Kaissereich: Legacy of the Weltkrieg - Turns

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Fédération des Communes de France

"Prolétaires de tous les pays, unissez-vous!"

Turn 1: January 1st - April 30th 1936
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Political:
The Fall of Marceau Pivert
Despite the successful organisation of the Syndicalist Congress in May, the Pivert administration has been criticized for its inaction against the German superpower to the east and its inability to spread the Syndicalist message abroad. As such, the opposition in the Bourse Générale du Travail have agreed to a vote of no confidence towards Pivert, who has announced that new elections would be brought forward to select a new Comité . His duties will be temporarily assumed by the Comité de Salut Public until the final results have been counted.

Election Day 1: Clarifying the Communal Army
Due to the presence of trade unions within the Communard Army, it has become overly politicized, creating tensions within the Guarantor of National Integrity and Arms of the Syndicalist Revolution! This has resulted in the incumbent Chief of Staff, the popular civil war general Maurice Gamelin, having to step down. The French Syndicalist military leaders, mostly Sorelians, decided to ask the soldiers who they want to lead the French army before definitively dissolving the military trade unions. As expected, the soldiers have selected General Jacques Doriot of the Sorelian Party, who promises great military reforms including a new officer's initiative.

Election Day 2: The Renseignements Généraux
Due to its key purpose over external and internal matters, the position of Director of the Comité de Renseignements Généraux is one of the keys to supreme power in the Commune of France, and for the destruction of political rivals. The position has been secured by Sorelian politician Pierre Villon, something that is of great concern to the Solerian's totalist rivals, the Jacobins, who fear what might happen to them under a Sorelian regime.

Election Day 3: The Internal Security
Travailleur Charles Rappoport has resigned his post of Delegate for Internal Security to Compete for the Foreign Affairs post. Former Chairman Marceau Pivert, still hoping for his political future, managed to be endorsed by the Travailleur wing, however this proved to be ineffectual as the position has fallen to popular Sorelian General, Marcel Bucard, ruining Pivert's hopes of ever holding political office again.

Election Day 4: The Economic Affairs
Due to popular vote, General Jacques Doriot, the Chief of General Staff of the Communal Army, has also been selected for a second public office: the Delegate for Economic Affairs. This has sparked outrage in the opposition parties who fear that the Commune may be turning into an oligarchy, however there is no concrete proof of foul play and any accusations against General Doriot have been met with swift dismissals.

Election Day 5: Foreign Affairs
With the final election day, one of the leading issues within the Commune of France is raised: diplomacy, which carries the double task of spreading the Revolution throughout the world and preparing for revenge against Germany. Former Delegate of Internal Security, and travailleur politician Charles Rappoport has been elected Delegate for Forgein Affairs on his platform of internationalism, beating his biggest opponent, the Solerian Angelo Tasca in a landslide. This has raised some concerns, as it makes Rappoport the only travailleur in an otherwise Sorelian dominated government. Many have called for Rappoport to resign however he has held fast and has pledged to continue his serve to the Commune and her people, no matter who's currently in charge.

The Results: Soerlian Majority
The elections finally gave power to the military faction of the Commune of France, staunch followers of the revolutionary theories of Georges Sorel, and has effectively destroyed their primary opposition, the Jacobins, who are now victims of a bloody purge throughout the country. A new age has begun in French politics after the weakness of the Travailleur era. Georges Valois has been selected to lead the Bourse, and General Marcel Bucard the Comité, both promising to bring radical reforms to the country.

Industrial:
A Strong Defense
General Bucard has commissioned a new line of defense upon the border between the French Commune and the German Kaiserreich and it's Belgian puppet. In addition to the already hefty fortifications, Bucard has envisioned a line of almost impenetrable forts and has given some of France's brightest minds the task of making that dream a reality. In addition to these architects, Bucard has tasked General Maurice Gameline to oversee the constructions, whilst the official reason for this is so that Gameline can ensure the fortification is practical from a military point of view, some whisper that this is merely a pretense to get the popular general as far away from Paris as possible.

The Doriot Reforms
In accordance with his policy of military and agricultural expansion, Jacques Doriot has called for the industrialization of southern France so that it might be able to compete with the northern industry. Specifically Doriot looks to fund the construction of new civilian factories in the Languedoc and Limousin regions of the country that have long been less advanced than the rest of France.

Military Equipment
French Military factories continue to produce all the equipment needed to sustain their army, including infantry equipment, artillery, and motorized, though both motorized and artillery are produced at a slower rate due to shortages.

Strong Fleet
The French Navy will put all of their naval dockyards into the production of new destroyers for the Navy.

Military:
The French Navy
Due to his Jacobin allegiances, Admiral Marcel Déat has been removed from his position of Commander of the Communal Navy in favour of the more loyal, Admiral Émile Muselier, this has caused a stir in the navy as Déat was considered the Commune's best naval commander, however Muselier has promised to continue Déat's work in expanding the navy.

Military Orders: Infantry and Motorized
All French Infantry and Motorized Divisions are to be placed along the German-Flemish-Walloon Border, where they are to stand on guard in case of German aggression, these troops are specifically ordered to stay on the defensive = rather than the offensive. They are to be led by Field Marhsall Gamelin whilst he is watching the construction of new fortifications.

Military Orders: Cavalry
All French cavalry divisions are to meet at Cherbourg, Normany and await further instructions, they are put under the command of General Nester Makhno.

Military Orders: Marines
French Marine divisions are tasked with garrisoning Marseilles, the only port in southern France. They are to be led by General May Picqueray.

Military Orders: Mountaineers
French Mountain divisions are ordered to watch the Swiss border under the command of Jean Flavigny.

New Troops
The Commune intends to train up two more divisions of infantry, each consisting of a further 9,000 men.

Foreign Relations:
The First International Congress
Representatives from numerous Syndicalist and Socialist nations have gathered in Paris, in what might just be the defining moment in the history of the ideologies. The French Commune has invited numerous countries to the first official gathering of the members of the Third Internationale to discuss political, foreign matters and cooperate on spreading Socialism further. The French opened the International with a powerful parade, festivities in Paris and finally a speech by Chairman Bucard. Topics like Spain and the United States are the top priority, and it's expected that France and Britain will take initiative in the gathering.

Diplomacy
Delegate of Foreign Affairs, Charles Rappoport has dispatched diplomats to discuss certain matters with the following countries: The Union of Britain, the United States of America, the Netherlands and the Bharatiya Commune, the subjects of these discussions are to be kept secret.

Research:
Project Un
Project Deux
Project Trois
Project Quatre

Secret:
Operation Spartacus
Operation Rappoport
Operation Muselier
Operation Javert

 

[Pat]

Dominion of Canada (Turn 1)​

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The passing of King George was immediately followed by a dastardly declaration of war on the Dominion of India by the Emirate of Afghanistan which sensed the mourning of their southern neighbor as a weakness. While the jewel of the empire is almost certainly capable of handling the conflict on it's own, the Dominion of Canada declares war on the belligerents, a move expected to be echoed in the coming days by a symbolic declaration of war at least by the rest of the Entente; the Australasian Confederation, National France, and the Carribean Federation.

The Kingdom of Spain and Republic of Ecuador pledge their loyalty to the Entente after a round of secretive negotiations with Dominion of Canada government and military officials.

The Kingdom of Portugal and South Africa, the former a nominal member of the Entente and the latter a prospective one, are visited by a delegation of Dominion of Canada diplomats and military officers who postulate that the growing threats to their colonies and sovereignty respectively are too great to face alone on the African continent dominated by the forces of the Kaiserreich. The Kingdom of Portugal's and South Africa's renewed membership in the Entente they argue, will cement their legacies and undoubtedly ensure that they are counted amongst the ranks of the victors of the coming struggle that will engulf the world in conflict. King Edward speaks passionately in an address to the Canadian people that, "it is not enough for us to look among the ranks of our traditional allies. We must look to those powers that fear the cry of revolution, as we do, yet chafe under the yoke of German rule. I speak of humbled nations, forced to reflect upon their former glory because the present has cheated them out of their birthright. To the Kingdom of Portugal and South Africa must we turn."

King Edward VIII accepts the invitation he received from Kirill Vladimirovich to attend the coronation of the new Tsar of Russia and makes preparations for the journey to the country.

King Edward calls for the mobilization of the Dominion of Canada's Joint Royal Navy and of the maritime martial forces of the Entente in response to the Japanese Empire's belligerence.

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King George passes away quietly in his sleep and his eldest son, the to-be-crowned King Edward, ascends the throne to the dismay of the Liberal Party and the adherents of the Syndicalist movement, in particular the Union of Britain.

King Edward, media sweetheart of the Dominion of Canada, proclaims the 20th Century to be Canada's century and listens to his elected privy councillors of the Liberal Party under the distinguished leadership of Prime Minister Sir William Lyon MacKenzie King, stating to the masses that the Liberal Party is the right path forward for the country as a whole.

Bill C-7, a comprehensive answer to the Dominion of Canada's various security and military issues, is drafted in a bi-partisan effort spearheaded by the Liberal Party with the spoken support of King Edward.

• Cabinet member C.D. Howe, minister of munitions, proposes that in order to avoid a repeating of the British Empire's munitions nightmare in the span of the Great War the government should subsidize the creation of key war industries that entrepreneurs would lease at very preferable rates and provide the labour which would increase the amount of factories dedicated to the mobilization effort, but would inevitably he admits be less efficient than that of state controlled plants due to the very nature of working with the private sector. His position is supported and put into action with the influence King Edward holds, who says "C.D. Howe is a cabinet minister for a reason!"
• The intense debate on the matter of conscription, one of particular intensity in the province of Quebec, is settled once and for all by the Liberal Party and King Edward. The Dominion's military shall remain for the foreseeable future an elite all-volunteer force of patriots willing to go to war to reclaim their birthright.
• The reoccurring question of the domestic security forces of the Dominion of Canada, who have long been in need of reorganization and overhaul, is raised once more by the Tories, a matter critiqued by the Liberal Party who see the expanding of the powers of their nation's security forces as the establishment of secret police and the first step in taking away the freedoms and liberties the citizens of the Dominion hold so dear. Prime Minister Sir William Lyon MacKenzie King of the Liberal Party jubilantly announces upon victory on the matter, "No secret police! We're all Canadians and all in it together!"

Bill C-7 passes in Parliament and it's provisions are immediately put into effect by the triumphant majority of Parliament - the Liberal Party - and it's contented allies.

Profits the Dominion of Canada has received from the Legation Cities are reinvested into the Caribbean Federation in an attempt to improve the economy of the nation, a member state of the Entente.

A zero interest-rate policy is enacted throughout the Dominion of Canada in succession with a guaranteed credit program for any entrepreneurs, regardless of background or credit history, who are capable of bringing a detailed and sound business plan before the government. The policy and program will terminate in 1938.

The powerhouse of the Dominion's modern economy has always been the agricultural sector. While the obscene amount of produced grain from the wheat farming provinces of Saskatchewan and Manitoba has long benefited from the conveniences of the latest irrigation technologies, they have as of late been the subject of a fierce economic rivalry with the Union of La Plata, whose continued prosperity also largely depends on the export of the staple. To once and for all achieve superiority over the market of the Americas and to supply increasing demand from Europe, Asia, and Oceania, the Liberal Party with the expressed support of King Edward momentarily halves taxes and gives heavy agricultural subsidies until 1938 for and to existent farms where at minimum half of their current total fields are dedicated and maintained to grain and for farms that manage to double and then maintain the doubled amount of their current dedicated acres of grain cultivation. In addition, the highways and railroads of the provinces of Saskatchewan and Manitoba are to be improved and extended appropriately as to bolster further growth of the industry. Finally, a mechanization grant and heavy agricultural subsidies are to be automatically given to recently established grain farms of no less than two hundred acres in tandem with a tax exemption until an expiration date of 1938.

All ten provinces of the Dominion of Canada, British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island, are to have three civilian factories each built within them over the duration of the next two years in a dramatic and unprecedented joint effort between the Liberal Party led by the current Prime Minister Sir William Lyon MacKenzie King and the newly-crowned in exile King Edward of the British Empire to exponentially strengthen the Dominion's fledgling industrial economy by 1938. These civilian factories are to built for the manufacture of a variety of goods and will be owned and operated by the government until they make a profit, upon the month of which they will be sold on the free market to the highest domestic bidder with proof of a business plan.

The three territories of the Dominion of Canada, Northwest Territories, Yukon, and Nunavut, are to be integrated as provinces by 1937 as to give them greater sovereignty and influence in the national government and to encourage immigration to the former territories and in turn the accelerated development of their abundant strategic natural resources.

The Kingdom of Portugal and South Africa, the former a nominal member of the Entente and the latter a prospective one, are visited by a delegation of Dominion of Canada diplomats and military officers who postulate that the growing threats to their colonies and sovereignty respectively are too great to face alone on the African continent dominated by the forces of the Kaiserreich. The Kingdom of Portugal's renewed and South Africa's newfound membership in the Entente they argue, will cement their legacies and undoubtedly ensure that they are counted amongst the ranks of the victors of the coming struggle that will engulf the world in conflict.

Canadian women are given full suffrage and are made equal to men in all matters before the eyes of the law through legislation of the Liberal Party.

French and Gaelic are adopted as official languages and are allowed to be taught in interested educational facilities in a conciliatory gesture by the Liberal Party at the behest of King Edward to unify all Canadian citizens, regardless of nationality or culture, in a common brotherly bond.

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The Army, Navy, and many Air Forces of the Dominion of Canada and that of the British Empire in exile are to be centralized and renamed by 1937 to the Joint Royal Army, Joint Royal Navy, and Joint Royal Flyers respectively. The new branches will be led by leaders chosen for their aptitude rather than their nationality, men such as Sir Arthur Currie, Horatio Nelson Lay, and Billy Bishop.

The Dominion of Canada initiates a call to arms of the naval powers of the Entente following the receiving of news of the Japanese intent to land troops on sovereign Ecuadorian soil, an ally of the international alliance. In addition to many of the ships of the Dominion of Canada's Joint Royal Navy, vessels from the French Empire, the Kingdom of Spain, the Republic of Ecuador, and the rest of the Entente join it's quest to prevent the encroachment of Ecuador's nationhood.

A military expeditionary force led by General Mountbatten lands in Manta, Ecuador, and serves under the command of the Ecuadorian military until the country can be stabilized.

A military expeditionary force is dispatched to the Dominion of India's shores under the command of Hugh Trenchard to exact a punitive offensive against the Emirate of Afghanistan.

The Dominion of Canada's military factories are assigned as follows: eight factories produce infantry equipment, three factories manufacture mechanized vehicles, one factory makes artillery guns, and the last creates support equipment.

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Project Alpha
Project Beta
Project Gamma

><>< Operations ><><​

Operation Alpha
Operation Beta
Operation Gamma
Operation Delta
Operation Epsilon

 

[Braddington]

Russian Republic

Turn 1: January 1st - April 30th 1936

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Political

Assassination of Alexander Kerensky

Alexander Kerensky, President of the Russian Republic has been assassinated on his way to the Senate by an unknown assailant who was quickly dispatched. Having governed the nation ineffectively since the end of the Civil War he was nevertheless able to hold the country together and stop more radical elements of society of gaining power. His death has sent shockwaves through the nation and whilst chaos reigns in Russia it is said that in Stockholm the former Grand Duke Kirill Vladimirovich is preparing his Naval Guards uniform once more.

Appointing a Prime Minister

With the death of Kerensky the incumbent Prime Minister handed his resignation to the Duma and the fighting for successors began almost immediately. For days the Duma argued with itself with no clear coalitions available, for a time it even looked as if the Mensheviks might secure a majority but that idea quickly fell apart when the Kadets walked out of the Duma in a dramatic fashion. After two weeks of this fighting the President of the Senate, Grand Duke Dmitri stepped in to appoint Baron Wrangel to the position of Prime Minister, this move angered the Duma to no end.

The Return of the Tsar!

Without any so much as a warning, a small army gathered outside the gates of Petrograd whilst the Duma was in session. Non could say for sure who gathered them and most assumed it was just Wrengal showing his authority but as the army grew larger that no longer appeared to be the case. Suddenly at noon the same day the army lowered it's Russian Republic banners and raised the banner of Imperial Russia once more. The people of Petrograd could feel it in their blood, the Romanovs had returned to claim their throne.

The army then proceeded to march in formation into Petrograd along the main road as the people looked in awe as there, leading the formation atop his horse in the distinctive uniform of the Naval Guards was Grand Duke Kirill Vladimirovich himself with a look of determination in his eyes. As they continued their march people poured into the streets bowing without so much as a second thought eager for the chaos to be solved by any means. Finally the Grand Duke halted their advance at the Winter Palace, now the Duma, as the guards did not react at all.

At almost lighting speed Baron Wrangel charged outside in full uniform before shouting at no one in particular. "What is the meaning of this?!", then the Grand Duke with a cool expression got down off his horse and approached the Baron. "It is customary to kneel when adressing ones Tsar", he said barely looking at Wrengal. With that the Baron scanned to see the large army in front of him before kneeling, placing his sword at the Grand Dukes feet and rising again a General of Imperial Russia.

After a few days of communications it became clear, without a single shot fired the Russian Empire had been restored and a Tsar appointed. Each Governor came to Moscow (the new/old capital of Russia) to swear fealty to the Tsar as did all the Generals and Admirals. Men such as Bukharin who had a hand in the execution of Nicholas II were immediately arrested and sent to Siberia under heavy guard, there alive as a message to other Bolsheviks and a warning to them if they were to dare rise up, this time there would be no mercy to traitors.

Appointments and Coronation announcement

With the Tsar's restoration a great coronation was announced at extravegent cost, all "Legitimate leaders of the world" are invited to attend, these include the Kaiser and King Edward VIII along with various other leaders. No Syndicalist or National Populist leaders were said to be invited.

The Duma which had previously crafted laws has been reduced to an advisory role and moved out of the a Winter Palace, it is now there to inform the Tsar of events and possible solutions. Grand Duke Dmitri Romanov has been appointed Prime Minister of this body. Further than that, all nobility that had remained loyal (including Baron Wrangel) had their titles of nobility restored and their family estates returned.

Industry

The Russian Restoration Project: Stage 1

The Tsar's first act on the industry front is too commission the Russian Restoration Project, a staged program aimed at bringing industrialization to all Russia. To that end the first step of the programme is the building of civilian factory's in Moscow and it's surrounding area as to facilitate later expansion. Some infrastructure is also built in Siberia to facilitate fast movements on that front although this is of a lesser priority.

Military Equipment

5 of the Military factory's in production are concentrated on Infantry equipment to fill the gaps and 4 are devoted to artillery. The sole remaining factory is put to task creating Support Equipment. As Russia is resource abundant these factory's operate a full efficieny. Finally two naval Dockyards begin work on Submarines.

Military

The Russian Navy Orders

For the most part Commanders keep their positions and Grand Admiral Vasily Alexandrovich Kanin is no exception. All fleets of Russia are instructed to unite in Petrograd (now St Petersburg) under Kanin's command there to await further orders.

Russian Infantry Orders

Baron Wrangel is appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Armed forces with Field Marshal Kornilov as his Deputy, meanwhile Denekin now elevated to Field Marshal and is made Chief of the Imperial General Staff.

As there is a shortage of equipment 28 Divisions of Infantry are disbanded to allow equipment to equalise between the other Divisions. The remaining men are assigned to the Don Kuban border.

Russian Cavalry Orders

The Cavalry remains with the elite Cossak Divisions ready for action, the Tsar's own brother Boris is appointed Major General and Commander of these Divisions. He is instructed to wait at the Mongolian border.

Foreign Relations

Diplomacy

Representatives are sent to the Ottoman Empire, Transamur and Mongolia with their mission remaining confidential. A call is made out to all legitimate leaders inviting them to the Tsar's coronation.

Research

Project один
Project два
Project три

Operations

Operation интеграция
Operation Безумный барон
Operation восточный оплот

 

[greenhawk]

National France, Turn one.
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1st of Janurary, 1936.

Algeirs,

Like every afternoon, Petain liked to drink his tea alone in the office. He seemed to have a certain liking to the local mint tea, and he liked his time in silence. The time in exile was not exactly a time of peace, to put it lightly.

However, a young man has entered his office, disturbing the peace there was.

"It better be important there Louis. This is my afternoon tea and if I don't get my silence you will pay for it."

"Easy there, Phillipe. No need for formalities then. I want to reclaim my house's belongings."

"We already talked about this. We will get it done when we-"

"I meant being the head of the country."

"I got that already."

"I meant NOW. Not Now now, of course, but you'll need my claims."

"What for? The governments recognize us."

"For how long, then? How long until the Status Quo is in effect? How long until the reds will be able to take down our claims? They've taken my house, our house. You seem to find some sort of peace here, aren't you? Getting complacent already?" Louis Napoleon seemed to hit a nerve in Petain's head, as he seems to think for a moment.

"I assure you that I have a lot of work to do, so please be gone for now."

"Not until you guarantee my claim will be laid."

"In one condition."

"And what will that be?"

"Your power will be cut down. We shall become a constitutional monarchy."

"But-"

"Unless you want me to stick with the Borboun claim?" Despite the dire conditions, Petain still holds a few cards in his sleeve. His two claims for France are there.

"I agree, then."

"So it's decided. We shall begin the paperwork to become a constitutional monarchy. Louis, mind helping me for a while with my papers?"

"I guess not. Let's get it all done by the evening, I need to talk to my future wife."

"So, it seems you found a wife?"

"Indeed. And her name is Zohra Salem."

"An Algerian woman?" Petain was shocked. How could the epitome of Frenchness marry a local woman? Shouldn't he marry a Frenchwoman?

"Zohra, however, is not your average woman. She is as beautiful as the roses in Versailles, and her intellect matched the eggheads in Paris. Her father is a wealthy man, and we need all support we can get. Under normal circumstances the light of France would say no, but these are desperate times we are in."

"Very well. I shall commend your marriage. A ceremony shall be commenced when you are declared a monarch."

"Excellent. Now, shall we begin the paperwork?"

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2nd of Janurary, In the Nat.France HQ,

"Generals, we need to raise more soldiers if we are to take France anytime soon." A tinhead talked.

"I agree, but another question resides- WHERE will we place them?"

"Coastal areas, of course. We shall create 10 regiments of 8 thousand men each. They will be accompanied by foot soldiers, support units, tanks and a supporting fighter brigade. All numbers included, of course."

"Ambitious, yet very careful. I think we should get 8 of the regiments you wanted, and the 16 thousand men will be trained as paratroopers or support paratroops in any way possible."

"How do we get the planes done for the job? And the men?"

"As we talk now Petain has allowed trading for resources from South America. Our factories shall produce more planes. It will come at the expense of boats, but that would be a loss we have to take."

"I disagree-" Darlan said, but was stopped.

"We heard enough of your whining. We need the planes, not boats for now."

"Very well, if that's what you think. Know that a failure will be on your shoulders if this doesn't work."

"Likewise for victory, Darlan."

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Minister of Industry's office, Algeirs.

"We should write a thank you to Petain, Cosette. He allocated a lot of funding to our office. We will be able to begin the factory construction we wanted."

"Yes Franck. I shall proceed with the thank you letter while you give the order." Cosette Samuel is the secretary of Franck David, the minister of industry.

"Good thinking. I like how you think there, let's get it done and ready!" A round of coffee made Franck especially awake, and he signed so fast the ink on the papers barely reached its mark before he swapped to the next page. There were 450 pages of work and only three hours, he couldn't be bothered with stopping.

He was done in one hour.

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4th of February 1936

"David wants WHAT?!" Norbert was surprised by how much work is to be done. He had to lead a construction program in the goddamn Algerian desert?

"We have the money for that."

"Seriously? You know how much money it will take?"

"He said we have a full approval."

"Well if I be damned." BEGIN THE WORKS!

A road to the oil fields would commence, and with that a way forward for France. With the required funding they could make enough work to actually silence the Tuareg. Also, more factories in Algeria would mean more power when they actually get home.

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5th of April 1936,

The ceremony was great, magnificent, and incredibly rousing. Louis Napoleon would sign the new constitution in his wedding to the magnificent "rose of Algiers". Indeed, a thing like that would be bound to turn a few heads. Petain, the best man, has signed too.

"You know, when we started the entire deal I thought we'd be all getting in each other's throat too much. Really makes you think."

"Yeah. Well, I am an emperor now. Bound by a constitution, but an emperor. Also a husband."

"Speaking of which, where is your wife?"

"Oh, don't mind her for now, she's with her friends, gushing about how she was made into the wife of the emperor. Also, before you go to your office, I'd like to tell you about a thing I had today."

"What did you have today?"

"A constitution."

"What about it?"

"Remember the part where you signed the constitution?" Petain was getting a bit suspicious here, but would still want to believe

"Yes?"

"Well, by law I now an absolute monarch. You signed the wrong constitution without even reading it."

"You piece of-"

"Sorry Petain, but I cannot risk your disobedience. Now, before we get too hasty, you still have your former duties as a general."

"I will make sure the army will shoot you right in the head for that."

"You wouldn't. You know better than I that we won't escalate. You are too important, and killing me will dissolve what remains of the country. After this war is done and I am back to Paris, I will consider my duties. Perhaps then I will hand down some power. Until then, bye bye." Napoleon left the furious Petain alone to himself.

It's good being the Emperor, Napoleon thought.

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Military update- As of April 1936, a naval expeditionary force, led by Darlan himself. Napoleon himself wished Darlan a good fight and to come back with nothing short of victory in his hands.


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META:

1. Napoleon IV becomes an absolute monarch.
2. Increase industry in Algeria, open oil factories if possible.
3. Raise 8 brigades of "regular" army and 2 paratrooper ones.
4. Build factories in Alegria.
5. Research computing, Bomber tech and industry.

 

[The Finnish Kaiser]

Country Name:
Kaisertum Österreich

(Austrian Empire)


Flag:

Political

Despite standing amongst the victors of the Weltkrieg, the war revealed the divisions of culture, class, and ideology within the Empire ever so clearly, and the inner unrest continued on as the war ended.
Kaiser Karl, following in the footsteps of the assassinated Franz Ferdinand in trying to reform the multinational Austro-Hungarian Empire into something that could survive in the 20th century, launched a series of large scale reforms; however, his efforts were largely blocked by the nobility of the Hungarian side of the empire - leading to his plans of federalisation progressing slowly, and only on the Cisleithanian side of the empire.
However, many feel that there is hope for Austria - the last decades were hard for the empire, but the effort has started paying off. Cisleithanian Austria, now a federation-state, has calmed down - but the same cannot be said for Transleithania. It is, however, unlikely that the Carpathian basin will continue to remain in Magyar hands, since Hungary's people have been gazing upon the liberties across the Leitha, wishing to have autonomy for themselves. Whether reform will be able to find its way to Hungary, only the Kaiser knows for sure.

Industry
Austria immediately sets it sight on becoming a stronger economic house by revamping it civilian factories, and pushing for a economic reform.

Foreign
The relations with former ally, Germany been on edge, The Austrian Kaiser, is hoping to strengthen the German ties by any means necessary

New Empire
The Austrian Government is also preparing for the ausgleich negotiations, and to hopefully unite the federation into one empire
Military
The Austrian Military command is revamping itself by firing old failing generals, and helping newer ones
Naval
The Austrians try to reproduce ships lost to the former british fleet
Infantry & Armour
The K.U.K after weakened by the Russo- Italian force, has set to revamp older divisions and recruit more powerful divisions, They also move cavalry into their unrestful puppet, Hungary.
Air Force
The K.U.K air force commanders, build and train more fighters and bombers to match the germans.
Research
Project
Geschwindigkeit
Project Arbeitsverfahren
Project Auf Verderzang
Project KUK
Project Alpen
Operations
Project Österreich-Ungarn
Project Schutz
Project Alpen

 

[Leusis]

Kingdom of Greece
Turn 1

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Political

Hellenic Pride: King Georgios II delivers a roaring speech outside of the Tatoi Palace just outside of Athens. Georgios speaks of Greek culture and of previous Hellenic expansion, even going so far as to proclaim the Bulgarian leadership to be "Thieves of ancestral greatness, of which theirs had none." making it overtly obvious that Georgios holds no love for Bulgaria or their monarch. Furthermore, Georgios calls for the men of Greece to take up arms in preparation of the defense of the homeland in case of a Bulgarian offensive. Greece is to fight not only for their right to live, but to prosper as their ancestors have despite the crippling oppression of outside powers.

Visiting the Tsar: King Georgios II personally attends the festivities of Tsar Kirill's coronation in Moscow, even going so far as to seek direct communication with the man. The subject of conversation however, is to remain private.

Industry

Hellenic Infrastructure Initiative: Using the full force of Greek ingenuity plans are made to create a vast but simple system of roadways and bridges to more fully connect the people of Greece with each other and to allow much faster troop movements.

Greek Construction: 3 civilian factories are to be constructed within Central Greece within the next year, King Georgios II personally contributing funds from his numerous estates and businesses to elevate the level of funds the government is able to provide for the construction.

Military Equipment: Factories are to produce infantry equipment and artillery while dockyards are to produce submarines.

Military

Greek Naval Orders: The greek navy is to commence naval exercises off the coast of Thessaly as both practice and a show of force to the nearby Bulgarian Fleet.

Greek Army Orders: All infantry divisions are to be moved to central Peloponnese and stationed within the mountains there. The tank and cavalry divisions are to be placed along the Bulgarian border.

Research

Project Hephaestus
Project Aegis
Project Apollo

Operations

Operation Olympus
Operation Phaeacian

 

[Ghost Toast]

The Kingdom of Ukraine

Political:
With threat of Russia invading and possibly a new world war, the Hetman of Ukraine, Pavlo Skoropadsky, signed into law today the "Defense of the Motherland". This act was passed (with much opposition from the Syndicalists) and entailed the following:

1. The mass building of new miltary factories and mass industrialization
2. A new conscription law that would intialize Partial Conscription and a new economic law instituting Partial Mobilzation
3. The building of new land forts along the Russian and Don-Kuban Union border
4. Changing Trade Laws to Export Focus


The Syndicalist Part of Ukraine (or SPU) has denounced the act, declaring it that it goes against all of what the common people stand for. Meanwhile, a new properganda push is happening to increase public dislike of Russia and the Socialist Republic of Gerogia

Industry:
New Miltary Factories are coming with every civilian factories available trying to help with their construction of them and the new Land Forts

Army:
The Urkrainian Miltary has disbanded 15 Infantry and 1 Calavery Regiment but instead of dismissing them from service, they are now put to work on building land forts and miltary factories with them even getting an ever so slight pay increase. Meanwhile, the remaining regiments will begin training to improve their combat effectiveness

Navy:
The Sevastapoll navy will begin training their crew to become more effective at sea

Air Force:
The Air Force will begin training their pilots to be more effective in combat

Research:
Project Overlud
Project Motherland

Operations:
Operation Cardinal
Operation Mockingjay​

 

[Rysesaka]

"Boże, coś Polskę!"


Kingdom of Poland
Królestwo Polskie

​

Turn 1: 1st of January to 30th of April, 1936
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Political
The Difficult Decision
• The leaders of the Polish Regency Council and the Regent of the Królestwo Polskie, Janusz Radziwill have a hard time to choose for those who wanted to become the grant the title as the King of Poland although there were three candidates who have volunteered to claim the title as the King of Poland. The claimants were Governor Karl Albrecht from the Galicia-Lodomeria, Prince Friedrich Christian from the German Kaiserreich and last but not least, King Mindaugas III from the Kingdom of Lithuania.

For Governor Karl Albrecht; Poland will fully reunite with Galicia-Lodomeria, creating a greater Królestwo Polske

For Prince Friedrich Christian; to strengthen ties between the German Kaiserreich and the Królestwo Polske and Poland to reunite with Western Prussia, creating a greater Królestwo Polske.

For King Mindaugas III; Poland will reunite with Lithuania, creating a second commonwealth of Poland-Lithuania.

All of the candidates and their planned future for Poland; if they have the title of 'King of Poland' were amazing, this is the reason why this is considered to be a difficult decision faced by the Polish Regency Council although the election to be chosen as the Polish King would be held in the mid-1936.

The Heated Tensions
• Although it is the Królestwo Polske, the Polish people are divided; the supporters of Królestwo Polske (neutral), the supporters of Polish Socialist Party, and the supporters of Oboz Narodowo Radykalny-Falanga/National Radical Camp-Falanga but the problem is that the heated tensions between the Polish syndicalists and the Polish nationalists are began to heated and their supporters began to rise. In the Polish underground, both parties would preach their teachings towards to their supporters and would use hate propaganda against one another.

The Polish Socialist Party and the National Radical Camp-Falanga are considered the dominant non-government parties and are very popular in Królestwo Polske which made the Polish people divided and their national unity regressed, for now. Take note that the Polish Regency Council is considered unpopular in Poland. And in the Polish streets, especially in Warsaw; the Polish syndicalists and the Polish nationalists are having a stand off, ready to fight against one another.

Industrial
Central Region Strategy
• The industrial plan of the 'Central Region Strategy' is by centralizing factories far from any borders of Królestwo Polske, while selecting a soon-to-be King of Poland, the leaders of the Regency Council will boost Poland's production while the Polish Army would protect them from any would-be conquerors in the futures to come. With this kind of strategy, the effect of it would have a "fifty percent building construction/research bonus" when it comes to chronemics for building an industry, mainly for the civilian factories and military factories.

Air Base Expansion
• Airbases are as essential to air support as air support is to modern warfare. With this expansion, it would prioritize Warsaw to be the HQ of the Polish Air Force, also, this would create 2 military airbases in Warsaw each year (if necessary when it comes to "each year")

Military
Prepare for the Next War
• The Great War may only have been the first of its kind. The leaders of the Regency Council must prepare for what must surely be an ever-changing battlefield by introducing the various land doctrines to the Polish army, it was recommended by the Chief of Staff and the Chief of Army, Wladyslaw Sikorski because it is the greater good for the Polish Army and this introductions of various land doctrines would apply this to the soldiers in their duties because it would be useful in the wars to come.

If the Polish Army would have finally learn the basics of the land doctrines, they would start the military exercise of various land doctrines such as mobile warfare, superior firepower, the grand battleplan, and mass assault although it would take months to learn the basics of various land doctrines, and they would finish learning these various land doctrines once they are ready enough to learn further into the land doctrines that is recently introduced by General Wladyslaw Sikorsi.

Foreign Relations
Diplomacy
• The Polish diplomatic representatives were sent to Galicia-Lodomeria, the German Kaiserreich, and the Kingdom of Lithuania to discuss about their candidates who wanted to become the King of Poland and to discuss the future of Poland and its people.

Research
• Project Przemysłowy
• Project Doktrynylądowe
• Project Baza Lotnicza

Operation
• Operation Genesis
• Operation Synthesis
• Operation Henrietta
• Operation Falanga

 

[Hokage]

Swiss Confederation
Schweizerische Eidgenossenschaft (German)
Confédération Suisse (French)
Confederazione Svizzera (Italian)
Confederaziun Svizra (Romansh)

"Unus pro omnibus, omnes pro uno!"


Turn 1: January 1 to April 30, 1936​

Political
'The Political Effort'
The political effort of the Federal Council is to bring about change in the world, the Federal Council would be able to bring about change in the Swiss Confederation. Strengthening the Federal Council's political position should come first which the Federal Council would have a full political power in Switzerland, the effect of this is that Switzerland will start to lean away from its neutrality and to establish a full political power in all of the Swiss Alps region, if not the world..

Industrial
'Swiss Industrialization'
The Federal Council decides to focus all the political efforts on building up the civilian industry in a great leap forward which they would be able to built industries such as military factories and civilian factories.

Military
'Bring Change to the Swiss Armed Forces'
Despite the increasing possibilities of aerial and naval warfare in the futures to come, ground combat is still key in tomorrow's wars. With preparation, the Swiss Armed Forces can avoid reliving the hell of the trenches by introducing them many things such as the different land doctrines. With this, the Swiss Guards would have an army experience because of the military exercise and would unlock different land doctrines. This type of military act is recommended by the Chief of Staff of the Swiss Armed Forces, Jakob I. Huber.

Research
- Project Novus
- Project Aedificem
- Project Militum

Operation
- Operation Reborn
- Operation Gebaut
- Operation Jane

 

[Kersey]

Republic of Ecuador (Turn 1)

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Political

The Status Quo: Ecuadorian politics have been dominated by the PCE (Social Conservatives) since the Argolla Clique took power fifteen years ago, with Gonzalo Cordova y Rivera being president since then.

The Tsar's Coronation: President Cordova travels to Russia to attend the Tsar's Coronation, taking General Enriquez Gallo with him.

Ecuadorian Democratic Alliance: Shortly after Cordova's departure from the country, Socialist and Liberal politicians meet outside of Quito. They announce the formation of the Ecuadorian Democratic Alliance under the leadership of Luis Larrea Alba, an Ecuadorian Military Officer.

Larrea's Coup:
2,000 Carabineros, a brigade of mounted infantry inside the cavalry, seize control of the Capital. A few hundred of the Presidential Guard's Tarqui Grenadiers hold out inside the Carondelet Palace. The Carabineros take hundreds of casualties as they assault the palace, only managing to defeat the Guardsmen with sheer force of numbers. After the battle, the captured Tarqui Grenadiers are brutally executed by the ruthless Carabineros.

The Japanese ambassador is killed during the coup, having been inside the palace negotiating tariffs when the battle begun.

Aftermath:
Luis Larrea Alba is made acting president of the Republic of Ecuador until the next president is democratically elected. News of the coup travels slowly throughout the country, with Ecuador's neighbors refusing to recognize the new government until they receive further information.

Purging the PCE: Members and associates of the PCE are summarily arrested throughout the country on charges of corruption and treason.

Larrea's Government joins the Entente: President Alba accepts Canada's offer to join the Entente. A division of Canadian marines are sent to Manta, Ecuador in order to ensure stability in the Entente's newest member.

Gallo's Realization: Enriquez Gallo intercepts a message meant for Cordova when they arrive in Russia, he learns of the coup yet keeps the information to himself.

Industrial

Mandatory Unionization: Larrea institutes mandatory unionization throughout the country using his temporary dictatorial power.

Military

Presidential Guard: The Presidential Guard is temporarily disarmed by Larrea's Carabineros due to doubts of their loyalty.

Militia: The Militia is disbanded, replaced with an infantry division made up of 9,000 Shuar warriors.

Navy: The Ecuadorian Navy, 8 Destroyers, are sent out of port to join the combined entente fleet to defend the coast from the Japanese 2nd fleet.

Research

Project Eos

Operations

N/A

 

[MongHead]

Empire of japan (Turn 1)

Political

Political instability within Japan after the great war, was the Imperial Japanese Military's justification for their coup against the new Japanese Parliament, established after the war. The move was swift. The coup began at the crack of dawn in the capital of Tokyo, when a column of tanks and armoured vehicles crashed through the gates of the Diet, seizing the parliament. At the same time, another contingent was sent to protect the Imperial Palace, where the Emperor resided. All across the Empire, the military used its arms to seize key institutions of governance. In Seoul, Korea, the Japanese Police HQ, was raided by the IJA, as Military Police officers quickly stormed the building, before quickly declaring a state of martial law through out the country.

In Taiwan, the IJA stormed the governor's palace, arresting him, and declaring martial law through out Taiwan. In Manchuria, the IJA garrison was put on high alert.

In the morning, the land of the Rising Sun awoke to a new Empire. The military, had appointed Hideki Tojo as the new Prime Minster of the Empire. And under the leadership of Crowned Emperor Hirohito. All through out the Empire, pamphlets and the daily news was released to the public. Speaking of the new era of Japanese domination of Asia. And the promise of the new once party military government, to restore stability, order and prosperity to the Empire.

On transamur, soldiers were placed on high alert.

Industry

Following the coup, the new military government has started a restoration program, aimed at creating hundreds of thousands of jobs. Industrialization of the Korean peninsula, in order to compete with the Japanese home islands, along with the expansion of factory construction, in order to produce more of it's domestic materials, including more domestic cars. Farmers are given benefits, all across the Empire in order to expand their farming capabilities, and transform their production from local to mass production. The bill requires an expansion on both Civilian and military factories.

The Japanese military has also been given additional funding to ongoing projects, such as its air force expansion, ground and naval expansion programs.

The Navy has been wanting to expand the number of ports in order to expand it's sphere of operational capabilities. Therefore, 2 new naval docks are to be built.

In a radical effort to maximize and capitalize on profits, the government plans on allowing non-Japanese owned businesses. Allowing for every citizen to have an opportunity to work, and earn money. Because of this, the government has also passed a bill to increase the spending on education. prioritizing the need for a highly educated work force in it's territories in Korea, Taiwan, and Manchuria. For the first time, the Korean, Taiwanese, and chinese in occupied Manchuria have access to government sanctioned education and university education.

The government has also passed a bill that will modernize the infrastructure in Korea, Taiwan, and Manchuria, expanding the roads, highways, and railroads, making the land more accessible for enterprises, and attract more business.

Foreign

The governments first deal was with its former adversary, the German Empire. In the new alliance, the German and Japanese governments have agreed to cooperate, and in the agreement, have decided that Germany shall sell its territories in China, and Vietnam, in exchange for industrial and military support from the Japanese Empire, in the modernization of their armed forces.

In a public address to its citizens, the Emperor wished the Kaiser wellness and prosperity. And the hope that their two people can embrace this new found friendship.

The Japanese would be sending some of their newly built aircraft, and transferring some of their destroyers to the German Empire. Along with several Japanese engineers to help the nation modernize its Navy.

The news of the revolution in Ecuador had reached Japanese shores, with the death of the Japanese ambassador sending shock waves through out the Empire. With a new, potentially hostile government under rule in the country, the Diet held an emergency hearing on what to do, in order to protect the Japanese living within the country of Ecuador. Within hours, a vote was cast, and it was decided that the Second fleet will set sail as soon as possible, with two infantry divisions and one cavalry division, as an intervention force.

That same night, Emperor Hirohito addressed his people on national radio, advising the Japanese of the actions being taken by the IJA. And the need to protect Japanese nationals, wherever they may be.


The Japanese delegates were also expecting the Shah's son to arrive in Tokyo.

New Empire

With the transfer of the former German colonies in Indochina, Marianas, Saipan, Tarawa, and Truk Atoll the IJA, was quickly dispatched to stabilize the region. The Japanese dream of complete dominance over Asia has taken its first steps. With the flag of the Rising sun flying over the city of Saigon, Hanoi, and many other cities, the Japanese have begun putting the population to work, in modernizing the region.

Military

Naval Expansion

Taking the projects of the former government, the new government plans to aggressively expand it's navy. Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto had been promoted to the rank of Grand Admiral, and under his leadership, the IJN, began to double its efforts on the ongoing construction of the 2 ongoing construction of the Katsuragi and Amagi fleet carriers, as well as the ongoing construction of the Ayanami class destroyers. Yamamoto has personally issued the order of docking, already existing ships for extensive refit and modernization. Specifically, the fleet carriers, which are put on rotational duty, as each of them begin their extensive refit.

Infantry & Armour

The IJA, has sought to expand its training program, to better prepare their soldiers. The government has also sough out assistance from the German Empire, in modernizing its armoured force, and infantry training. In order to obtain more manpower, the IJA has also decided to disband one of its cavalry divisions

Air Force

Following in the other branches footsteps, the Imperial Air Force is set to expand the number of available aircraft, and modernize its air force with more modern planes.

Intervention

In the late hours of the night after the Emperors address, the Japanese 2nd Fleet, under Kondo Nobutake are making preparations to set sail for Ecuador. Ferrying two entire divisions of Japanese infantry, and a cavalry division. Their target. The Galapagos islands, which they will use as a staging ground to protect japanese nationals in Ecuador. The fleet is currently still docked at the Yokohama harbour, making final preparations before setting sail.

Invasion

Meanwhile, the IJN 3rd Fleet, under Kiyoshi Hasaegawa, accompanied by a division of Japanese infantry, were off the coast of Thailand, when the guns of the third fleet sprung to life, pounding the coast, as carrier aircraft pounded bangkok, in preparation for an amphibious assault.

Projects

Project Zero
Project Yamato
Project Ju san
Project Chi ha

Operations

Operation ichi
Operation Kaiho
Operation Kamei​

 

[Elucid]

The Bhartiya Commune | Turn 1 | January 1st 1936

'' दुनियाभर के कर्मचारी, एकजुट! ''​

Political:

Lala Lajpat Rai's Resignation and the end of the Calcutta Government:
The president of the supreme council many would say was the only thing holding the commune together factionalism was at its highest and this "commune" not only consisted of Agrarian Socialists , Militant Socialists and Syndicalists it also had its fair share of moderates or centrists who promoted the idea of a mixed economy and had only joined the commune when anti-colonial sentiments had run amok across India during the revolution. Lala Lajpat Rai although a Gandhian at heart was seen as a compromise candidate that could hold on to the spirit of revolution in the commune , yet old age had caught up to the man and it was about time that a decision was made as to which way the people wanted to go - Gandhi's Agrarians or Bose's Maximists. Lala's resignation sparked a great deal of activity on all sides with "campaigning" beginning almost immediately , it seems that the peoples assembly has heeded Rai's call to refit and reorganize the government to deal with the development of their neighbors.

Bose befriended the moderates as their policies of Industrialization matched his own yet it was a unstable alliance , many weren't sure if it would even last . The support of the moderates was enough , enough to at least form a government. Bose reinstated A.K Fazul Huq as the Commissioner for Economic Planning another move emboldening the moderates , a sign of greater cooperation in the future.

Bose's Land Reforms:
One of the greatest embarrassments of the commune through the eyes of the Maximists was the existence of a large number of aristocratic elites still present in Bengali society. Gandhi and his Agrarians had ensured that their rights be held especially their right to private property enraging the Maximists. The institution of the concept of Bhoodan or 'gift giving' had been the most controversial of Gandhi's initiatives amongst the left-wing. Based on Hindu notions of charity it encouraged landowners to voluntarily give up land to the peasantry. The policy had been quite successful in the early years of the Commune, as owners wished to show their commitment to the Mahatma and the new regime. By 1933 little new land was being gifted to a booming rural population.

Bose proposed a mandatory limit on individual land holdings. To be enforced brutally, through force if necessary. This would have been completely out of the question under the previous regime but with Lala Lajpat gone and the Nehru's being on the moderate side Gandhi was loosing power and Bose took his shot.The move saw over 80,000 square miles of land seized, turning Bose into a hero of Bharatiya farmers almost overnight.

Military:

Gen M.P.T Acharya's Doctrinal Reforms:
General MPT Acharya, commander in chief of BLA ground forces led the reform efforts. A veteran of the revolution who had fought alongside Bose, Acharya favoured light infantry tactics, focusing on motivated small units working in tandem to disrupt enemy supplies and communications before combining to overwhelm their position. Heavily influenced by the guerilla warfare of the 1920s. Ideologically motivated and armed with grenades and machine-pistols would lead direct attacks, while mortar and machine-gun teams would provide mobile fire support. Yet the Bharatiya commune was still not producing its own artillery equipment and they had barely any in use already, arms production was another problem military factories we're few in number owing to the Bharatiya commune's largely backward economy.This had to change.

The Bose-Nath reforms:
Bose oversaw the reform of the general staff system, reorganising the scattered militias and regiments of the BLA into Fronts at the border.The task of restructuring of the BLA was handed off to a General Nath Roy who did definitely find it to be a difficult project. As corps-level formations under central command were assembled, there proved a lack of senior officers.This was somewhat compensated on the tactical level by experienced junior officers and NCO's.

Jungle Training And The Pallien Division:
The Bharatiya commune's Bengali , Assamese and Bihari hinterlands are uniquely cover by Jungles to its east Burma and Indochina too are characterized by a geography largely dominated by forestry. It was seen as essential not only for the defense of the commune but also to spread the revolution abroad for there to be a number of specialized forest divisions operating within the army. For this purpose the Pallien Division was created , named after the fearsome Hindu goddess of forests and jungles, who roams northern India, particularly Assam, in the form of a tiger. 3 of these divisions were promptly armed with two such divisions being placed near the Burmese border.

Anglo-French Military Aid:
To those in government it was blatantly obvious that all that talk of a "peasant horde" or the strong peoples army was only a pipe dream if they couldn't afford to arm such a force, military production was in shambles, the military was under equipped, its supply systems, medical corps and communications were notoriously in need of revamp and modernization. Unless French and English aid in terms of gun's , artillery , machinery and experienced men is not secured it would seem the commune's army would not be able to defend its borders.

Economic:

Central Planing And Agricultural Expansion:
If there was one thing that most in the new government agreed upon it would be the idea that the commune needed to rapidly Industrialize if it wished to survive , for this to happen it was agreed large scale central planning was required. The head of the planing commission A.K Fazlul Huq exclaimed that "it was finally time to to repair the damage of two centuries of occupation". Plans for Industrial expansion was largely confined to the states of Bengal and Bihar hoping that planing on a state by state basis would be beneficial and efficient. Import substitution became a very import part of the Central Plans with valuable crops and resources like tea, rubber and coal were subjected to near military levels of discipline to ensure maximum exports.

During this time the government began opening various agriculture training and research schools in rural areas focusing on training and educating the commune's farmers on the proper ways of cultivating crops and on the use of genetically modified crops.These institutes also encouraged Agriculture research on a large scale.
​

The International Phalanstère:

The Bharatiya commune joining Phalanstère and organisation dedicated to the economic development of underdeveloped syndicalist nations and the promotion of trade and cooperation within the socialist world lead to the aid received from the developed syndicalist nations increasing with thousands of technical specialists arriving to help in the development of new factories, schools, airfields, railways and port facilities.

Diplomatic:
-A Delegation is sent to France in order to discuss issues regarding French Military Aid and The Phalanstère

Projects:
Project Chaaval
Project Sagave
Project Plantagenet
Operations:
Operation Ghaznavid
Operation Awadh
Operation Pyu​

 

[Yarrow]

Kingdom of the Netherlands

Politics
1/1
Hendrikus Colijn, Prime Minister of The Netherlands, continues with his plans with the Cabinet Colijn III. On January the first, in a not so impressive speech Colijn announces his plans to militarize the Kingdom again, get stronger bands with the colonies, make a new Water Line and renew the infrastructure. The plans are received with mixed feelings from the opposition and the backbone of the parties. Especially from the backbone of the ARP who prefer a non violent point of view.


4/1
The plans of militarizing the Kingdom again are presented. All males between the age of 21 and 26 have to serve for two years in the military. Males between 27 and 33 have to serve 1 and a half year and can choose when in the coming five years. The ratio for army/navy/air force is

10/1
This change in the conscription law affects also the colonies. In the Dutch East Indies, Dutch Antilles and Dutch Guiana, the armies will be mixed, so no segregation between the different ethnics in a hope to unite the colonies habitants more. Due to the many people send to the navy, the shipyards get many new assignments to produce several new light cruisers, destroyers and heavy cruisers.

15/1
The plans for getting stronger bands with the colonies is received very mixed. With the next elections, all parties from the Kingdom, so also those in the colonies, can be voted for. There will now be one governing senate, with 4 separated governments for each country. Both in the Netherlands and the colonies opposites come together in the streets and protest peacefully for or against the plans.

23/1
The new Water Line is presented. The New Water Line consists of national defenses across the most eastern bodies of water. From North to South this is; Drentse Hoofdvaart, Overijsselse Vecht, IJssel, Maas. New is the inclusion of the first two bodies of water. Also the Afsluitdijk is part of the new plans.

31/1
Plans for Rijkswegen are announced. These roads will improve the mobility of the army, transportation of goods and transportation of people. Also the railways will be expanded

4/2
The SADP, the social democratic workers party, visits the Third International in France. It has mixed feelings because the party isn’t focused on revolution by force, but by reformations.

6/3
A big Royal scandal has come to light. A servant revealed that the Queen of the Netherlands, Wilhelmina, has a fifteen year old son, hidden for fifteen years on the Dutch Antilles. The servant is thrown in jail and accused for treason. It causes uproar and many politicians wonder if this son needs to become the next king of the Kingdom or his much older sister Juliana. Prime minister Colijn announces that on the first of May a vote will be held to edit the current law on succession.

Industrial
Many former unemployed people are either employed by the government, working on the Rijkswegen or otherwise employed by the Railway Corporations or Shipyards.
The first Rijksweg will be concluded in the end of the year and will go from Amsterdam to close to the German border. A second Rijksweg will go from Groningen via Utrecht to Maastricht.
The Shipyards, both in the Netherlands and in the Dutch East Indies are working on full power to get the ships ready. The first ships will be ready on the first of May.
All of the five military factories continue producing equipment for the army, this includes artillery, infantry equipment and motorized vehicles. Loads of rubber from the Dutch East Indies is being sent to the factories.
One military factory is being build on Aruba. same as a Dockyard on Bonaire


Military
Expansion of the Navy leads to more personnel being able to be send on missions. A few of the ships currently located in the Dutch East Indies will sail to the Netherlands and start patrolling the sea. Also the ships will more frequently patrol in Flanders-Wallonia waters.
Five of the eight infantry divisions are sent towards the Flanders-Wallonia- Netherlands border. Three of the divisions are stationed around Maastricht. The other two in Roosendaal and Valkenswaard. Two light cruisers are send towards the Antilles

Social
Many people were shocked by the revelation that there was another Orange-Nassau alive. Most Christian Orange favorites wanted that this Prince to become the next King of the Netherlands instead of his sister Juliana.
At Aruba, the Prince holds a moving speech and the dutch people on the Island support the Prince totally. Will this lead to a civil war or will it be solved by the government


Foreign Politics
The Ministry of Foreign affairs talk with the diplomats of the French Commune, official reports are classified but it is sure there is made a trade deal.

Colonies
Dutch East Indies
With the new conscription law many young boys, who work normally on their families, have to serve in the army. In the army, there are many clashes between the natives and the dutch, mainly because all of the higher staff is white. Many farmers are unhappy because the have to miss their sons at the farm and have to do more work alone

Dutch Guiana
The newly men in the army get along better in the colony of Dutch Guiana. Mostly because the inhabitants are already mixed well

Dutch Antilles
The same on the Dutch Antilles, the men in the army from different ethnic groups get along well. However, many aren’t happy with the decision that most men are sent towards other Islands.
Also, the new Prince get many followers after giving moved speeches across all Islands

 

[Mion]

United States of America


​

Political:
God Bless America!:
The American people have been suffering through some tough times with the Great Depression and the nation has been in a state of crisis. But tough times shape tough people, and the USA shall survive. People should be proud to call themselves and American and so the President Herbert Hoover will make sure that the people know that they are the first priority on his mind. He will hold a press conference and deliver speeches with a new message. "God Bless America! And God Bless its People!" Let the people cheer from California to New York, from Washington to Florida. We are all American and we shall be proud of it!

The Tsars Coronation:
The President shall represent the American people and attend the Tsars coronation, celebrating the new head of state of Russia with other world leaders. This is to promote a positive relationship with other nations and to see what kind of man this new leader is.

The Great Depression:
The current times are a time of pain and despair for our great nation. Sometimes it feels like there is no future. That all hope is lost. But President Hoover vows that he will find a way. He will find a way to restore the great nation of the USA. People will no longer need to weep and struggle. In this new age America shall thrive if it is the last thing they do.

Not so Hot Heat Wave:
A heat wave strikes America and its people in the heart with over 3000 lives claimed by this natural disaster. President Hoover calls for the nation to enter a period of mourning for the lives lost and address the nation with a strong face and a message from the soul. He will not rest until everyone who has been effected by this nation tragedy is cared and loved for. He urges the American people to come together in solidarity for these people and that in this great time of need, everyone should be looking out for each other no matter what side of the political divide they land on.

Long supporters shall tolerate these Syndies no longer:
A prospective future Presidential Candidate Huey Longs supporters has attacked a group of Syndicalists in Chicago that were striking outside of a Ford factory. Tension has been building between these two political factions and it seems to have come to a head now. President Hoovers official statement is "I believe that Huey Long is a good and decent man... But with that being said I just cannot condone these kind of actions and I find it detestable that some of his supporters would go as far as to attack his political opponents while they are exercising their democratic right... Now of course the nation is in a time of great stress and the strike caused hostilities to spark and Huey Long should not be held responsible for the actions of other people. Now we must ensure that any events like these are prevented from happening again."

The Indian Citizens Act:
President Hoover proudly signs the Indian Citizens Act. Meaning that the Native American people shall no longer be second class citizens within their own homeland, Hoover makes it a point that all Americans are equal no matter what race they are and that people should learn to look past the colour of peoples skin for everyone needs as many friends as they can get right now in these tough times.


Industrial:
More of the Same:
For now the factories are ordered to continue making the regular equipment. The US is not in the position to change this just yet but President Hoover hopes that in the future the American industry shall prosper.


Military:
American Heroes:
President Hoover issues the order for all divisions of the US army to begin training so that the people have an experienced and reliable army defending them. President Hoover also suggests that the people should support the troops as they are among the best of what America has to offer.
Along with the training of existing divisions, President Hoover plans to expand the American military by recruiting 2 new divisions of infantry.



Foreign Relations:

Trade with the Netherlands:
President Herbert Hoover makes the deal with the Dutch to obtain resources which the USA was previously lacking. For some Steel and Tungsten the President acquires Rubber and claims that this shall help America and its people.

A Deal for the American People:
President Herbert has signed a confidential deal which he claims "Is for the good of the American people." With the Great Depression great sorrow has been brought to the USA and President Herbert has been able to open up 5 civilian factories which once more he claims is for Americas sake.

Songs of America:
President Hoover stretches his hand out to Cuba, Honduras, Panama and the United Provinces of Central America hoping to take the friendly relationship between these nations to the next level to ensure the national security of them all. The President invites the leaders of these nations to Washington to officially sign a NAP (Non Aggression Pact) and treaty that not only promotes cooperation between these nations but also helps form a sense of kinship among the Americas.

Research:
-Project Kidd
-Project Stormalong
-Project Calamity
-Project Coronado

Operations:
-Operation Paradise Lost
-Operation Inferno
-Operation Odyssey
-Operation Eyre

 

[darth]

The Union of Britain

Turn 1 ~ January 1st, 1936
​

Political
Aftermath of Revolution
In the shadow of the bygone era of the Weltkrieg, Britain intends to breed socialism in their solace and isolation. With the royal family profoundly expelled from the home isles some years ago, the Union has been free to pursue their syndicalist agenda. Although with all focus on strengthening the nation through ideology, there have been rumors of bringing the Revolution to previously held territories and colonies. Most are only speculation, but the thought still floats amid the minds of the citizens and perhaps the official's themselves.

The 1936 Congress of The Trade Unions
With Snowden hinting at resignation, this year's Congress will be one to remember. Every political affiliation will be vying for superiority; from the Federationists to the Maximists, it is possible for members to be locked in a very intriguing power struggle in days to come.


Industrial
Increase in Production of Military Hardware
As the industrial districts of Britain see expansion, the implementation of increased arms, ammunition, and equipment begin to produce a surplus of military hardware. Britain intends to create a stronger defense in hopes of feeling more secure on the isolated home isles.

Dockyards Increase Production of Naval Assets
Along with the production of military hardware, the industry also places focus into its Navy. The production of heavy cruisers has commenced as well as the parallel production of escort vessels. A minor focus in trade convoy ships has also been noted.


Military
New Infantry Divisions Placed into Training
Britain intends to bolster its home garrison with the training and deployment of new infantry divisions in the East Anglia region.

New Doctrines Implemented
With the development of new military doctrines, British divisions begin to assimilate new aspects and train new units in accordance with such. The new doctrine implements fire superiority tactics, as well an emphasis on light infantry tactics.


Foreign Affairs
Trade Delegations Sent to Bhartiya
In light of recent French-Bhartiya trade delegations, Britain intends to do the same. A delegation has been sent to Bhartiya with intents to set up an agreement with the two nations.

Research
Project Apples
Project Butter
Project Charlie
Project Duff

Operations
Operation Juvo
Operation Ensis

 

[San Andreas]

Romanian National Legionary State
(Iron Guard Romania | Nationalist Romania)

Statul Naţional-Legionar Român
(Ferma de Patria Romania | Naţionalist România)

"La Lupta, Muncitori!"

Turn 1: January-April 1936

​

Political
The Monarchist Threat
There are Romanians who are still loyal to the royalists who wanted to bring back the throne and to re-establish the Kingdom of Romania, and of course to topple the Iron Guard regime. The leaders of the Iron Guard Romania have decided to remilitarized its forces and to patrol the streets of new Romania in order the citizens to be safe against the potential traitors of the new Romania. The Iron Guard aren't afraid and the Monarchist threat is the potential downfall of the new Romania. The nationalist government ensures that those who are still loyal to the monarchy will be executed and troublesome to their families. This will spread fear across Romania and will surely minimize the supporters of the Monarchy.

Industrial
Expand the Ploiesti refineries
The nationalist government have decided to expand the Ploiesti refineries in Ploiesti City that is north of the capital of Romania, Bucharest. This will ensure that the Romanian oil will not fade away due to the daily shipment oils shipped to the German Kaiserreich as stated in the rules of the Treaty of Bucharest.

The Technical Development Society
The nationalist government have decided to expand its airbase, both commercial and military. This project would create many commercial airplanes and military airplanes as they expand its airbase across Romania.

Military
Remilitarization across Romania
Remilitarization across the country was commenced by the government in order to fight against the potential revolution of the monarchists who dare to overthrow the Iron Guard regime and to reestablished the Romanian monarchy. Conscription is imminent to the Romanian National Army. 10 infantry divisions would be created.

Remilitarize Oltenia
The remilitarization of Oltenia, southwest region of Romania, is imminent to protect the region against the Bulgarian hegemony in the future years to come. The region of Oltenia would be heavily defended by the military's finest. 15 infantry divisions would be created

Expand the Constanta port
The government have decided to expand the Constanta port in order to expand its navy by building coastal navies and would now able to built a large navy by expanding the Constanta port in to a large naval base of the Romanian National Navy.

Research
Project Stain
Project Breeze
Project Anew
Project Haven

Operation
Operation Muntenia
Operation Teedeesia
Operation Recall
Operation Starboard

 

[ViciousVip3R]

[Placeholder for China's Turn One post]

 

[Master Hand]

Reino de España​

[Turn Uno]

Political​

True Monarchists are the True Patriots: All too aware of the threat of the gathering Carlists and even worse, the CNT, Alfonso XIII has been making pushes towards appeasing the populace.

-He makes public remarks, including a significant speech famous for the quote: "We live in trying times, one where The War to End All Wars has bred instability in many areas of the world. Must we join that instability once again and risk loosing everything we hold dear? Or shall we step forward, working together to make Spain become a world power once more, not able to be threatened by anyone. If us Spaniards band together, no division, strife, or enemy can hope to resist our strength. This strong and fair kingdom holds a bright future. Never forget that, my dear friends."

-'Beautiful Propaganda' begins to appear on the sides of buildings. Romanticized and artistic posters that obviously involved several days of work are released to the public eye. They are called beautiful because they do not slander any group or nation, but instead display depictions of proud patriots, the strong military, and the genuine kindness of the government just to name a few.

-Spain has been undergoing several changes over the past weeks and updates its people through mediums like the radio and posters about such things as promoting the military, affirming equality of both genders, and announcing Spain's joining of the Entente.

Foreign​

New Beginnings for an Old Alliance: King Alfonso XIII is proud to announce the Kingdom of Spain joining the likes of the Dominion of Canada in the Entente. Although aware of its past history, the present shows its newfound strength. Alphonso and Gil-Robles make it clear that anyone messing with Spain is messing with Spain, Australasia, Canada, etc.

Setting Minds at Ease: The government was also prepared for backlash for distancing Spain from Germany, and announces its newly created non-aggression pact with the Reich to ease the public.

Respect to the Tsar: Alfonso trusts his office-holding supporters and his heir to hold the metaphorical fort while he pays his respects to the Tsar with other world leaders. He makes it clear that he is open to later discussion with other nations, but returns home to Madrid after only a short time away.

A Plea for Partnership: Having held a good relationship with Portugal for many years, Spain asks for it to recommit to the Entente, so that they may work closely together as "The Two Halves of Iberia".

Denouncement of a Government: "The Japanese people are an adaptable and hardy race. Their government on the other hand is incredibly belligerent and violent. Their war goals have little to justify their massive actions, except perhaps becoming the new Mongolian Empire. I respect them, but they must learn that there are limits. They will learn their mistake soon enough."- Alfonso XIII, Rey de España.

Military
​

Crisis in the Far West: Upon learning of a belligerent Japan's offensive on Ecuador, a fleet of the best 8 destroyers and 4 light cruisers are dispatched to aid in its defense. Spain proudly labels them "The Dozen Conquistadores" and even produces a special poster for the public to admire their glory.

Defense from External and Internal Forces Alike: The infantry is largely dispatched to the north and east of Spain, areas that seem to be influenced by enemies of the crown. Special divisions are kept near the core of Spain, such as Madrid.

A Beginning to a Mighty Force: Left with very few, very outdated tanks from the early Weltkrieg, a new armor division is being formed. In addition, a light cruiser begins construction, ready to replace any unfortunate losses from the Ecuador situation. The main focus of the military, however, is training and modernization. Old equipment is traded in for the new, as old tactics are traded in for the modern.

Research:

Proyecto Bayoneta

Operation:

Operation Rojo
Operation Amarillo
Operation Casa

 

[IneedHealing]

German Empire

Domestic:

The end of the great war has brought on tons of corruption from the german parliament. In his address, the kaiser has declared that the entire german government will undergo a mass restructuring. Culminating in the sacking of hundreds of ministers and parliament members, and replacing them with more competent politicians to lead germany.

With the new government, the Kaiser announced a bold new plan to bring Germany out of recession and into prosperity, with his new governments economic and industrial reform program. In order to instill German pride and German nationalism within his people. having them hope that germany does not need to rely on others for aid, instead should be the one giving aid.

In a secret round of talks, the Austrian, Dutch have agreed to join the MittleEuropa alliance.

Industrial:

With the Kaisers new reforms being enacted, the Kaiser and German government has requested for the creation of 10 new civilian factories, the expansion and modernization of the conutry's railroad system. And the construction of the Autoban, express way, that will connect german cities and towns. In addition, the new reforms also include the German 1936 - 1940 Military Expansion Phase I program, inorder to put every available man to use. This also includes the disbandment of all cavalry divisions in order to create additional manpower in the production of both military and civilian equipment and infrastructure.

The cities are to also be improved, with better living conditions, cleaner streets, and modernizing the roads.

Military:

Pacific: In response to the Japanese 2nd fleet, the German Pacific fleet in Singapore set sail to intercept the Imperial 2nd fleet.

The German Army initiates it's massive reform, appointing new generals, and officers, more suited for the roles, while sacking others who were deemed too incompetent or, simply not fit for their role. The new field marshals include Erich Von Manstein, Erwin Rommel, Heinz Guderian Gerd von Rundstedt, Albert Kesselring, Fedor Von Bock, Walter Model, Wilhelm Ritter Von Leeb, Wolfram Freiherr von Richthofen, Gunther von Kluge.

Disbandment of the cavalry divisions: New armored vehicles that will form the new armored and motorized divisions are being created, and therefore, the entire cavalry force of the German army has been called to disband, putting half the men into vehicle training, to man the new armored transports, and fighting vehicles.

Creation of panzer training schools: The German Government has taken time to build 5 panzer/vehicle training schools within the country to train the young men in forming the first of the panzer divisions.

Uboat/naval dock expansion: In the baltic, and in German oversees territory in Madagascar, China, and at home, new Uboat facilities are being built, while at home, the existing uboat facilities undergo mass retrofitting and modernization and expansion, while they accelerate the production of new uboat classes. In accordance, 5 new Navy docks will be created, to meet the german navy modernization date of 1940.

Creation of factories: The german army has also requested for the formation of 10 new factories. 5 Civilian, which can be converted to military during wartime, and 5 military factories.

Luftwaffe: Using the Japanese-German alliance to it's full advantage, and with the aid of Japanese contractors, the German air force has started an ambitious project to expand the number of fighters, and bombers in it's air force. Culminating in the first BF-109 model, which will enter mass production immediately, to compliment the new JU-87 Stukas, BF-110, HE-111 bombers and JU-88 bombers.

In addition, the Luftwaffe has ordered additional 100 DO-17 bombers.

Kreigsmarine: The German Navy has begun it's modernization and expansion program of it's naval forces, under the German-Japanese alliance, Japanese contractors and shipbuilding experts sent to germany assist in the construction of the new german navy. Each navy vessel will start construction at relatively same times, starting from either 1936 or 1937. These ships are to replace 90% of the existing german navy by the 1940s.

The new moderinzation effort will see the following:
4 Graf Zepplin Class heavy Fleet carriers
5 Europa Class Heavy Fleet Carriers
4 Jade Class Heavy Fleet Carriers
2 Weser Class Heavy Fleet Carriers
5 Bayern Class heavy Fleet Carriers

10 Type II Class Light Carriers

4 Bismark-class Battleships
4 Friederich de Grob class Battleships
4 Grober Kurfurst class Battleships
6 H-Class Battleships

6 Admiral Hipper class Armored Cruisers
8 Roon class Armored Cruisers
5 Hindenburg class Armored Cruisers

26 Type 1936 class destroyers
30 Type 1936A class destroyers
26 Type 1936B class destoyers
6 Z46 class destroyers
30 Z52 class destroyers

9 Type VII class Uboats
57 Type VIIB class Uboats
60 Type VIIC class Uboats

Modernizing:
8 L20 class battleships
8 Scharnhorst class battleships
4 Deutchland class aromred cruisers
Emden, Konigsberg, Leipzig class cruisers
Type 1934, type 1934A, type 1934b class destroyers

In addition, the Kreigsmarine is planning on selling 10 of its battleships in preparation for the new modernization mandate set for 1940. All other ships are planned for retirement between 1940-1942, and will be either scrapped or sold.

Wehrmacht: The mass production of Panzer 1 and 2s, and panzer 38ts, will form the first of the 4 panzer divisions in the coming months, with the first prototype models of the Panzer 3, and Stug 3 begin field tests. The army will also be given 4 brand new dmotorized divisions consisting of half-tracks, armored cars and vehicles, and transport vehicles.

The german army will also be receiving the first batch of Flak 88 guns.

Fallschirmjäger: Training of the first 2 divisions of German Airborne soldiers will start.

SS: Wanting to form a branch of elite soldiers, under the authority of the Kaiser, a new branch of the german army is formed called the SS. Schutzstaffel. The SS will serve as the elite bodyguards of the German government and to the Kaiser himself, while the combat elements of the SS (Waffen SS), will become elite troopers of the German Empire. They are going to be made up entirely of young men, loyal to the Kaiser, and to the fatherland.

In order to maintain a level of prominence and professionalism, the requirements for the SS are, blonde hair, blue eyes, and 100 years of pure germanic ancestry.

Siegfried line: Not wanting to test luck, the German army, under the kaiser's request had begun the construction of the Seigfried line. A long entrenchment that will start from the german border with france, and will go all the way past the german-flanders border, stopping at the german-dutch border.

French Border: With hostilities still present, several german spies were sent to oversee activities along the french side of the german-french border.

Foreign:

Japan: The German government and the Japanese government have agreed on the arming of Japan in negotiations. And so, in turn, the German government will sell Japan enough vehicles to form 2 tank divisions, and 2 motorized divisions. The ships carrying the vehicles have set sail for the Japanese mainland, and are expected to arrive according to schedule. Also, the german government will be supplying the Japanese with Flak 88s, and sending several german trainers to train the Japanese military, and assist in the Japanese efforts to build a formidable ground force. The Germans have also made a deal with the Japanese to sell 20 Type VIIB Uboats in the future.

The news of the Japanese intervention force reached the ReichStag in Berlin. In accordance with the Alliance, the German Kaiser would not tolerate one nation taking aggressive action against a member of the Entente. Therefore, the German Pacific fleet in Singaore and Karoline are to depart at once to intercept the Japanese 2nd fleet, and escort the ships back to the east pacific, while also acting as a buffer to the Entente navy.

Entente: The Kreigsmarine has sent word to the Entente that the German Pacific Fleet had set course for Ecuador, in order to intercept their allies, the japanese, and have requested that the Entente do not get involved in affairs, nor open fire at the Japanese second fleet, or the German Empire shall declare it an act of war against the entire MittleEuropa Alliance.


Italy & Finland: Seeking to aquire the Italians and the Finnish into the MittleEuropa alliance, the Kaiser has sent his delegates to negotiate with the governments of the italian governments, and the Finnish Government

Spain: Seeking a path of peace, the German and Spanish governments have agreed to a nonaggression pact

Ottoman Empire & Persian Empire: The Kaiser has sent two of his delegates to both the Ottoman and Persian Empires, seeking to establish economic ties, but also negotiate the integration of both nations into the MittleEuropa Alliance.


Projects:

Project 1
Project 2
Project 3
Project 4

Operation:

Operation 1
Operation 2
Operation 3
Operation 4​

 

[Obi-Wan Kenobi]

THE MONGOLIAN EMPIRE​

Political
In the Name of the Khan!
The Khan of All Mongols, Roman Ungern von Sternberg, has been active as of late. He has been inspecting his military forces and increasing his hold over domestic affairs, as well as spreading the propaganda that he is Genghis Khan returned, and speaks of "leading Mongolia to what is ours, by right... with steel, with fire, and with blood, my own if need be." The response from the populace is expected to be a state of war fervour. Less fanatical portions of Mongolia, such as many of Sternberg's original Asian Division of cavalry, are already worrying over how much Sternberg believes his own words, and a doubtful few even whisper that the Baron has lost all hold on reality. Whatever the truth is, the Khagan has the blood of Mongolia pumping as it has not done for centuries.

Foreign
The Restoration of the Tsar
At news of the restoration of the Romanovs to Tsardom, Sternberg was said to have wept with joy, although other versions of the tale speak of a more moderate reaction. What is known is that a day of celebration is called on the day of the Tsar's appointment, but is quickly shifted to the day after due to news arriving late in the day.

The Crowning of a Tsar
Sternberg attends the coronation of the Tsar personally, and publically affirms his affection for the Tsar and the Russian people, and that he will stand by them. He makes quite an eccentric impression on the other guests, especially with his manner of dress—an eclectic mix of Mongolian animal furs and formal military uniform, complete with the pinned Cross of St George. Regardless of insanity and warmongering, the Khagan seems in a surprisingly positive mood, and does not seem to hold ill will towards many if any of the guests.

Russians on the Border
The Tsar's brother Grand Duke Boris is met at the Russian-Mongolian border by a brigade of cavalrymen led by a high-ranking military officer, one of the original Russian-born officers of the Asian Division of Cavalry. Sternberg makes his way back to Mognolia via Boris' contingent, having learned from the Tsar at his coronation that they had been assigned to his command for the coming wars. Sternberg formally addresses Boris by all the titles he has, then offers him a bottle of wine, later a pipe to smoke from, and eventually invites him to a feast in his honour at Urga. The meeting marks the beginning of a partnership between Mongolia and Russia, or at least that is what Sternberg declares in an announcement later that week.

Ill Tidings for the Ma Clique
Recently, multiple border skirmishes have erupted between Mongolian and Ma Clique troops. The Ma Clique has stated that all incidents were started by the Mongolians, but Sternberg counters that if he were to truly be starting on the warpath, he would test his forces with "a more worthy foe to the Golden Hordes", and thus that the Ma Clique are attempting to provoke Mongolia and play the victim when they came off worse. This does not, of course, change the fact that Mongolia has declared war on the Ma Clique, claiming that the Clique obviously wanted a war, so Mongolia will deliver it to them "from the barrels of our guns and the edges of our swords."

Military
The First Step
The plan put into play in the war with the Ma Clique is simple. Mongolia's infantry divisions attack across the line as a distraction to tie up Clique infantry on the frontlines, while the Mongolian and Cossack cavalry make a two-pronged assault in the West at points the infantry has not attacked, close enough that they may support each other, after troops there begin to redeploy to reinforce. Even if the cavalry assault comes too soon and the redeploying forces are still in the area, they will be out of prepared positions and caught on the move, thus expected to be more disorganised. One prong is made up of the two Cossack divisions and a Mongolian cavalry division, and the other prong made up of the rest of the Mongol cavalry. After the expected breakthrough, the Mongolian Prong is to attack Clique infantry from behind in support of the infantry, while the Cossack prong is to split, with the Mongolian division riding with all haste for the capital, while the Cossacks also harass and attack Ma infantry from behind. From there, a similar plan of action is to be followed until the Ma Clique agrees to a surrender and gives Mongolia all their land.

The Horde Gathers
Plans are made in the Mongolian government to expand the Mongolian army by recruiting and equipping five more divisions of cavalry, and Khagan Sternberg is quoted by a military correspondent as saying "a swift-moving force is the key to victory both in battle and in war", though the veracity of the quote is unclear. The declaration of war came much before these divisions were ready, as Sternberg was confident that his existing forces could sweep the Ma Clique, and the arrival of the Cossacks would only make it easier.

A Fierce Fighting Force
Mongolia has recently instituted a new, more rigorous and intense training of the new cavalry divisions, and to pass on their training and fighting methods to trainers, to ensure a more competent fighting force. The training incorporates advice from Cossack officers under Grand Duke Boris, though they had only a couple of weeks to advise before being deployed to war. While not quite as extensive as it could be in the interests of time, this new training program is anticipated to produce higher quality divisions than the norm. Sternberg makes a statement that "it is not enough to have the courage of a lion... [Mongolian soldiers] must also be able to fight like lions."

Refocusing
Any and all troops that may have been committed to the Russian border are immediately sent South to the border of Ma Clique in a buildup that has multiple Asian nations concerned as to whether Sternberg has been emboldened by the return of the Tsars and is making good on his promises to restore the Mongolian Empire to its former glory as the reborn Genghis Khan. These troops arrive and reorganise before the declaration of war.

Industry
Kindle the Fires of War
Though there has been little grandeur about it, government-controlled civilian factories are being quietly tasked with industrialising the Northwest of Mongolia, while military factories rapidly produce more cavalry/infantry equipment. Mongolia is yet to make comment on this.

Research
Project Osolt
Project Zev

Operations
None

 

[High Moon]

Ottoman Empire Turn 1

Foreign

Padishah's visit to Russia: Padishah Abdülmecid will personally attend the ceremony. As a Painter with quite a talent, He offers to paint a portrait of the Tsar's Crowning.

Baghdad Conference:
A Conference will be held in Baghdad to resolve the almost 1500-year-old conflict between Shia and Sunni sects, Muslim clerics from all across the world are invited to take part inShah-Ul Islam has been tasked with heading the Ottoman clerical delegation. The Delegation is largely made out of Hanafi Clerics but Shafis are also included.

The Dardanelles and Bosphorus:
Ottoman Government has stated that Ukranian and Austrian ships of all kind both Civil and Military are forbidden from entering the Turkish Straits and the Ottoman Navy will enforce the will of the statement shall the Austrians or Ukrainians make a move.

Military

Reform for The Ever Triumph Horde:
The Ottoman Army is the protector and basis of the Turkish Empire yet it's been decaying for quite some time, with inefficietn management and lackluster training. Kazım Pasha will head the Commitee responsible for reforming the army. He has proclaimed that he will inspect every division personally and record every flaw to the tiniest of details and won't stop until, quote. ''The entire Ottoman Army is disciplined along the lines of the finest of German Divisions.''

The Persian Border:
Five out of Seven divisions protecting the border are recalled to Central Anatolia to help with Industrilization and Infestracture efforts.

1. Donanma Fırkası on move:
The Ottoman First Naval Party moves to the southern tip of Italy with the intention of forming a blockade against Austria.

Internal

Hero of Gallipoli and the Hero of Alchıtepe storm Bab-ı Ali:
Taking advantage of the Padishah's visit to Russia, Mustafa Kemal Pasha and Kazım Karabekir Pasha along with serveral notable officers marched towards the Sublime Porte and took the Grand Vizier and the Ministers hostage and force them to resign from office. Teccedüt Clique and allies form new cabinet. Kemal Pasha becomes the Grand Vizier. The combined popularity of Kazım Pasha and Kemal Pasha makes sure that The common folk will welcome the coup.

Anatolia above all:
"Anatolia is the motherland of Turks and thus it's the core of the Empire. We have to do everything in our power to bring modernity to our motherland " Spike Mustafa Kemal during his adressing of the Citizens of the Empire. Ankara and Konya are designeted to both house two new civil factories each. Increasing the Infestreacture in the region is also a priority. The freed divisions from the Persian border are ordered to help with building of new facilaties.

Ali Sami and Albania:
Ali Sami, the President of Galatsaray Sports Club and son of the Renowned Turkologist and Writer Şemseddin Sami is sent to Albania to meet with Albanian Sports enthuasts, some say he was sent there to relieve the tension of the locals.


Research:
Project Vasıta

Project Himaye

Project Nizam

Operations:
Opt. Turan

Opt.Saraybosna

 

[Braddington]

Turn 2: May 1st - September 30th 1936
​

CANADA:

Diplomacy:
* Portugal agrees to join the Entente however South Africa refuses
Industry:
* Government subsidies have encouraged new entrepreneurs and businessmen to enter the arms industry, however since many of these companies are still in their infancy, little to no benefit can currently be reaped.

Domestic:
* The Federation thanks Canada for their generosity and uses Canadian funds to help their growing industry. (+1 Civilian Factory)
* The new 'Zero-Interest Rate Policy' combined with the 'Guaranteed Credit Program' has thus far only led to disaster for the Canadian Government. The program has attracted many shady characters who, whilst able to present solid business plans, have not been able to make those plans into reality. Whilst a few businessmen have returned the governments loans, many more have gone bankrupt and the government has began to lose money at a rate that could prove to be alarming if it were to continue. The opposition has demanded the his majesty revoke the policy at once.
* The new agricultural budget has led to a substancial increase in the crops and other organic goods grown by Canada, whilst the new highways have allowed for great mobility in Canadian provinces.
* New factories enter construction. In the period Between January and May 4 new civilian factories are built and completed.

NATIONAL FRANCE:

1, Almost immediatly after the Emperor leaves his meeting with President Petain, he is apprehended by several members of the French armed forces and taken into custody. The following week, Petain delivers a public speach in Algiers regarding the virtue of French values. During this speach he unveils a brand new constitution that names Louis Napoleon as the constitutional Emperor of the French. This is seen as a largly ceremonial role as it has very little power, and it seems to mostly be an attempt to raise French morale and increase hopes of one day returning to the mainland. Shortly after the speach, Petain visits Louis in jail and orders him released with nothing more than a slap on the wrist. Whilst the exact words Petain said to Louis are confidential, one reporter managed to note down the phrases 'are you bloody stupid?' and 'that's not how government works'.

2, In an attempt to survey the country to find oil, the Nationalists have inadvertently angered the native African population of Africa. The Tuareg people have risen up in rebellion and declared themselves an independant state. Five divisions of Tuareg infantry head northo towards the capital of Algiers with the intention of making the French exiles recognise thir independence by force.

3, Due to constraints with equipment, only four infantry divisions are able to be raised, lowering the available manpower pool by 40,000. French generals warn the Emperor that the reserve is getting very low, and that their may not be enough men avalible to reinforce the current divisions on the field.

4, Two new civilian factories are built in Algeria.

5, Nationalist France successfully completes its research.

AUSTRIA:

Industry:
* Austria constructs two new civilian factories.
Military:

* The Austrian Military begins a new stage of reform by firing many of the 'Old Guard' Field Marshalls who have since become complacant and replacing them with new, talented, young, officers. Many of the new Generals are thus far untested and are replacing a generation of veterans from the Weltkrieg. There has been a stirr in Austrian military high command though it's thus far unknown whether the new reforms will lead to a positive or a negative. (Most old generals will no longer be able to be assigned to lead armies, whilst the number of low level, untested generals in the Austrian army has now increased.)

* The Austrian army begins to reform many of it's existing divisions. Five garrison units from nearby Austrian territories are disbanded entirely and to replace them, 5 new infantry divisions are built, three of which are fully equipped with artillery.

* Hungary does not respond well to this unthreatened act of aggression and formerly asks Kaiser Karl to remove the divisions from their territory at once. They would remind the Kaiser of the upcoming ausgleich. Should this aggression continue, Hungary might be forced to reconsider its position within the Empire.

Naval:
* The Austrian Navy begins the construction of a new Destroyer. It is currently unfinished and experts say it may take another four months before it will reach completion.
Air:

* Nine new fighter planes and nine new bombers have been constructed, though more will likely soon follow.

UKRAINE:

New Conscription Law: Ukraine implements a new conscription laws that force a limited amount of the population to serve in the armed forces or the reserves. Whilst this has increased Ukraine’s available manpower, it has also increased the support for several of the worker’s movements around the country, who disagree with the new conscription laws.

Disbanding Divisions: In stark contrast to the government’s new “Defence of the Motherland” act, the King and his government have seen fit to decrease the size of the armed forces, disbanding fifteen divisions of infantry and one division of cavalry. This has allowed equipment to be redistributed amongst Ukraine’s remaining armed forces, fixing the equipment deficit that was previously plaguing the country.
Industry: Ukraine is able to produce a new military factory, and two new level two forts upon the Russian border. Unfortunately due to the unskilled nature of the country’s new work force, the soldiers turned labourers do not help much to increase the productivity of the country's industry, especially since there is not enough industrial infrastructure set up to allow for the new men to actually help. This means that many of those who were removed from the army are now without work and roaming the streets.

Economy: The Ukrainian government has shifted their economic focus to export, which has helped them to grow wealthier, however this also means that many of the country’s resources are now heading off to market, making them unavailable for use in producing needed military equipment. The government clearly foresaw this issue however, as the influx of equipment that was redistributed from disbanded divisions has meant that the army is currently unlikely to go into an immediate equipment deficit.

Training: The Ukrainian army has begun a new extensive training program which is suspected to increase their skills in combat within the next few years.

POLAND:

The Heated Tensions: With the political instability in the nation and a lack of King the clashes of the National Populists and the Syndicalists have led to many of the nations citizens demanding the Regency Council intervene for the good of the nation. If not resolved soon these clashes could become a full civil war.

Central Region Strategy: The production capacity of Poland allows 1 military and 1 civilian factory to complete production.

Air Base Expansion: Warsaw is made the official headquarters of the Polish Airforce, work begins on upgrading air bases but more resources would need to be diverted from factory construction to make significant progress.

Prepare for the Next War: Immediately the military staff gets too work on new doctrines, after the 4 months significant progress is made and the Generals report that the doctrines shall be perfected within the next 4 months.

SWITZERLAND:

'The strengthening of powers by the Swiss Federal Council has resulted in an outcry of anger by the Swiss people and opposition to the council has quickly gathered although no immediate action has been taken. The people of Switzerland begin to ridicule the Council, calling them 'power hungry' and 'mad'. They see the Councils ambition to become more involved in world politics as a betrayal of national ideals.'

'The Swiss Federal Council begin the construction/construct * civilian factories. The people of Switzerland are anxious of what the Federal Council is planning to do with these new factories.'

'With the ambition of establishing new doctrine to better equip the Swiss Armed Forces for land battle the Swiss Army begins to engage in regular meetings and meetings between the Generals. This action has only increased tension between the Swiss Federal Council and their opposition.'

ECUADOR:

Larrea's Coup: The coup destabilises the country almost immediately after the news hits the streets, mass riots break out amongst the people and the now former Presidents supporters are said to be gathering support in secret. The sheer chaos on the streets pull in even the disinterested who riot purely because everyone else is.

Larrea's Government joins the Entente: The marine Division arrives safely...in the unsafe nation.


Mandatory Unionization: The union efforts bear fruit and a civilian factory is even erected by the Unions in response to these reforms, this also gives the government much more control over workers directly.

Presidential Guard and Militia: The disbanding of both allow you to create the infantry Division with full Manpower and equipment.

Research: All research is successfull

PERSIA:

Government Bonds: The issuing of new government bonds has allowed Persia to build up a great deal of money for new projects, however several members of the government have questioned whether Persia will be able to pay back these bonds once the times comes. The opposition has even accused the current ruling party of foul play, saying that they are pushing the issue of finance into the future when they will no longer have to deal with it.

Army: Due to a lack of training, the two infantry divisions sent to improve the production of the railway do not end up being of much help. The other infantry divisions see much more success however, with the two that were redeployed moving into position quickly and efficiently and the five divisions that were sent off to retrain making a lot of progress in improving their combat ability.

Industry: Whilst the new naval dockyard is able to reach completion, the airbase still requires a bit of work and it is estimated that it may take at least another four months to reach completion.

BRITAIN:

'The military factories of Britain begin to create a surplus of equipment that could be used for either defensive or offensive operations. The revolutionaries among the populace have an overwhelmingly positive reactions to this while other groups also have a positive reactions as they wish to feel a bit safer.'

'The production of heavy cruisers begin and 1 new ships is built for the British Navy.'

'A total 8 new units of infantry are recruited and trained into the British armed forces. A strong feeling of pride can be felt among the British people who support the expansion of the British military.'

THE BHARTIYA COMMUNE:

Bose's Land Reforms: This has its intended effect and the farmers and General populace come out fully in support of Bose with love for a government official never before seen in the Commune. The landowners however resent this and feel their previous charity has been taken for granted, instead of taking this lying down they demand their land returned and begin petitioning the government. Militias made up of land owners form and Bose must now decide what to do about the situation.

The Bose-Nath reforms: The military overhaul has both positive and negative effects, the new organisation of the Military helps to no end turning Militia level strategy and soldiers into a true profession Force. The lack of officers however makes it hard to maintain these reforms and some generals believe it must be resolved soon if the military is to keep its disciplined level.

Jungle Training And The Pallien Division: The divisions are successfully raised fully equipped and with full Manpower.

Central Planing And Agricultural Expansion: Using the civilian Factories the expansions go off without a hitch and research becomes more successful because of it. The people are and so pleased with these reforms and work harder than ever

THE NETHERLANDS:

Conscription: New conscription laws within the Netherlands and her colonies have led to a large outcry from the people, with many young males complaining not only about such extensive conscription during peacetime, but also about how this time serving in the army will likely harm their prospects of getting jobs. Economists agree that with much of the country's young men serving in the army, the Netherlands industry may suffer from a lack of new labour. This contemptment for the new laws are also shared by those from the colonies, with new support being gained by many independence movements within the East Indies.

Army: Whilst the government’s intentions may have been noble, many of the ‘Old Guard’ Dutch forces have shown a great amount of prejudice against those from the colonies and one Dutch Field Marshall has already threatened to resign if the army continues to be mixed, especially since many of those from the colonies have proven to be unruly and unwilling to learn Dutch.

Navy: The Netherlands does not finish any ships this turn.

Government: Whilst allowing the Dutch Colonies their own governments has increased the current ruling party’s approval ratings away from home it has done little to help their popularity back home, with many native Dutch people protesting the government for seemingly caring more about the colonies than the Netherlands themselves. Additionally, allowing the colonists to vote has revealed that many of them are in support of parties that would advocate for independence from the Kingdom of the Netherlands, or at the very least, a greater deal of autonomy.

Construction: The industrial projects of the Netherlands both prove to be very successful, with both the new waterworks and the expanded railways serving their purposes well.

Royal Scandal: The Royal scandal has been met with mixed reactions throughout the Netherlands, whilst many hardline conservatives support the now boy’s claim to the throne, there are a greater number of people who think that the inheritance should stay as it is. This boy was not raised in the Netherlands and is little more than a commoner from the colonies with no experience in government. A few Dutch businessmen have even offered to fund a propaganda campaign for Princess Juliana to protect her claim to the throne.

Industry: The Netherlands builds two civilian factories.

Troop Movements: With much of the Dutch garrison and navy being removed from the East Indies, the risk of revolution in the area has increased greatly and if it comes, the Dutch may not have the power to stop it.

ROMANIA:

The Monarchist Threat: This has the opposite effect than intended, more and more people join the monarchist cause eager to topple their oppressive regime. The people begin wearing masks with a crown symbol on it when rioting to hide their identity and are becoming bolder in their attacks.

Expand the Ploiesti refineries: Romania receives 8 oil from these expansions although reports say there is more potential.

The Technical Development Society: Work on the airbase begins and eventually succeeds.

Remilitarization across Romania: The introduction of conscription further angers the populace with many intended for conscription becoming partisans. 10 Divisions are raised but only 3 are fully equipped.

Remilitarize Oltenia: Only 5 more Divisions are raised but again they have no equipment, the Bulgarians don't push back with this move eager to focus on other threats, the land is militarised successfully.

Expand the Constanta port: The port is expanded and you gain 2 Dockyards

SPAIN:

Foreign: There has been a major backlash against King Alfonso for entering Spain into the Entente, especially amongst those in the Syndicalist and Carlist Factions, who are using the opportunity to spread anti-Kingdom propaganda, claiming that Alfonso is too weak to hold his own country together and that he needs the help of two other fail-states to help him.

Political: Whilst the King had grand ideas for his propaganda, it proves less effective than he had intended it to be. Since there is no clearly defined enemy, many Spaniards aren’t really sure what the posters are supposed to encourage them to do. In a terrible turn of events, some of the King’s posters have been commandeered by the Carlist faction, who have taken the strong nationalistic message and added a Carlist twist, effectively reprinting the posters with anti-Kingdom messages on the bottom.

Navy: Spanish vessels meet with the other Entente forces that have come to intervene in Ecuador.

Military: Spanish infantry are reassigned to the north-east of the country where they are to garrison areas that have become disillusioned with the crown. Unfortunately this means that many of the soldiers are exposed to a large amount of propaganda from both Syndicalists and Carlists, causing sympathies to rise in the army for enemy factions. Additionally, this reassignment has won King Alfonso no love from his people, causing even more to flock from his cause, since it has become obvious that he is willing to oppress the beliefs of his fellow Spaniards through armed force.

A New Army: A Light Cruiser enters construction in Spain, though it is nowhere near battle ready, and will likely not be for the rest of the year. Additionally, due to Spain’s new effort to replace old equipment, they do not produce enough tanks to create a usable division.

JAPAN:

Reasons your military can't just easily take power: Part 1: The Emperor had gone too far. Whilst Japan had previously been dealing with a great amount of political instability, no prior issues came close to rivaling the military’s attempt to seize complete control of the country in one day. The Japanese Parliament was shut down immediately when several divisions of Japanese INFANTRY marched through its gates, taking many important governmental figures into custody, and killing any who resisted. This has caused mass revolts and the city of Tokyo has fallen into complete anarchy with rioters and looters roaming the streets, before being shot down. Japanese citizens from other cities have already began protesting the new military junta and many important cities refuse to recognise the authority of the new Japanese government, even with the Emperor’s support. This means that whilst technically in power, the military has very little power to actually govern their own country. Other army divisions that have attempted to seize key institutions in the Japanese islands have achieved varied success. Some have managed to take land fairly bloodless however others are subjected to mass resistance. Some locals have even used the anarchy to their advantage and become warlords. If the military are to maintain power, they will need to calm the resistance at home.

Reasons your military can't just easily take power: Part 2: Meanwhile in Japanese Korea, the flag has been raised in rebellion. The Koreans had already been fairly opposed to Japanese rule and a military coup was a step too far. Whilst the Japanese army had a foothold in Seoul, the rest of the country remains free of occupation, and the people of Korea began to form up their own militia’s to attempt to take back their capital and throw off the yoke of the Japanese oppressors once and for all. Similarly, in Taiwan, the people had began to rise up against the Japanese, intending to form a new Taiwanese government, since the Governor of Taiwan himself was Japanese, his imprisonment does little to deter anyone.

Reasons your military can't just easily take power: Part 3:
In addition, revolts have broken out in Manchuria as the Chinese population begin to emulate the Japanese protectorates and rise up. This has put them at odds with the Japanese troops stationed in the region, leading to many Japanese divisions being stranded within Manchuria with not hope of escape but fighting their way out or putting down the rebellion once and for all. Admiral Kolchak of Transamur also declares himself independant, but amongst the other issues Japan is facing, no one seems to notice, and Japan truly isn’t watching what he might do next.

Reasons your military can't just easily take power: Conclusion: The 4 infantry and 4 garrison divisions sourced from Taiwan and Korea leave the Japanese army.

Industry: Due to the instability at home, neither the plan to educate the Japanese protectorates, nor the plan to increase their infrastructure manage to be completed, or even started. However the plan the build two new naval dockyards manages to be completed with little issue as both dockyards to be be built in the Tokyo region, where the military junta still holds absolute power. Additionally, a single new civilian factory is produced within the area.

New Empire: A garrison division is dispatched to secure each of the new territories. There is little resistance from the small and mostly useless islands, however the Indochinese people, who had previously been under the French, then the Germans, now the Japanese have shown a great amount of resistance for the Japanese and local militias have been formed to fight any Japanese divisions who arrive.

Naval: The plans for the expansion of the Japanese navy go ahead, however no ships are combat ready at the current time. Additionally, no more ships have been modernized yet as the Japanese dockyards are busy constructing the new carriers.

Infantry and Air Force: The cavalry division disbands as ordered, however due to the fact that most of Japan’s troops are currently on active duty in the field, no new training plans can be implemented. The Japanese air force begins producing new modern planes and fifteen new fighters leave the line.

Invasion: Japan begins to bombard the coast of Siam with their third fleet, trying to take down Bangkok. They manage to effectively sink the majority of the Siamese navy without losing any ships of their own, however their infantry division is unable to land in Bangkok as the local Siamese army is much more powerful and half of the division’s men die without being able to get a foothold in the country.


German Empire:

Domestic: The Kaiser’s policy of reform through force has caused a massive stir within the German Government, one that threatens to upset the balance of power within Germany, and shake the nation to its very core. Seemingly arbitrarily, many elected officials of the Imperial Reichstag have been sacked from their positions and replaced with cronies of the Kaiser, effectively removing the right to representation the German people had formerly enjoyed. This has caused a mass increase in the support for democratic movements throughout Germany, and even a few hardline-monarchist whisper that a constitutional monarchy might be best for the continued survival of the German nation.

Several government officials have already resigned from their posts out of protest, including German Reichskanzler Franz von Papen, and Generalfeldmarschall August von Mackensen, both of whom had been staunchly opposed to government reform. With the office of Chancellor vacant, many have demanded that the Kaiser call a new election, though with the sudden shift in people’s opinions, it is most certain that any new government would be one comprised primarily of liberals who would reform the country into a more democratic nation. The champion of the Nationalliberale Party is war hero, and former Governor of Mittelafrika Paul von Lettow-Vorbeck who has promised that should he be elected he will keep the spirit of the empire alive, whilst also reforming the nation into a more modern state.

Industrial: Despite the setbacks caused by the major shift in government, Germany remains an industrial powerhouse, and the country is able to produce four new civilian factories in just as many months. In addition, the German infrastructure reforms have been a great success and transportation between German cities and towns has never been easier, especially with the new Autoban. Meanwhile all divisions of German cavalry have been disbanded, freeing 40,000 men to be used within the armed forces. Whilst this is an important step to leaving behind the past and creating a new German army, a few people have protested about the abandonment of German traditions, especially since most of those cavalrymen were seasoned riders, and many of those divisions had fought within the Weltkrieg. Living conditions within German cities remain the same until the government can propose a concrete plan on how they intend to improve them.

Military:

Pacific: The German Singapore Fleet sets sail with the intention of preventing the Japanese from doing anything rash, however by the time they arrive on the scene it is too late for them intervene.

Generals: Due to the new reforms, many former generals of the German army officially hand in their resignations, including Generalfeldmarschall August von Mackensen, his son General Eberhard von Mackensen, and Großadmiral Ludwig von Reuter, leaving the positions of Head of the German Army and Head of the German Navy, vacant and in need of filling. Many accuse the Kaiser of only promoting his favourites, as out of the generals he has promoted, few actually have experience with the duties required of a Field Marshall.

Cavalry: All six German cavalry divisions are disbanded, giving the Empire an increase of 40,000 manpower. With half of these men he is able to produce two more motorised divisions.

Panzer Schools: Five new Panzer schools are opening up throughout the country, replacing more general German military academies. Whilst it is speculated that this help to educate the youth on tanks, it should also be noted that currently these schools are suffering from a shortage of professors as the German Empire lacks a large amount of retired generals with experience in Panzers.

Naval Dockyards: One new Naval Dockyard is able to be created within Germany over a period of four months, however there is no success in creating more facilities in the German colonies, mostly due to overextension of industry and a lack of the appropriate infrastructure in the area.

Kaiserliche Marine: Without a Großadmiral there was no one to tell the Kaiser that his plans for a new German navy were far too ambitious, instead, the dockworkers tried their hardest to meet the Kaiser’s specification, though at the end of a hard two months they only emerged with a single battleship that was actually ready for battle, and none of the old ships have been modernized.

Wehrmart: The German Empire begins the mass production of new tanks, though initial progress is fairly slow due to the need to adapt production lines, this means that there are only enough tanks to produce a single division of tanks.

Fallschirmjäge/SS: Unfortunately for the Kaiser, he is informed by his generals that neither of these plans will be able to be completed as Germany simply does not have the manpower to accommodate any more military units. In fact, in his parting letter to the Kaiser, Von Mackensen advised that he disband a large part of the German army as without any manpower to reinforce preexisting divisions, the army will fall very quickly.

Siegfried Line: Another plan to go uncompleted, Germany simply does not have the industrial capability to spare upon new defences.

French Border: Perhaps due to poor foresight, or maybe bad management, the Kaiser decides to send his spies to the only place in France that is literally lined with French soldiers. Naturally his attempts to spy upon France is stopped quickly and the German spies are taken into custody without learning anything. They now await trial.

Foreign:

Japan: The German government has neither the supplies required to support two tank divisions, nor the supplies required to support two more motorised divisions, and as such the Japanese are left disappointed. In fact the only thing that Japan receives from Germany is a couple of new military advisors.

Italy and Finland: Neither Italy nor Finland are interested in entering into the Mitteleuropa Alliance, though for different reasons. Italy refuses to work with the Austrians, who have previously shown a desire in taking Italian land and turning Italy into what is effectively a puppet, Finland refuses because they have no reason to accept. They do not wish to be drawn into any war that Germany might want to fight.

Mittelafrika: Stadholder Hermann von Goering has requested the Kaiser’s permission to seize the Portuguese colonies in Africa in response to Portugal deciding to join the Entente.

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA:

God Bless America: President Herbert Hoover’s attempts to reinvigorate the morale of the American people receives a mixed reception. Many Americans are living in poverty due to the depression, something Hoover has done nothing to fix, and in tough times people are drawn to radical measures. The heat wave has done little to help things, though Hoover’s attempts to honour the dead are met with more positivity than his regular inaction.

Long Supporters shall tolerate these Syndies no longer: Hoover’s reaction to the violence is met with mixed reception across the United States. Whilst those in the west and north of the country thank him for his strong stance, those in the south refuse to acknowledge any wrongdoing. Long himself personally refuses to condemn the actions of these men, claiming that all of his supporters were good people, and that they had shown strength in standing up to the Syndicalists in the north who wanted to destroy everything that America stood for.

Indian Citizens Act: The act passes with little issue, though there is a large public outcry in the south. Many people, including America First supporter William Dudley Pelley, have accused Hoover of selling American rights to ‘lesser people’ in an attempt to keep himself in power for just a little longer.

Industry and Military: America continues to produce equipment at a steady rate, which is used to create the two new infantry divisions that the President requested. The rest of the United State’s army is set to train, to increase their readiness in combat, though many doubt they’ll see much use, since America had been isolationist for so long.

A Deal for the American People: President Hoover’s new civilian factories come as a great surprise to the American people, but certainly a welcome one. Americans from all over the country flock to the locations of the new factories in an attempt to finally gain work, and national spirit is at an alltime high.

Songs of America: Whilst the liberal governments of Cuba and Panama agree to meet in Washington to sign a pact of nonaggression, neither Centroamerica, nor the United Provinces of America agree to a attend the meeting. Both governments refuse to interact with each other in any way and will not be attending a meeting to which the other is invited. President Barnet of Cuba has approached Hoover regarding the American presence in Guantanamo Bay, and has suggested that it might help to improve relations if it were returned to Cuba.

RUSSIAN REPUBLIC:

Assasination of Alexander Kerensky:
The death of Kerensky has emboldened some of the more radical minds in Russia, however the chaos in the aftermath of this unfortunate event has steadied the hands of those who may take action. However these people will still attempt to use the chaos to gain power and influence for their cause in the mean time.

Appointing a Prime Minister:
Radicals and opposition is further emboldened by the intervention of the Grand Duke. Not only has it angered the radical minds who were hoping gain something out of this process but also others who are not of a radical mind who believe that the sudden appointment was in poor taste and showed potential for an increase of unfairnes and perhaps corruption.

The Return of the Tsar:
The Return of the Tsar was a spectical to witness indeed and his supporters throughout the great nation of Russia broke out into celebration and could not be happier that the Tsar had returned. However this also had its consequences. Many of the supporters of the Republic have been taken advantage of and converted/indoctrinated by the radicals in Russia and so they have gained the influence and power that they were looking for.

Appointments:
With these new appointments the nobles of Russia show overwhelming loyalty to the Tsar, however this has also resulted in the Duma largely being a congragation of 'yes men' and people who are looking to cosy up to royalty in hopes of climbing social issues instead of a place of debate and government.

Industry:
With the Russian Restoration Project the Tsar and his friends manage to construct 5 civilian factories around the Moscow area which draws in many hopeful workers. The Duma continously give the Tsar a pat on the back and compliments him on his wise decision. The military factories begin to create the infantry and artillery equipment with no trouble and the 2 naval dockyards begin the construction of a sumbarine although it is not ready for use (30%)

Militray:
All orders are executed without any problems.

COMMUNE OF FRANCE:

A Strong Defense: All 3 province's along the border now have level 6 forts, the general staff is extremely impressed with this and have stated that a German attack won't even leave a scratch. One General even joked that Belgium will be their only chance of victory now. Further fortifications can be built however and it can become a truly unbeatable line.

The Doriot Reforms: The reforms are well liked in the south of France and they feel they are finally being appreciated by Paris. 3 civilian factory's successfully complete construction.

Military Equipment: Apart from obvious resource shortages all production runs at a steady and even fast pace, the Unions report that new divisions will be able to be equipped at a time of the government's choosing.

Strong Fleet: France whilst having a larger naval production capacity than some nations is still far behind competitors, however a destroyer is successfully built and 1 is already half way done.

The French Navy: Some naval Commanders are appealed by this political decisions considering it not in the Communes best interests, no one is more angry than the Admiral himself who with a bunch a mutinous naval Commanders successfully steal a destroyer and sail for the north African coast where it is suspected they wish to defect....

Military Orders: All orders are successful and two fully equipped Divisions are raised

THE OTTOMAN EMPIRE:

Baghdad Conference: Muslims from all across the world gather around to see an ancient conflict finally fizzle out. Some herald this as a great thing and a modern marvel, however some of the more devout muslims of each sect believe that such a divide can never be bridged and that all attempts are futile.

Military: All military orders are completed without issue. The new reforms to the Ottoman army will ensure that untrained divisions will no longer enter the field and the Ottoman armed forces are shaping up to be at peak performance, the like of which has not been seen for decades.

Hero of Gallipoli and the Hero of Alchıtepe storm Bab-ı Ali: Whilst storming the Sublime Porte and removing the government by force angers many within the empire, no immediate action is taken by the people. Perhaps this is due to the reputation of those in charge of the coup, or perhaps many of the Ottoman people recognised that the Empire would be soon to fall without new leadership, but currently the Empire seems calm. At least on the surface.

Anatloia above all: Out of the four new civilian factories ordered, three are completed by the end of four months.

Ali Sami and Albania: The arrival of the chairman and the avid discussion about sports has done a great deal to present an appearance of normality between Albania and the Ottomans. Whilst relations between the two countries had been growing recently, the talk of sports helped to distract people from that and for a moment everyone forgot about conflict and joined together to talk about sport.

MONGOLIA:

In the Name of the Khan: The "Khan" has certainly gained the war fervor he sought from the population who throw them themselves at recruiting stations other more senior cavalry men are starting to wonder why they haven't legged it back to Moscow and the Tsar yet.

The Restoration of the Tsar: The celebrations are a welcomed sight for everyone in the khan's horde as all believe the event should be celebrated especially the veteran troops.

Russians on the Border: The meeting goes off without a hitch and Grand Duke Boris with his Cossak Divisions accept the Khan's generous offers. This also has a notable effect on the khan's existing troops who now feel more at ease.

The First Step: While the initial battles are successful the war slowly turns into a slug, whilst Mongolia has gained land and is winning the Clique has shown no signs of giving in to surrender.

The Horde Gathers: 5 divisions are successfully raised although only 3 are fully equipped

A Fierce Fighting Force: Though limited the advice goes a long way to improve the strategy and tactics of the cavalry under the khan's command. The Grand Duke is all to happy to offer a helping hand to those he will be fighting with.

Kindle the Fires of War: 3 civilian factories are successfully raised.

WORLD NEWS:

Black Monday: On the first of May 1936, the Berlin Stock Exchange stopped sinking - it plunged. Fuelled by the instability of the market panic, selling erupted as soon as the stock market opened on monday morning.

It took well into the night for the teleprinters to stop sputtering out the results of what became known as ‘Black Monday.’ When the results had been analysed, it was clear that the situation had only got worse.

The shock of this unprecedented economic catastrophe will, no doubt, be felt over the entire world. The German golden age has ended - for now, at least...

The Second Russian Civil War Despite the Russian Tsar’s best attempts to contain him, Syndicalist agitator, Nikolai Bukharin is once again at large. Whilst he was being transported to a detention centre in Siberia, Bukharin was rescued by a group of Syndicalists from the Commune of France including former head of the French government, Marceau Pivert.

Once free Bukharin vowed vengeance upon the Tsar and began gathering the support of other Syndicalists and Syndicalist sympathisers in Russia, with the intention of staging a new revolution that would overthrow the new Tsarist regime. This would all come to fruition on the second of May 1936.

Hearing of the German Stock Market crash and taking it as an omen, Bukharin finally played his hand. Syndicalists from all across Russia had been gathered together in Petrograd in anticipation of Bukharin’s next move, and at a local beer hall, Bukharin finally declared a second Soviet Union.

First the Syndicalists would seize the Peterhof Palace using armed force, which would become the new base of operation of the Syndicalist government. Militia’s would be formed out of the Syndicalists supporters and even some of the Russian army stationed in Petrograd (now nicknamed Nikograd) laid down their arms and swore loyalty to the new revolution. Without German intervention, surely this would be the revolution that would last, or would it?

The Battle of Ecuador: A devastating naval battle took place in Ecuadorian waters when the Japanese second fleet intending to land troops in Ecuador was caught within a 100 nautical miles of the nations soil by a combined Entente Fleet made up of over 150 ships of various classifications.

The Japanese clearly not aware that this fleet was on the way were not expecting the attack and so the Entente fleet trapped them in with no escape, it is said that the local Ecuadorian population gathered on the beaches to watch the spectacle. The Japanese knowing they could not win ordered a retreat but first they needed to breach a hole in the enemies iron grip.

For hours the Entente fleet pummelled the Japanese and some Commanders even considered surrender but finally 6 hours into the engagement a hole was created by a Japanese heavy cruiser and their ships poured through it with lightning speed. The damage was done however and it was clear that the Japanese would not land troops on the small South American nation.

Even with the chaos in Ecuador local civilians threw celebrations all through the night and the Entente fleet made up of various ethnicities put on a spectacle at sea for all combatants. As the casualty figures became clear and the wreckage was scanned the Entente had lost only 4% of its fleet in the battle, 6 Canadian Destroyers and a light cruiser from the Dominion of India. The Japanese losses were far more serious with 15 Destroyers, 6 Submarines and a light cruiser sent to the depths for a total of 42%.

No matter how nations may spin the Battle it is a clear Entente victory.

Georgian Civil War: The people of Georgia have risen up against the oppressive government of Chairman Lavrentiy Beria, with the hope of removing the Totalist leader from power. However the Syndicalist forces are strong and it is unlikely that the revolutionaries will be able to win without outside intervention.

Swedish Civil War:
The Syndicalists of Sweden have taken against the government of Sweden due to their fears of it beginning to lean towards authoritarianism. With the backing of French cavalry they ring the bells of revolution.

Burmese Rebellion:
Burma already on the brink of civil war and having a noticeably large Syndicalist population has had a revolution in recent days. The new provisional government made up of advisors from their next door neighbour the Commune vote unanimously to merge with their neighbour.

The Fifth Anglo-Afghan War:

After the Weltkrieg, as the British Raj collapsed into turmoil and warfare, the neighbouring Kingdom of Afghanistan took advantage of this as an opportunity to seize Peshawar and Quetta, both border regions to the Dominion. However, the Afghan government’s attempts to modernise over the last decades have been met with fierce resistance from the conservative elements within the country. King Amanullah Khan hoped to use the turmoil in Delhi following the death of King George V to his advantage. By repeating the success of the fourth Anglo-Afghan War, the king hoped to silence the conservative opposition and bring in new lands to the crown. However things did not go as planned.

Despite the king’s expectations, the Indian government was not so distracted by the death of their king and they would not fight to defend their homeland. After putting up a valiant effort, and lasting longer than any expert had expected, the Afghan government was forced to capitulate to the Indians. India’s peace was a harsh one, taking back all the territory they had lost in the fourth Anglo-Afghan war and enforcing upon Afghanistan a new government that would be little more than Indian puppets.

The graveyard of empires had finally fallen, though whether the Indian government can keep the unruly Afghans in check for long is still to be seen.

 

[Hokage]

Swiss Confederation
Schweizerische Eidgenossenschaft (German)
Confédération Suisse (French)
Confederazione Svizzera (Italian)
Confederaziun Svizra (Romansh)

"Unus pro omnibus, omnes pro uno!"



Turn 2: May 1 to August 31, 1936
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Political
'The Two Political Parties: Opportunities'
The two political parties in Swiss Confederation; Syndikalistische Partei der Schweizer
(the Syndicalists) that is led by Fritz Platter and Reichsfronten Bewegung (the Imperial Nationalists) that is led by Dr. Max Leo Keller have observed the local news, it is seen that the Federal Council are finally breaking its neutrality from the international community and trying to consolidate its absolute power in order the Federal Council to be the sole political power of Switzerland. Most of the Swiss population are mad at the Federal Council because they are trying to be involved in the world politics which is a betrayal of the national ideas. Since at this point, the Federal Council have began losing its popularity which it seen as a great opportunity from the Syndicalists and the Imperial Nationalists.

'Losing the Federal Council's reputation and leadership of Switzerland'
The Federal Council have lose its reputation and its leadership of the country as they have failed the Swiss people. The Federal Council are trying to bring back order but it's too late as the Syndicalists and the Imperial Nationalists have rallied against the government. This was a greatest mistake that the Federal Council faced. One mistake and it's over.

The Federal Council's main objective in this current situation is to bring back order to stop the Syndicalist and imperial nationalist rallies.

Domestic
'Fighting for Switzerland thru Verbal, Influence, and Persuasion'
For the Syndikalistische Partei der Schweizer; they have built their HQ in Neuchâtel. Western Romandy which is near to the French-Swiss border and started preaching its syndicalist ideals to the people which most of its audience are French. This will boost approximately 3,000-6,000 people to join the the Syndicalist party as the syndicalist ideals have spread to the cities of Lausanne and its surrounding areas, that includes the areas north of Neuchâtel (literally that Western Romandy is now under the Syndicalist influence except Geneva) however that spread of ideology is only in Western Romandy as it is bordered the Commune of France to the west, the heartland of International Syndicalism.

However in the other areas of Romandy such in the eastern Romandy, is a really divided eastern region of Romandy as there are supporters of syndicalists and imperial nationalists, as well as the loyal supporters of the Federal Council. Not all French people in Romandy supports syndicalism as some of them support the Reichsfronten Bewegung and the Federal Council. In Geneva, it is the city in Western Romandy if not all of Switzerland that is still loyal to the Federal Council however the Swiss syndicalists are planning to spread its ideals to Geneva soon. There is also syndicalists gaining influence in some parts of southern Switzerland; especially in the southern part of Italian Swiss although the imperial nationalists are fighting for influence over southern Switzerland against the Syndicalists themselves.

For the Reichsfronten Bewegung; they have built their HQ in Zürich, the most populated city in Switzerland. Most of Zurich's inhabitants applied membership of the Reichsfronten Bewegung because of their hatred to the Federal Council's true ambitions to the Switzerland. Dr. Max Leo Keller said to the imperial nationalists and its new supporters that, "The Federal Council is considered a traitor and a shame to this country as they betray the national ideals of Switzerland and are trying to consolidate its rule over the country. And also, we have heard about the Syndicalists who will overthrow great countries and create a disease of syndicalism such as Commune of France, who is our neighbor to the west. Take note that syndicalism quickly spreads like a fucking virus! We, the Reichsfronten Bewegung, will going to restore the right ideals of Switzerland and to defend this nation against syndicalism! For the Swisspeople! For Switzerland!" this speech will surely inspire the Swiss people to believe the ambitions of the Reichsfronten Bewegung and to hate the Federal Council. This will boost 9,000-25,000 people to join the Imperial Nationalist party due to the fact that most of its population are in Central Switzerland and most of them now hates the Federal Council because of their true colors and they believe that the Reichsfronten Bewegung will be the one to restore the right ideals of the Swiss people and to defend Switzerland from the rising syndicalism although the true ambitions of the Reichsfronten Bewegung is unknown and only the high-ranking party members knows the true ambition of the Reichsfronten Bewegung.

The right ideals of Reichsfronten Bewegung quickly spread to the Zurich's surrounding areas due to Dr. Keller's recent speech and its 'disciples' spreading the right ideals. It will soon spread in the entire Switzerland. Central and northern regions of Switzerland are the full supporters of the party. In eastern region of Switzerland, it is divided between the supporters of the Federal Council and the Reichsfronten Bewegung. In southern region of Switzerland, it is divided between the supporters of Syndikalistische Partei der Schweizer and the Reichsfronten Bewegung although the majority of the people in the southern region of Switzerland are supporters of the imperial nationalists. And finally, there is a minimal influence in eastern Romandy as eastern Romandy is the staging battleground between the Syndicalists, imperial nationalists, and the loyal supporters of the Federal Council when it comes to influence.

TLDR
- Western Romandy (except Geneva), some parts of eastern Romandy, and some parts of southern Switzerland are now under Syndicalist influence
- The central region, northern region, half of eastern region, most of southern region and some parts of eastern Romandy are under Imperial Nationalist influence
- Geneva, some parts of eastern Romandy, some parts of southern region and half of the eastern Switzerland are still loyal to the Federal Council
- Dr. Max Leo Keller, leader of the Reichsfronten Bewegung, is able to convince most of the Swiss people to join his cause against the Federal Council's ambitions and the rising Syndicalists.
- Syndicalist protests and Imperial Nationalist protests in Switzerland are imminent.

Industrial
+ At this point, people would have now finish building one civilian factory that is located in central Switzerland (not unless..)

+ Build one military factory that will be located in eastern Switzerland (not unless...)


Military
'Dispatchment'
4 infantry divisions that is well trained and well equipped and 2 mountain infantry divisions is sent to Western Romandy (1 division), Eastern Romandy (1 division), Central Switzerland (1 division), Eastern Switzerland (1 mt. division), and southern Switzerland (1 mt. division) to maintain order in those regions, they would led by Swiss military officers who will led this divisions. They will be also adapting the new military doctrine they learn such as mobile warfare that focus on speed and maneuver to cut off and disorganize enemy forces which it will be useful in the future when things go south with the Syndicalists or the Imperial Nationalists.

'Build two divisions'
Build two infantry divisions with military equipment.

 

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Imperial Russia

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Political and Military

The Tsar's Coronation

In a spectical that is sure to be remembered for years to come Grand Duke Kirill Vladimirovich is crowned in the Kremilin Palace by the Patriarch officially receving the title of Emperor and Autocratic of all Russians. The ceremony was grand with world leaders from all over the world attending and for the first coronation in Russia's history it was broadcast by radio. After the oaths were said and songs sung shouts of long live the Tsar could be heard all over Russia from the darkest lands of Siberia to the bright streets of Moscow. Later on a great ball was held for everyone in attendance and the palace had never been so full. The Tsar wore rather plain clothes for the occasion acting as if he were still in exile and not the leader of the largest nation on Earth and you could mistake the Empress for a peasant.

Towards the end of the ball the Tsar made a number of announcements to the crowd regarding the marriages of his children, first his eldest daughter Maria was to be married to an Ottoman Prince. In different times this would have caused an outcry from the nobility but now they accepted it as if historcal context did not exist. Second, his youngest daughter Kira was too be married to King Edward VIII a move that many thought reasonable. Finally and most controversially the Tsesarevich Vladimir was too be married not for political gain but for love to a peasant Ukrainian girl whom he had met in exile. Whilst the nobility grumbled the citizens outside the palace were delighted with the announcement.

Finally a call is put out to disgruntled German Generals and Admirals forced out of their jobs by the Kaiser, come fight for the Tsar and you will be given titles befittng your rank in service to a monarch that will actually appreciate them.

As the night ended an explosion rocked the palace from what appeared to be an artillery shell, most dignitaries had left or were asleep at the time. The shell had been fired by a Syndicalist agitator who seized an artillery piece from the Moscow guard before turning it against the Kremlin. After being apprehended he shouted his loyalty to Bukharin before biting on a cyanide pill. The Tsar did not know it at the time but the first death of the 2nd Russian Civil War had just occurred.

The Second Russian Civil War

The first the Tsar heard of Bukharin’s declaration was when he received word that St Petersburg had fallen and that his brother Andrei, in the Winter Palace at the time fought against the revolutionaries to his last breath commanding the few loyalist garrson members left. Andrei would later be made a St by the Patriarch much like his cousin Nicholas II who was executed by the Bolsheviks almost 20 years ago. After hearing about this reports say that the Tsar wept for his brother before rising and putting on his military regalia. He would command the armies against these traitors and destroy them once and for all and when Bukharin was dragged before him in chains the debt would be paid in full. In the Tsar's mind this was now a war of annihilation, either he or Bukharin would stand alive at the end but not both.

In an effort to stamp out revolution the Tsar also tries to offer an olive branch to the people, the military will henceforth be a creature of merit not nobility and the notion of buying officers commissons will be no more.

Army Movements

After talking with his Generals and Field Marshal Wrangel it was discerned that the war would be hard fought but entirely winnable, with only a 10 Division border defence against the Transamur state the entire Russian army all 60 Divisions would be part of what Marshal Denekin coined the "Tsar's Iron Fist" . This involved a massive front line push from the entire army not letting up for a second against the revolutionaries, It is hoped that this grand offensive will break the untrained peasant masses now demoralised by the French announceent that made up Bukharins lap dogs. The Soviets lack of an Airforce is also a great boon with Russian planes being used to bomb and harras the enemy.

Death Incarnate

Elite Operatives are also to be sent undercover as pro Soviet peasants, their task is to eliminate the Soviet leadership and cripple their command structure and morale. To further this mission a bounty is placed on all known leadership figures and this is in hopes that soldiers and peasants will turn on Bukharin for said bounty.

Doomed to failure

Finally a military delegation is sent under a white flag to negotiate with Bukharin, if he puts down his arms he and his closest advisors shall be allowed to leave for France unmolested. The Tsar does not expect this to succed but it is worth trying.

Economy and Industry

Black Monday Reforms

Black Monday hit Russia hard, Business's were forced to close and factories ground to a halt. The Tsar's solution was simple, cut off all economic ties with the German Empire and her allies so that Russia is no longer dependent on the Berlin Stock Market. Key industries begin nationalisation and that includes foreign businesses as well with the latter assets being sold off to Russian business men. The government and the Tsar himself subsidise those industries hit particularly hard in an effort to negate some of the impending damage and unprofitable factories are too remain open so unemployment become manageable.

The Tsar has also chosen to rely on Village Communes for the vast land that is Russia, after all he can't manage it all by himself. This will provide stronger and DEMOCRATIC local governance to the nation with these Communes being elected by the people. It hoped that this will allow each individual area of Russia to deal with Black Monday as befits said area thus allowing a quicker reaction to the crisis.

The Russian Restoration Project

Even with the crisis the project continues as normal with more civilian factories being built in the Moscow area. It is hoped that this will attract even more people to the city turning it into one of the biggest cities in the world

Military Factories

With research completed the Russian Empire will now start using its steel to produce tanks, it is hoped that by the end of the 4 months quarter tank divisions can start rolling off the line.



Operation White Grasp
Operation Horses Grapple