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World In Flames

1933

The Reboot!


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Prologue

 

12 years ago, the War to End all Wars officially concluded with the Treaty of Versailles. However its name was far from misleading. Its end only brought about more bloodshed than ever before. The great empires of Europe had been exhausted and depleted from the fighting, drained of much of their strength; Their public weary of war. Coupled with the extreme economic downturn of the 1920s, the world was plunged into chaos.

 

In China, the disintegration had long preceded the conclusion of the Great War. Following the death of Yuan Shikai in 1916, the country was torn apart by competing warlords and political movements. In the north the Fengtian Clique makes massive gain, against both what remains of the central government, as well as Communist guerillas based in Taiyuan. In the south, the government loses ever more influence as the warlords of Guangxi, Fujian, and Jiangsu tighten their grip on the more industrial and developed region of the country.

 

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In The United States, extreme economic hardships brought on by the Great Depression bred radicalism and contempt for the government, this came to a head in October of 1930 when radical communist, syndicalist, and socialist rebels stormed the capital in Washington DC. Though the rebellion had little sustenance, it prompted a chain reaction that rippled through much of the industrial north and rustbelt. In a matter of months, the rebels had dealt devastating defeats to demoralized and disheartened federal troops. With faith in the federal government eroding rapidly, southern and west coast states systematically broke off from the failing government. Though on the verge of collapse, the rebel onslaught was eventually halted at the Mississippi and a stalemate set in. After roughly 2 years of fighting, a shaky peace sets in across the former United States.


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In Europe a new ideology rises across the former central powers. Sweden, after being robbed of honor and territory during the Great War is toppled, a fascist dictatorship taking its place. Italy, Hungary, and Germany are no exceptions either; as all three see rise in similar regimes. The Balkans too remain ever heated, as Austrian and Hungarian claims to the old empire remain ever prevalent and their bitter rivalry continues. The British isles are engulfed in chaos, similar to that of the United States as Ireland and Scotland declare separation from the Empire amidst extreme hardship. Their rebellions have proved relatively successful, the Irish have liberated all but a few ports, where only the might of the Royal Navy cements British influence. Scottish forces to have pushed past their own boundaries, dealing a series of surprising defeats to the British.  

 

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In The Middle East tensions rise, an Egyptian revolt forces the British out of the suez and much of the province itself. The Empire in scrambles can do little at present to stop it. In Ottoman Arabia, the decaying Empire’s grip continues to loosen as independence, and Arabian nationalists threaten to boot the Turks from the region entirely.


Chapter I: The Clouds Gather

Going into the new year

 

The British Empire:

The pressure of economic hardships brought on by the Great Depression has pushed the long dominant British Empire to its edge. Even the vast wealth of the colonies cannot blunt the damage. The British Isles are where this is felt the hardest. Though recent economic trends show that the worst is behind them, the Scottish and Irish are still in stalwart rebellion! All while the average man suffers from hunger and unemployment.

 

Despite all of this, British military might is no less formidable. With chaos in the Americas, the British are left as the sole and undisputed global naval power. Truly, Britannia rules the waves! On land, the British Army is still at its core a hardened and elite force, though it is overwhelmed with conscripts and volunteers in recent years.. Mechanization in the army is also rather lacking, and tanks are far and few between.

 

The German Reich:

With the ascension to Adolf Hitler to the Chancellorship, he has spent no time putting the suffering German economy to work. The unemployed are now sent to factories where ‘tractors’ and ‘convoys’ are pumped out on an industrial scale. Though the effects of the Depression are slowly being overturned, the country is far from where the leadership deems ‘ready’

 

The German Wehrmacht continues its massive expansion programs, despite the Treaty of Versailles. Though It is far from ready for any war, it shows promise. Interesting and new doctrine shows even more. The army also has new and interesting levels of mechanization, with new and advanced tank as well as armored personnel carriers debuting this year.

 

Svenska Riket:

The transition of power to the new fascist government in the previous years had been nearly bloodless. The people, ashamed of their countries performance in the previous war, and scorned by the treaty of Versailles, were in full support of the rhetoric spewed out by the new regime!

 

Economic and military reforms had also seen the country nearly untouched by the Depression, making her the envy of her neighbors, and an ever tempting lure to other Scandinavians. Naval buildup and the modernization of Svierge-class battleships had also established the fledgling regime as a premier naval power in the Baltic, on par with or even exceeding the German Kriegsmarine. On the ground, the Swedish army had swelled far larger in size than any of her neighbors, though the military complex was in little position to support it.

 

Hungary:

The previous decades had not been kind to the Hungarians, a defeat in the Great War, and the dissolution of her Empire had left many scorn. Further more so as the Austrians continued to gobble up more and more of it in, first in Dalmatia and Bohemia, next in the establishment of a puppet regime in Slovakia. The Hungarians were sorely losing the race to re consolidate the Empire…

 

Kingdom of Sicily:

Fed up with the authoritarian nature of Mussolini’s rule, the Kingdom of Sicily finds herself in an interesting position. Her ground forces, though better trained and equipped at present will find themselves in trouble should a long protracted war set in, as the areas controlled currently lacks much of the capabilities to sustain the army.

 

Sultanate of Egypt:

The Sultanate currently sits in a period of prosperity, with the British firmly booted from the province, and control of the Suez established, the wealth of Egypt and commerce flows into the Sultan’s treasury. All of this and a population dedicated, even radical for their Sultan, a relatively modern and veteran army sculpts Egypt into a formidable enemy to anyone who might wish to oppose them.

 

Empire of Japan:

With the chaos in America, the Empire of the Rising Sun finds itself in a strong position. It’s greatest threat to East Asian supremacy in turmoil. The civil war in China presenting many opportunities for Imperial expansion. At present, the Empire is undisputed in its prevalence over the continent, how it will use this influence and power remains to be seen.

 

The extreme independence and autonomy of the various branches of the Japanese Armed Forces is both a strength and a weakness. On one hand, it allows them to take the initiative and enact crucial reforms, on the other, the divisions also lead to inter branch rivalry and the hoarding of valuable war material from the other.

 

Norway:

After its victories in the Great War, and the acquisition of land lost to the Swedish ages ago, the country had entered a period of relative stagnation. The Great Depression had hit the country with a blunted blade, and thus the fallout was not nearly as devastating as it was elsewhere. However, the Norwegian armed forces were far from up to date, mostly stagnant from the Great War. Despite all this, the splendour of victory remained, and faith in the current regime and ruling party was better than ever!

 

Austria:

Unlike her Hungarian counterpart, the Austrians had been experiencing a series of successes in the previous years. First the industrial and mineral rich areas of Bohemia were captured, then the Dalmatian coast. In recent news, the establishment of a puppet-regime in Slovakia has pushed Austria one step closer to reuniting the Empire. Austria’s armed forces at present are fairly modern and fairly mechanized, despite their small size. They boast premier tank forces designed and maintained by Skoda works, based in Bohemia. However Austria’s small population heavily restricts the size of her armed forces, and could be seen as one of her biggest  shortcomings.

 

Zhili Clique

Composed of some of the largest and best equipped sections of the former Beiyang army, the Zhili Clique holds its iron grip on Beijing and the surrounding areas. Support from western business and corporations also helps to pay the bills and arm the men. However this does not alleviate them from their current crisis. The staunch anti-communist, anti-Japanese power finds itself surrounded on most sides. The Fengtian army bearing down from the north, the People’s Liberation Army ever ready in the west, and the shadow of the Japanese looming over it all.

 

United Syndicates of America
Since the start of the Revolution nearly 3 years ago, the United Syndicates have been in an almost constant state of war. The deadly conflict against the Federal government had left thousands dead, cities scorched, and infrastructure in ruins. Apart from the east coast and New England, the heartlands of the new nation, much of the Rustbelt and great lake states were in ruins. Furthermore, loyalist guerrillas and insurgents still operated within these states, making the Syndicates hold on them shaky at best.

On land, the Syndicate’s military is the largest in north america, however that does not speak much for its quality. The army is largely composed of poorly trained, conscript-esc troops equipped with outdated weaponry and led by questionably experienced officers. At sea, the nation’s navy is one of the biggest, after commandeering much of the Federal Atlantic squadron, though it suffers from the same problems as the army.

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Svenska Riket

 

A swirl of intrigue surrounds the now burgeoning Swedish capital of Stockholm. Ever since the glorious revolution of the Nordic master race. This super power Human ethnic class has since focused on the revered city of Stockholm. It is from hear the government rules, the navy bases, and the army trains. It is also here where power resides. When orders come, it is issued with the insignia of the City stamp. Every month tourist come, or people come to live and work. And at the head of it all is King Oscar Gustaf Adolf V. The nationalist party had chosen to rally behind their monarch as a strong head of state. Ever an enemy of the liberals, the King was only too happy to oblige. By now he was in total power, after several consolidations and purges. Even now his underlings further the Empire’s power....

 

*Prime Minister Knut Hjalmar Leonard Hammarskjöld and Sweden’s top General, Karlsson Fauchex walk side by side down a dimly lit corridor. Underneath the palace, they were in one of the Empire’s most secure locations. They were going to check up on the Empire’s newest secret weapon. This particular weapon had a truly devious and deadly potential. The pass by rooms of people being interviewed, and casted. Everywhere cameras are recording small bits and pieces of propaganda. And then they reach the control room. It is here that the Swedish Empire broadcast it’s fiery rhetoric. Using their new radio network, the Nordic Master race and Swedish Empire is praised to the heavens. By now censorship and state press dominated. Swedish radio is now prepared to be broadcasted to her neighbors as well. By way of radio and TV, this odious rhetoric is seeping to many homes.

 

*Sweden’s primary target will be the faded glory of the Danish state. They too had been humiliated in the Great War. However unlike Sweden, they had stagnated. The army, navy, and air force was outdated. Their limited and democratic monarchy was also outdated. All in all, the state was in a sorry spot. Capitalizing on this, pro Swedish Radio, and Propaganda, pour into Denmark. The government also starts to privately help fund/arm Fascist groups in Denmark

 

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**But Kings and Radio is not the only thing that is burgeoning in the Empire. The status of the armed forces was a point of pride for the dominate Nationalist party. The army was large, and the navy larger. However with all this force came some serious concerns. Sweden’s industrial complex was by no means up to par. To alleviate this, the Nords establish a solid trade deal with the Germans. Extremely valuable Swedish Iron will be harvested and shipped south to the growing German war machine. In return manufactured goods will come back up. For now Sweden will focus on acquiring regular German infantry equipment and small arms. She will also begin to start developing her home industry up to a German standard, with their help.

 

***Paired with this is the growing need for a stronger Officer Corp. The royal Cabinet will personally take to recruiting and forming a new NCO caste. Picking generally younger students, they seek pure Nords/Scandanavians above all else. This ethnically dominant, young, and zealous, officer corp will form the beginning of the backbone for Swedish armed forces. Paired with this the top 40k Swedish soilders will be formed into the ‘Regular’ Corps. These men will receive German training and armament first, and be the armed force that is ready to deploy. The rest of Sweden’s army will stick to more reservist attitudes. 

 

****In more naval terms, Sweden accepts training from German kriegsmarine. Sweden’s navy though strong, will now focus on having a full time naval force. Work goes into training a proper officer and sergeant caste for the navy. Their experience and training will trickle down to the regulars. Alongside this is Sweden’s new naval plan announcement. In an attempt to match herself to her neighbors, Sweden will build a new string of ships. Three Heavy Cruisers are laid down in the ship yards for construction. 

 

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*****Sweden also starts preliminary work into her fledgling air force. Her fighter and bomber squadrons while lack lustre were for now effective. However a new concept of war is being fully embraced. The paratrooper. If at all possible Sweden will acquire transport planes to form a dedicated paratrooper corp. And realizing her lack of planes, she will also resort to gliders.

 

Extra; The King also endorses a new ‘Nordic Youth’ program. Schools across Sweden are heavily restricted in certain areas. A pro Sweden and Nord rhetoric will be taught in schools. They will learn of the true glory of Sweden, and to serve the government above all else. Nordic youths aged 16-18 will also join the more militaristic youth programs. For a month in the summer, and two in the winter, they will train with Reserve units. They will learn to use rifles, and survive in Nordic climates. This will ensure the next generation will have a firm grasp on military tactics. 

 

Sweden also begins looking into tapping into half of it's power; women. Manpower was a seriously critical concern amongst the Empire. With the youth gearing towards recruitment now, they also needed to work on the women citizenry. The government will pass laws giving women more working rights in the factories. This will help the women work, and help take up jobs to free men for recruitment. Women will also now be allowed to try and apply for the army.

 

Actions

 

*Propaganda takes to the Radio and TV! Swedish rhetoric begins to spread to her neighbors via radio broadcast.

 

**Arming Swedish Regulars via Iron Deal/Growing Home Industry.

 

***Forming Nordic Officer Corp, Reforming Army.

 

****German training of Naval Officers/Laying 3 Heavy Cruisers for building. 

 

*****Research into Gliders/Paratroopers.

 

Extras; Nordic Youth, Nordic Women.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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THE KINGDOM OF HUNGARY

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MIKLOS HORTHY: JÓ VAGY ROSSZ?

(Miklos Horthy: Good or Bad?)

 

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With reunited heads of state and the King’s presence, Miklos Horthy is said to be putting to action plans for making Hungary the once-great state it had been and shall be again. Meeting with His Majesty, Charles IV, the General of the Army, Kóvacs Soma and Head of Propaganda, Juhász Raimund, the following has been publicly announced to be decided, regarding the present situation with Austria…

 

  • All Austrian citizens are to be deported and considered persona non grata within Hungarian soil. The reconsolidation of the Hungarian people and the Kingdom shan’t be done with the claws of the Austrians on us.


 

AZ ÁTSZERVEZÉSI TÖRVÉNY

(The Reorganization Act)

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(Militants of the Hungarian ‘Black Shirts’ of the Arrow Cross Party march through Budapest)

 

In other notes, the Hungarian government has decided to release the REORGANIZATION ACT, regarding social standings, public laws and the making of new laws.

 

A summary of this act was released to the public, though not in full;

 

  • Any and all jewish citizens of Hungary must identify themselves at official government buildings at once. Any man within the ages of 18 to 45 shall be conscripted into the Hungarian army. Any woman within the ages of 18 to 45 shall be drafted unto non-combatant positions (cooks, nurses, etc).
  • A nation-wide curfew shall be done after the end of the set date for the identification and any jews found to have not been identified shall be forcefully conscripted and assigned sapper roles and will lack a salary.

 

All Hungarian men within the ages of 18 to 45 must present themselves at the local enlistment post to pass a mandatory 2 year training camp. Those who’re public workers are not required (public hospitals, schools, etc.)


 

INTERNATIONAL ACTS

 

AZ AUSZTRIAI SZÁMÁRA

(To the Austrians)

 

On an official government note, Regent Horthy released a statement towards the vile Austrians, stating;

 

“The Austrian aggression and advancement closer and closer upon Hungary shan’t be looked over. Hungary will not stand any more threatening actions or daring acts from the Austrians and will retaliate should the need arise.”

 

With that, Regent Horthy made Hungary’s position quite explicit in relation to the Austro-Hungarian rivalry.

 

KÉRJÜK

(An Invite)

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An invite is sent to the German head of state, Adolf Hitler, to cordially invite him for a meeting with Regent Horthy to discuss matters of alliance and war.

 

MILITÁLIS INTÉZKEDÉSEK

MIlitary Actions

 

KOVACS: NEM SZÜKSÉGEN!

(Kóvacs: We shall not stand idle!)

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With the strong tensions arising in Europa and the rising, bitter rivalry with Austria, General Kóvacs Soma has informed the media that the Hungarian army is as strong as it’s ever been, though he has promised renovations and development of new technology. For the creation of such, Soma announced the creation of the Department of Bellic Science and Development (DBSD, Bellic Tudomány és Fejlesztés Tanszék (BTFT)) and the appointment of Doctor Lengyel Gyorgÿ as Head of Department, with the first project being the development of prototypes for a new and improved land assault vehicle, nicknamed “Project Pécs”, as the main place of production and manufacturing is being constructed in the city of Pécs, as well as Budapest, Szeged and Miskolc.

 

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(A rough sketch of the tank’s intended result)

 

HATÁRIDŐK: VAGY NYITOTT?

(Borders: Sealed or Open?)

 

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(Border inspection troops marching along the border of Romania)

 

With the announcement of the deportation of all Austrian citizens, General Soma and Regent Horthy have declared a lockdown of the Austro-Hungarian border and a strengthening of the vigilance in all of the other border, including Romania’s.

 

On an official note, General Soma stated that ‘Romania remains a close friend of Hungary, though they must understand that this is for the good of our country.’

 

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Spoiler

 

TL;DR

Austrians deportated and unwelcome. (MOD)

Jews’re drafted into the army forcefully if not presenting themselves, and not forced if they’re over 45 or under 18. (MOD)

An official statement is sent to Austria. (Austria)

Adolf Hitler is invited to Budapest (Germany)

The Department of Bellic Science and Development is created and Project Pecs goes underway (MOD)

The borders with Austria are sealed and all the others are under heavy vigilance. (MOD)

 

 

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Deutsches Reich

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der Führer

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With the aftermath of the Reichstag Fire Decree, and the enabling Act Adolf Hitler, who many see as the Savior of Germany is now the Sole Leader of the Nation and its people.

 

Following this Hitler enacts many new laws and sets about fixing the economy of the country, and reorganizing and rearming its armed forces, renamed the Wehrmacht. Previously the Weimar had basically a band of Militias as its army, but now  they would all come together as one, loyal to the Führer. Along with the formation of the Gestapo, und major expansion Hitler Youth.


 

die jüdische Frage!

 

Die Juden, the filth who are responsible for the loss of the great war, and the humiliation of the entire German people. Their time had come to be expunged from Europe. A number of laws are passed restricting Jews freedom, all Jewish owned businesses are to be clearly labeled so the German Volk may steer clear.

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(One such sign)

 

Furthermore many Kosher Rituals such as Shechita are outlawed. And the first concentration camp at Dachau is opened up. Also of equal Importance to the Reich, the Legalization of sterilization of unwanted peoples is put into effect. In time they will be either all rounded up and deported, or sent to camps, but this is only the beginning. And in Silesia and East Prussia large amounts of Jews and Poles are deported. An act is enacted in all Prussian states that directs all Poles and Jews to be gotten rid of IN SECRET, and in East Prussia and Silesia extreme Germanization of these provinces is put into practice, with the goal of completely germanizing the Poles, or deporting them back to Poland, Though Polish Jews in the Reich will be harassed even more than ‘German’ Jews.

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Expansion of the Hitlerjugend and other Programs

Participation in the Hitlerjugend is heavily emphasized and promoted also in the League of German Girls. Along with allowing sterilization of people with defects and disorders the Law for the Prevention of Hereditarily Diseased Offspring is introduced. And all healthy women are encouraged to start families and have many children for the future of the Reich. And mass propaganda is distributed encouraging Aryans to have kids with other Aryans.

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Branchenwachstum

 

Industry is very important, and the economy of Germany has been suffering hugely in the last 20 years. Hitler spends much effort improving and encouraging Industrial growth, and creates partnerships with many many leading German businesses who support the regime. And construction of the Reichsautobahn begins! Industry and the war machine grow!

 

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Militär


 

The Army is around a 1,000,000 men strong, but the Führer has asked for 4,000,000. Mass Recruitment drives are started and aims to finish recruitment by 1937-1938. plus 30,000 in the SS-Verfügungstruppe, 400,000 in the Luftwaffe (Air Force) and 50,000 in the Kriegsmarine.

 

Development of the Panzer III continues and is heavily funded along with other armored vehicles.


 

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Innen- und Außenpolitik

 

Hitler receives Horthy’s invitation and accepts it.

Sweden and Germany start working together, military officers are sent to teach the Swedish generals on warfare.



 

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Aktionen

 

  • Recruitment drive with goal of recruiting 3 million men for the Wehrmacht by 1937-38 starts

  • Population growth massively encouraged

  • Beginning of Jewish persecution & Germanization of Poles in Silesia and East Prussia

  • Expansion of Hitler youth

  • Industrial growth heavily emphasized & Reichsautobahn begins construction

  • 30k men in the SS, 400k men in Luftwaffe, and 50k in Kriegsmarine by 1937-1938.

  • Development of the Panzer III Tank continues.  


 

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British Empire
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Rule Britannia, Britannia rule the waves! And rule the waves she did. But ruling on land was an entirely different story nowadays. The Great Depression had hit the global superpower hard and as a result of which, trouble had arisen on the homefront. The Scots and the Irish had revolted and risen up for independence. Many people put the blame on George V, who had been unable to prevent this from happening…

The Joint Motion. 19th of January. Westminster:
The parliament in Westminster was a mess to say the least, worse than the most furious Brexit debate. The MP’s were trying to discuss what course they should take from here onward. The questioning of George the fifth’s rulership was a hot topic in the discussion, as many looked to him for order and support in these dire times, which he didn’t provide sufficiently. As tensions arose and the Speaker of the House, Edward Fitzroy called a break, MP’s left the House in grave annoyance. Various smaller discussions broke out in the hallways, and amidst the chaos, a few MP’s from multiple parties slipped into a backroom to talk. Most notably, these included: Winston Churchill, member of the conservative party, Father of the House David Lloyd George of the Liberal party and Sir Oswald Mosley of the British Union of Fascists.

Later that day, once MP’s had once again gathered in the House of Commons, it was these three men that put forth a joint motion: A vote of no confidence in George V and a demand for his abdication and replacement by Edward VIII as well as a vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald.

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British Army, RAF and Royal Navy:

While the men in Westminster were trying to get things under control again, the British Armed forces worked hard to contain the problems for now. Men were deployed to halt the Scottish advance and heavily arm the border to make sure the Scots would be in no position to keep pushing. Marines were sent to help in holding the last held ports in Ireland.

Meanwhile, the RAF would combat any Scottish or Irish planes that dared taking to the skies, and the Royal Navy issued a full blockade of the rebellious celts, they would receive no more supplies. Furthermore, these ships were to harass the coasts with naval artillery bombardments on fortified positions and cities. The threat would be contained.

Colonial troops were called to service from the Raj, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, South Africa and Rhodesia, to be sent to the Sudan in the effort to reinforce the British defenses against the Egyptian rebels and attempt to halt an Egyptian advance. The Royal Navy mediterranean squadron was also called in to attempt a blockade against the Egyptians, sever their supplies and harass Egyptian ports, namely Port Said. A rumor spread amongst these men, that a million british pounds were promised to the crew that managed to put a hole in the Egyptian battleship and make it sink. As the focus for the Royal Navy laid on the Suez Canal, the fight against the Egyptians soon became known as The Suez Crisis.

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Actions:


-Vote of no confidence against George V and Ramsay MacDonald.

-Containment of Scottish and Irish armies and blockading & harassment of their coasts.

-Initiation of the Suez Crisis: BEF called in to defend Sudan and Mediterranean Squadron of Royal Navy called in to oppose Egyptian fleet and attempt on breaking defenses of Suez Canal.



 

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Empire of Japan

 

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Overview 1933

 

The Empire of Japan had sat still since the end of the Great War consolidating the many gains it had made throughout the conflict, even if they were but Islands in the pacific they were former European territory and it gave many pride in Japan although others believe the cost outweigh the gains. The Taisho Era had also ended within this current period of time rising with the Shōwa period and ascension of Hirohito the Emperor of Japan, descendent of the Sun Goddess herself. The Americans had collapsed in on themselves, showing the horrors of Republicanism and allowing too much democracy in such a decadent culture and the Imperial Throne, Civil Government and Military Branches were quick to ensure such foolish notions would not spread to their own people.

 

However with the world order rapidly changing it gave Japan another opportunity in history to rise in its economic, industrial and imperial prestige. The Chaos in the Americas proved to be most fortuitous for the burgeoning power in the East, with the collapse of the consumer manufacturing base it was time for the Japanese take full advantage of its own rapidly growing industrial base and to offer certain high skilled Americans asylum in the Country as a type of second Meiji Restoration to encourage more modernisation in the economy and industrial base and how the Japanese urban cities are structured. There was also ample opportunity to seize holdings in the pacific that were otherwise left undefended by a disputed Government in the Americas.

 

Economic Actions

 

The Japanese would enact an ambitious plan of modernisation of the economy seeking to diversify into a lot of large scale manufacturing and financial services. Encouraging and guiding its Zaibatsus (Large Corporate Conglomerates) to expand and seeking to export around the relevant consumer goods markets in the Americas, Europe and so on. (Mod)

 

Economic Experts from the fields of banking, manufacturing and such would be offered asylum in Japan from North America as the civil war stalled and the former nation fragmented, they’d be offered very generous compensation in return for their expert opinions in how to maintain a market system of economy. (Mod)

 

Diplomatic Actions

 

The Fengtian would be covertly offered support from the Empire of Japan, seeking to befriend this Monarchist faction early on in the civil war to stand as a bulwark against Republicanism. (Mod)

 

The Pacific States of America are offered an agreement of trade and at present recognition of their status as an independent nation. (Mod)

 

Military Actions

 

The Army and Navy are instructed by the Civil Government at the behest of the Imperial throne to begin planning out an invasion of the Philippine Islands, gathering intelligence to build a sufficient force to commence an invasion within the year or on the following year if further preparation is needed. Though obviously this would not be public information (Mod)

 

The Imperial Navy is given priority at this time to expand its Destroyers and Cruiser numbers for the next two years as a period of Naval Expansion for two years. (Mod)

 

The Army is promised resources to research a tank project once the Philippines is secured.

 

Research

 

The Imperial Japanese Air Force would be given funding to research into better fighters, typically their resources don’t compete with the Army and Navy due to the lacking steel as much. (Mod)

 

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The Kingdom of Sicily, Naples and Sardinia

(Kingdom of Two Sicilies)

 

The Sicilian War of Independance

 

The people of southern Italy were tired of the way the Italian government had treated them, the country side remained rural and decadent while the Northern states of the nation had enjoyed high industrialization while the southern was neglected. No longer would they be subservient to Rome, it was time for those people to forge their own destiny, away from foreign wars like the Great War which had led to so many families losing sons, brothers, fathers; all for naught but a few border territories none of which benefited the people of the south. With the rise of Mussolini and his authoritarian policies, the people of Southern Italy had had enough; led by Ferninando III de Bourbone, nephew of the last King of Two Sicilies before they were conquered by the House of Savoy almost a century ago, Sicily, Naples and Sardinia shall be free!

 

Economic Actions

 

The economy would be mobilized for war with the Italians, the rural economy of the south would be modernized as well to combat the far more industrialised northern states of Italy. Deals would be made covertly with the infamous mafia to secure their support. (MOD)

 

Diplomatic Actions

 

The Sicilian government, based in Palermo, would make an appeal to the League of Nations condemning Italian aggression on the Sicilian right for Self Determination and ask for intervention; or at the very least sanctions on the nation. 

 

Military Actions

 

The Two Sicilies national army would be mobilized for war, it would be utilized in securing key defensive areas in Italian territory to prepare for the upcoming war of attrition, once they meet Italian troops they would dig in defensively. The navy is used for defensive purposes since due to lack of numbers compared to the better equipped Italian navy any offensive measures would be simply unfeasible. 

 

Research

 

Research would be conducted into mountain warfare to better defend the fledging state.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The Hungarian Problem

As the Hungarians have seen fit to throw Austrian citizens out of their homes, Austria receives its refugees with open arms, intending to settle them in government-funded housing as soon as can possibly be done.  Austrian Intelligence questions a few on the state of things in Hungary as well, in order to determine the quality of life for all its citizens, as well as any other potentially pertinent information. (MOD)

 

In response to the Hungarian message, the Austrian Empire replied;

“If you do not wish to stand for it you may sit.  Cease your current actions against the Austrian people or it may come to that.” (HUNGARY)

 

As the Hungarians lock down the border, the Austrian military does likewise.  “It is our hope that the Crown Regent and other Hungarian officials may yet see reason,” Kaiser Otto von Habsburg noted. (MOD)

 

On the matter of the Jews, the Austrian government made clear through its newspapers that any who wish to depart Hungary may find the same lodgings as the Austrian citizens. (MOD)


 

Advances in Military Technology

As tensions build, the Austrian crown sees it a worthy enterprise to begin focusing efforts into pioneering the latest in artillery, seeking to bring it up to the standard of the Austrian tanks.  New designs are created and scrapped, until Austrian command finds those acceptable to them. (MOD)


 

Wartime Economy

As tensions build with Hungary, the government reluctantly switches to a wartime economy, having its Bohemian factories produce the fine Austrian tanks they are famous for in greater numbers. (MOD)

 

In order to ensure that funds for these endeavors are secured, the Austrian government decreases funding for the Imperial Navy.  Admiral von Trapp is reportedly displeased with this. (MOD)


 

Diplomacy

In response to the Hungarian invitation to German Chancellor Adolf Hitler, the Austrian government likewise sends word to the French and British governments that they would gladly host their dignitaries in a meeting to discuss both the current rumors of what King Edward has stated, hopefully putting them to rest, and discussing the current state of Europe. (FRANCE, BRITAIN)


 

Summary

Finding accommodations for any fleeing from Hungary, find out what info they hold. (MOD)

Offer sanctuary to Jewish Hungarians. (MOD)

A reply was issued to the Hungarian missive.

Austrian military technology attempts to improve the current artillery designs (MOD)

The Austrian Empire switches to a wartime economy in order to produce more tanks, defunding the navy in order to do so. (MOD)

The Austrian government invites British and French dignitaries to Vienna.

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Post-War Blues

 

Though on the winning side of Great War, Norway’s ‘victory’ in the conflict was more akin to survival than triumph. The Great Depression, though lacking the strong punch that characterized it in less-fortunate nations, has drawn attention to the lacking Norwegian economy and military. With the meteoric rise of the neighbouring Sweden, the future of Norway’s role in Scandinavia rests on the shoulders of King Haakon VII. Though he had previously relegated most of his extensive powers to the Storting, the situation has demanded the aged monarch to use the powers granted to him, and lead his country to a bright future.


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King Haakon VII


 

 

A Bitterswede Outlook

 

The rising power in not just the region, but the world, Sweden, is on the mind of every Norwegian citizen. Their involvement in Danish affairs suggests Pan-Nordic ideals that would align with the reigning nationalist party there. Though no lover of Pan-Nordicism himself, King Haakon still sees the value of having Sweden as an ally in the region. A delegation spearheaded by Crown Prince Olav seeks to meet with the Swedes to discuss the new Swedish government, the future of Scandinavia, and their investment into Denmark.

 

A second mission is sent to Finland, led by the king’s brother Prince Gustav. The details of the mission are currently unknown.

 

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Crown Prince Olav


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Prince Gustav, the King’s Brother

 

 

 

“We’ve Got To Have Money…”

 

Though not quite woeful, the state of the Norwegian economy is less than desirable. With the powers vested to him by the Storting, King Haakon seeks to increase the government’s role in the state’s economy:

 

  • Norsk Hydro is subsidized by the government to begin light metal production. King Haarkon invests the required funds to construct a magnesium carbonate plant in Herøya, an aluminum plant in Glomfjord, and an magnesium plant at Karmøy.

  • By order of King Haakon a new ministry has been founded, the Norwegian Ministry of Energy. The new Ministry of Energy has been tasked with researching the viability of investing into hydroelectric power, wind power, offshore wind power, and wave power.

  • King Haakon has also asserted Norway’s rights over the natural resources in its sector of the North Sea and the Norwegian Sea. He has tasked the Ministry of Energy to make preparations to begin offshore drilling in these two regions.

  • King Haakon encourages his citizens to join the promising shipping, whaling, and manufacturing sectors of the economy.

  • The construction of dry docks in Stavanger, Aram, and Ulstein begins. The Ulstein Group is subsidized to build ships, namely submarines, destroyers, light cruisers, and heavy cruisers, for the Norwegian Naval Forces.

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A glimpse at Norway’s promising shipping industry in the city of Bergen.

 

 

 

No Vikings Here

 

Though his emphasis has not been on the military as much as the economy, King Haakon still realizes the need to have a modern, well-trained military. Knowing that Norway will always have a want for manpower, the king’s efforts have mainly been directed at the sea, where Norway has had a history of success. Modernization of the Norwegian Navy has begun, and new ships are being constructed. Young Norwegian men are encouraged to join the navy, and the recruiters for the Royal Norwegian Naval Academy visit schools, looking for bright young men to become future officers.

 

Although the navy has received much of the king’s attention, the army has not been neglected. King Haakon has done away with the national militia system made in 1920, instead opting for compulsory military service for a minimum of two years starting at age 18 for all men. Upon completion of their service, these men are made reserves for their respective branch of the military.

 

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Norwegian recruits conducting fall training.
 

 

 

Summary/Actions

 

A diplomatic mission led by Crown Prince Olav is sent to Sweden. [Sweden]

 

A diplomatic mission led by Prince Gustav is sent to Finland. [Mod]

 

Norsk Hydro is subsidized to begin light metal production. [Mod]

 

The Norwegian Ministry of Energy begins research on the viability of using hydroelectric power, wind power, offshore wind power, and wave power. [Mod]

 

King Haakon asserts Norway’s sovereign rights to resources in the North Sea and the Norwegian Sea. The Ministry of Energy is tasked with offshore drilling for oil. [Mod]

 

The Ulstein Group is subsidized to begin ship production for the Royal Norwegian Navy. To aid them, dry docks are to be constructed in Stavanger, Alam, and Ulstein. [Mod]

 

The army begins a massive recruitment drive, hoping to double the number of their active soldiers. [Mod]

 

The national militia system is disbanded for compulsory military service for two years, followed by lifetime service in the reserve forces.

 

Young men are encouraged to join the navy.

 

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SULTANATE OF EGYPT

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ALLAH’S CHOSEN

Alhamdulillah! The British Empire, if it can even be called that, had failed to keep it’s terrible grip over the dedicated people of Egypt. With the Empire busy dealing with the multitude of other threats, closer to home, the Egyptians, hardened by the horrors of the first World War, were quick to adapt and take advantage. A widespread revolt, bolstered by modernized Egyptian soldiers, and a mix of civilian guerilla warfare, forced the British out of home territory. Soon after, soldiers take to the streets calling the name of the Sultan: Fuad the First. Not all is well within Allah’s domain, however! It would take a fool to think that the British, would lie like they dogs they are. No, the revolution may have been over, but war has just begun! 

 

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WORD OF THE SULTAN

The battle for independence had been hard and well fought, for the burgeoning nation. But they were not to rest on their laurels. While the streets of Cairo were draped with the red flags of the Sultanate, and the air filled with the name of Fuad, the Sultan and his advisers were hard at work within the recaptured palace. Independence did not come without it’s detriments; their army needed to be strengthened, and their economy needed to flourish in order to stand a chance against the British and leave their mark in the history books. In conjunction with this, the Sultanate needed to contact its close neighbors: The Ottomans and Italian occupied Libya.

 

FIST OF ALLAH

Fuad I and his advisers are quick to realize that a Navy, competent enough to hold the waters of Egypt and exert their force. However, their army required innovations and manpower to hold both against a naval invasion from the Mediterranean, and down in the south, where the British still held colonies in Africa. Therefore, the Sultan declared that an emphasis would be put on the production of submarines and battleships, in the hopes to hold the coast and protect their ports. Machineguns would also be placed on the production line. In order to speed up the process before an imminent invasion, the Sultanate forcefully converts a large amount of Egyptian civilian factories to serve in creation of military equipment. 

 

Along Egypt’s southern border, a series of trenches would be worked on, planned to stretch from the border of Libya until the Red Sea. Pillboxes, bunkers, and watch towers, were to also be set up. The same would be done on Egypt’s coast of the Mediterranean. To facilitate this, the government would pay any and all who would work on the defenses of Egypt, although minimally. It would be the use of fear, and anti-British propaganda, that the Sultan hoped would get the large project underway. Troops would be organized both on the Mediterranean coast and Egypt’s southern border, with a sizable left in reserve within Egypt. 

 

Cradle of Civilization

With the Egyptian economy finally belonging to the Egyptians, there was much work to be done in these trying times. The Sultan believed personally, that if the Sultanate were to survive and carry out Allah’s will, they would need the means to do so. This means, would not only be in the form of arms, but rather in money. The government heavily invests in Egyptian oil, in order to fund later campaigns and endeavors.

 

The Sultan also establishes a Council of Islam (COI) and Council of Enlightenment (COE), which would both be heavily entwined. The COI would see to the religious matters of the state, and the COE would produce propaganda while also investigating dissenters within the Sultanate. Commissioned from them, would be the job to encourage young men to serve Egypt in the name of the Sultan and Allah. It would also to instill fear of the British within the citizenry, to further encourage even civilians to work. 

 

The Prophet’s Words

A telegram would be sent to the leader of Italy, regarding Libya:

”The Sultanate of Egypt is anticipating an attack by the British, and we humbly request that you see to it that your territory within Libya does not be tread upon. Ages ago, the Romans and Egyptians held eachother in high regard; here is to hoping that will happen again, without the Anglo barbarians.

 

In the same fashion, another telegram would be sent to the Emperor of the Ottoman Empire:

”My brother of Islam. We may have had our differences in the past, but with our newfound freedom we wish to amend that and form a pact of brothers, brothers within Allah’s embrace and grasp. And, it is as a brother, that the Sultanate warns you of the British Imperialists, a direct threat to your own. They seek to take back the Islamic land of Egypt, and soon, you. We hope you respond wisely.”

 

Furthermore, the Sultanate wishes to make it known to the rest of the world:

”With sovereignty comes national freedom. We, the prestigious Sultanate of Egypt, are happy to announce that we are open to trade resources in exchange for military equipment.”

 

Fuad sighs! “Speaking to these infidels! Pthu!” He spat on the ground after making the orders.

 

[Actions]

- Machine Guns, Submarines, & Destroyers are put on the forefront of military production [MOD]

- Majority of civilian factories are converted to serving military production to meet these needs [MOD]

- Work on trenches & fortifications on Mediterranean coast & Southern borders begin [MOD]

- Army mobilized on Mediterranean & Southern border, with a good amount left in reserve [MOD]

- Heavy government investment in oil industry [MOD]

- Council of Islam & Council of Enlightenment established

- Recruitment for both military and infrastructure work done through religious and anti-British propaganda [MOD]

- Telegrams sent to:

  – Italy 

  – Ottoman Empire 

- Announcement to rest of world (oil 4 guns bro)

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E PLURIBUS UNUM

UNITED SYNDICATES OF AMERICA

 

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All across the country, workers rose to the cries of solidarity and revolution. During the aftermath of the Great Depression, many Americans had become disillusioned with the capitalist democracy and the failings of the Republicans and Democrats to deal with it. It was a system wrought with corruption and built upon the backs and toil of the worker. Through contact with German socialists and incorporating the ideologies of Lenin, Reed returned to America and championed the cause of the Unions, most notably the International Workers of the World, which he had already been a member of. Through this organization, the United Syndicates took form. Eventually he was propped up as the poster boy of the Socialist Party of America, promising the whole of America a bright path forward through comradery and cooperation. Reed was a hopeful on the presidential ballot. However, much of the political opposition claimed fraud and demanded a recount. Yet, no clear majority was had, and the decision was put to the House of Representatives, who were not so keen to elect an SPA candidate president. When Reed returned to Chicago, the seeds of sedition had been sowed. For the last time did the Federal government trounce upon the will of the people. All throughout the Iron Belt and the Northeast, Syndicalists took to the streets. Federal forces lost their grip throughout much of the area, with protests turning to shootouts on city streets.

 

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American workers take to the streets in defiance


 

However, the realization that America had died only came when the District of Columbia had been stormed and seized by Syndicalist militias, putting Federal forces to rout. The petty skirmishes had devolved into all-out warfare, marking the beginning of the Second American Civil War. States wasted no time in declaring their allegiance, with the legislatures of the Midwest and Northeast declaring for the newfound provisional government. During this time, Reed took the reigns, though near unanimous selection by the Worker’s Congress. Now, the newfound state convened to restore order to the region and discuss social reforms with the freedom they now possessed.

 

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Though touting the cause of the working man, individuals within the United Syndicates devised their own solutions and ideologies on how to best do so. Though home to many former American socialist and syndicalist politicians, the United Syndicates hosts several minority parties championing causes such as totalism, anarchism, left-wing nationalism, Marxist-Leninism, mutualism, communism. However, the radicals held no meaningful presence in the Worker’s Congress as more moderate heads prevailed. A socialist democracy is enacted with American-modified Syndicalist aspects.

 

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During the turmoil, many shootouts broke out between radical militias or with police

 

The Syndicates were fortunate, being able to wrestle control of the Northeast and New York City, and even the former American Capital with minimal struggle. However, they now were tasked with managing the home front, as well as fighting a two front war with Federalist and Southern forces.

 

ACTIONS

  • Perhaps to the dismay of the radicals advocating for totalism or anarchism, a more moderate coalition takes hold of the Syndicates, who champion the cause of social democracy and syndicalism with American characteristics. Though some radicals cry for the abolition of ‘wage slavery’, the system remains in place with no intention of replacing the U.S. Dollar. (Mod)

 

  • A Central Command Structure is enacted for the Revolutionary Army with Maurice Rose as Chief of Staff. National Guards of seceding Syndicate states are the first integrated. They are armed with surplus Federal equipment and from plundered arsenals. (Mod)

 

  • The Syndicates attempt to contact the Unions and Resistance Organizations in West Virginia, notably from the coal industry. They urge the coal workers to rise as the Syndicates gear for an offensive against the Southern secessionists. (Mod)

 

  • Reed attempts to strike a deal with the founders and executives of the capitalist corporations and manufactories. They will be entitled to their private property and representation as long as they ensure the need of the working man are met; standard wage, 8-hour work days, safe working conditions, and recognition of the Unions. (Mod)

 

  • The M2 Cavalry Car project at Rock Island Arsenal continues, aiming to reinvigorate the Syndicates’s armored corps. The Army Chief of Staff puts in a personal inquiry into mounting cannons onto these vehicles, as opposed to solely machine guns. Some 50 vehicles are ordered. (Mod)

 

  • Arms Manufacturers are are dished out contracts to produce Browning Automatic Rifles and M1919s, to supplement the small arms arsenal of the Syndicates. Research and Development of the M1 Garand Project continues at Springfield Armory. (Mod)

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The Italian Empire

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The Rise of the Empire

On an oddly warm day in February, Benito Mussolini gave a speech to his people, in both the north and those who were in the southern occupied regions, broadcasting it via radio. He shared a vision of a bright future for Italy, in which it could return to its former glory and rebuild it’s Mediterranean Empire. Never again would Italy be abused or forgotten by European powers, nor would it allow a minority revolution to be the end of the Italian Empire. Il Duce swore to his people that the rebels would be crushed in the south, and called upon them to aid the war cause however possible, whether it be through enlisting or working in factories to help with supply.

 

Italian Africa

During these times of turmoil, Benito Mussolini intended to ensure stability and prosperity in the African colonies, setting up a police force to keep stability and protect the peoples of Libya, Somalia, and Eritrea. In addition to this, Italian colonial policy would attempt to prefer the integration of natives into society.

 

The Italian Economic Structure

Promising low tax rates and limited control under some guidelines, Italy attempts to attract foreign investors into the country. Italy uses its textile and wineries to create trade deals, offering luxury goods in exchange for investments into the Italian automotive and aviation industries. In addition to this, government subsidies would be used to prop up essential industries to the war effort until they could find a standing. These companies would then be used to trade Italian arms to nations throughout the world, with a focus on South American and Eastern European nations.

 

The Military High Command

In order to create a more organized and well-prepared military, Duce Mussolini would create a centralized High Command to better organize and prepare the military. While the army prepared the invasion of the southern state, the High Command would organize the training of the army, aiming to bring it up to a higher standard than what currently existed within the military. Mountain warfare would become a particular focus, with specialized commandoes training in the Alps.

 

Regia Aeronautica

The Regia Aeronautica, or the Italian Royal Air Force, began calling for research into ground-attack planes and chose a model designed by Breda. The Breda Ba.65 would immediately begin development and was hoped to be deployed within the year. While this was in development, the air force would train with existing bombers for strategic bombing campaigns, while a smaller contingent would train in fighters as a force to defend these bombers.

 

Actions

Il Duce Benito Mussolini gives a rallying and emotional speech in Rome, calling for a united Italy in defense of the southern rebels, who sought to destabilize and threaten the independence of the nation. He promises a Mediterranean Empire which would rival the Roman Empire of old.

 

A colonial police force is implemented into Libya, Eritrea, and Somalia with a goal of protecting the people of Italian Africa. Furthermore, the integration of the native people becomes a priority, with the hope to create a unified colony of Italian colonials and native Africans.

 

Foreign investors are attracted to Italy with lowered tax rates and a promise of decreased government control for foreign companies, especially in the automotive and aviation industries.

 

Essential industries would be offered government subsidies in order to help prop them up, and when production begins the companies would aim to sell Italian arms to nations in South America and Eastern Europe.

 

The Bereta M1918 submachine gun would be ordered to undergo an overhaul, hoping to create a more modern and effective Italian submachine gun.

 

In order to refine and modernize the Italian military structure, a High Command would be formed with the purpose of planning and enacting Italian War Plans. In addition to this, the existing military would undergo training people while the military planned it’s offensives in Southern Italy.

 

Breda would begin research into the Ba.65, a ground-attack plane. Furthermore, the air force itself would train in strategic bombing tactics, with a smaller contingent of fighters who would protect these bombers.

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Empire Français

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Early 1933

The Legacy of Napoléon

“The French Empire stands among the premiere powers of Europe and the world.  Its legacy is one of triumph in the face of hardship. From the revival of the Empire under my father, Napoléon III, France has held its position as true military titan, boasting one of the largest and most technologically advanced armies in the world...”

 

“It is with these words, that I announce my abdication…,” declares Emperor Napoléon IV, aged 77 years.  “Though some may see my abdication as the end of an of era, I say with the closing of this door, a new chapter of French history opens up to us.  Vive La France!”

 

Within a week, the imperial court had gathered at Versailles’ iconic hall of mirrors to mark the coronation of a new Emperor, Louis-Napoléon V.  The grandson of Napoléon IV, he is the youngest emperor took take the role, at 26. He retains his late father’s charm, and the towering intellect of his grandfather.  Truly a product of the modern world, he is ready to take on the duty of leading France and the broader Entente into modernity.

 

France remains a limited constitutional monarchy, with the sovereign (the emperor) retaining an influential position within the government, able to influence policy.  The National Assembly is responsible for the confirmation of the Emperor’s agenda and represents the will of the people.

 

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H.I.M Louis-Napoléon V


 

 


 

Armed Forces:

To say the least, France possesses one the most powerful land armies to ever exist.  The standing professional force is supplemented by a comprehensive reserve system dating back to Napoléon I.  In the current system, every man upon reaching the age of 18 must undertake two years of mandatory military service, where they are pressed through rigorous military training.  They are taken on operational duty for their second year of training in the colonies, providing security services and gaining experience in the field.  These men are discharged when they turn 20, but remain in the reserves until they turn 45, during which they report to their local garrison to be refreshed, twice a year.

 

France also fields a strong foreign legion, comprised of the many peoples of its overseas Empire.  Additional effort is placed into recruiting local soldiers in Algeria, Morocco, and the Sub-Saharan colonies. (mod)

 

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General de Gaulle inspects second year reservists who have completed a minor tour of duty in the colonies.


 

A New Doctrine:  

A bright new star of the French General command has taken the spotlight. Lieutenant General Charles de Gaulle, a veteran of the colonial campaigns, published a series of treatises on his vision of the French Army.  “A highly professional, mobile force,” writes de Gaulle, “is key to success in a modern battlefield.”  The French General Staff has taken note of what is being called the Gaulle Doctrine and many are eager to push forward through with these tactics.  (additional details redacted)

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Charles de Gaule c. 1933

 

Under the supervision of de Gaulle’s protege, Colonel Jacque-Pierre Marchand, work begins on training additional armored and mechanized batallions. (mod)

 

To support this doctrine, it is clear that a nation must build a foundation in its industry.  The Imperial government will invest $300 million into expanding its industrial base, to be able to produce guns, planes, tanks, and other war material. This should also provide ample employment.  (mod)

 

The French Arms industry

 

Contracts have been reached with several countries o supply them with French made weapons.  These contracts should be lucrative to the French arms industry, providing them with additional revenues to facilitate the French arms expansion.  Weapons are sold or lend leased to:

The Syndicates of America

The KMT government of China

The Sultanate of Egypt

The Kingdom of the Two Sicilies

Poland

 

France announces that its arms are open for business, and that any country can request from the French government to buy arms.

 

Mod for arms sales


 

French Foreign Policy:

 

The Treaty of Amsterdam

Following productive talks, the Dutch have agreed to extend the French Maginot line up to the North Sea, guaranteeing the protection of the Benelux.  France and the Netherlands pledge mutual cooperation in defense against any who would do them harm.


 

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The French foreign minister meets with his Dutch counterpart

 

“It is my hope that mutual cooperation between the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the French Empire will extend far beyond what we have accomplished here today.  We stand together, as stalwart allies,” declares foreign minister Stephen Pinchon.

 

Summary:

Extending the Maginot Line

Recruiting more troops into Foreign Legion

Creating additional tank battalions

Investments into arms production: tanks, planes, guns, etc.

Impact of weapons sales.

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World In Flames!
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World Events
 

 

A powerful tsunami and earthquake hits Japan in Honshu, killing some 3,000 people.

 

In late March, the Enabling Act is passed in the Reichstag, effectively making Hitler dictator of Germany. In the following months he enacts a numerous more reforms, pushing further pushing his agenda and ideology.

 

In Scotland, George Spicer reports the sighting of a mysterious and unheard of creature near Loch Ness. The event sparks serious interest in Scotland and abroad.


A Swedish transport plane flying over central Europe is caught in a storm and disappears, presumably after crashing into the North Sea. Despite efforts to locate the crashed plane, nothing has been found.


In Ottoman Arabia, tensions boil over into armed insurrection. The government in Constantinople, is slow and inefficient in its response. In Mesopotamia the rebels make serious gains, capturing important cities like Kirkuk, Baghdad, and Tripoli. By the end of May, the Ottoman army is on the defensive and sent reeling into anatolia.

 

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In late April, the Russian White Army invades communist controlled Sinkiang on the pretense of harbouring Soviets who fled from Russia after defeat in the Civil War. Within a matter of weeks the country is overtaken, and direct rule from St. Petersburg is imposed. Soviets who were not so lucky to escape the Russian advance hang from buildings and line the streets. Those who did escape flee to the United States, or the People’s Liberation Army.


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Svenska Riket

Pro-Swedish propaganda booms from the capital at Stockholm, however its effectiveness beyond or even within Sweden is negligible at best. Many would rather not tune in, or perhaps dont even own a radio at all!

 

The growth of domestic industry, specifically manufacturing gets off to a rather rocky start. Few investors were to be found and even fewer decided to invest in Sweden. However the abundance of domestic raw material helps the project get off the ground.

Shipments of German arms, equipment, etc begins to flow into the Sweden and slowly filters into the regulars and reserve troops. By the end of the year the Swedish military will be fully equipped and familiarized with the German equipment. However a rather rookie officer brings the up the point that unless Sweden seeks to develop a sizeable tankforce and air force of her own, she is extremely lacking in heavy firepower and anti-aircraft guns.

The formation of an Officer Corp picks up steam, aided by German advisors the program soon begins to fill the ranks of the Swedish army with capable and promising officers.

 

3 More heavy cruisers are laid down, and the budget groans. They are expected to be completed for early 1934.

 

The Kingdom of Hungary

 

The deportation of Austrians and other undesirables goes well. Austrians and other former Austro-Hungarian subjects look on the action with slight disappointment and disgust. However in Hungary its seen as a great step in the right direction.

 

The idea of conscripting Jews into the army is shot down by military staff and government workers alike. Pressing an oppressed ethnicity into military service does not at all seem like a good idea. Instead they opt to deport them or do nothing at all.

 

The DBSD is formed, and work on Project Pecs begins with a rough start. Many believe the planned vehicle is far to large, resource consuming, and unnecessary. At present the design is extremely ambitious given the tech available and it fits few of the roles tank fill on the battlefield.

 

Deutsches Reich

 

The recruitment drive begins, immediately picking up steam. Young unemployed boys and men flock to the army, swelling its ranks with promising and dedicated soldiers. OKW predicts that there will be little trouble in meeting the set goal.

 

In the wake of Hitler’s rise to power, the industrial growth of Germany booms. Factories spring up, and are eagerly filled with workers. The construction of the Reichsautobahn begins with few hiccups, providing work and infrastructure.

 

Development of tanks, and weapons of war continue

 

British Empire

 

After much debate, the vote of no confidence against George V and Ramsay MacDonald passes with by a slim margin.

 

The Irish and Scottish rebels are contained relatively well. At sea, a full naval blockade of both countries set in, slowly sapping them of resources.

 

The British mediterranean squadron finds little success in the destruction of Egyptian coastal assets. Coastal gun batteries and what planes the Egyptians do posses are able to ward the British off. The Squadron will need more assets in order to cause any real damage.
 

Empire of Japan

 

The ambitious plan to expand and modernize the economy finds much success. A fair amount of recently displaced and eager American industrialists help fund the largest of the projects. However the consumer goods market, though growing, tends to suffer from the lack of natural resources.

 

The Fengtian clique, eager to get their hands on new equipment and to secure their Korean border, accept the support. However the genuineness of the ‘friendship’ is shaky at best.

 

The Pacific States of America accept the offer.

 

The planning for the invasion of the Philippine Islands goes rather well. With scouting and the allocation of resources for the invasion already well under way, the staff members assigned to the project say that the army and navy will be ready to begin by only Early 33

 

Naval Expansion begins

Development of a new fighter is underway, Mitsubishi currently heads the project, labeling the project A6M. With an ingenious design in the works, It plans to debut the fighters possibly as early as 37’

 

Kingdom of Sicily

 

The mobilization of the war economy, already well under way, faces some major challenges. Constantly under threat from Italian bombers and air sorties, factories are confined to small sizes or in concealed locations. Furthermore, the Italian fleet blockading the mainland makes communications, transportation, and coordination difficult.

 

Nothing other than sympathy comes from the League of Nations

 

Construction of stronger and more fortified positions on or near the front begins.

 

Further refining of mountain warfare is underway.

 

Austrian Empire

 

Many fleeing from Hungary, find homes in Austria and her territories. Some are even eager to join the armed forces and fight for their homelands. The Armed forces sees a slight rise in volunteers.

 

Designs for a new standard issue Artillery piece are drawn up. It will take more time to refine the design, but estimates suggest they will enter production by Early 34

 

The switch to a wartime economy is rather puzzling to some, the nation was at peace! However many see it as a step in the right direction. Sections of the army even mobilize, despite receiving no orders to do so. What meager funds the navy does have are stripped, and sent to aide tank production.

 

Det Norske Kongeriket

 

Metal Production sees an increase with the subsidization of Norsk Hydro, expansion also begins bringing jobs to the unemployed.

 

Research concludes that harvesting those forms of power is definitely possible, with Hydroelectric being the most promising. At present the technology to harvest the others does not exist.

 

Offshore drilling for oil commences, within the first few weeks, precious black gold is found.

 

Construction of dry docks begins with few hiccups or road bumps. Expansion of the navy is also begins, with 2 more light cruisers being laid down.

 

The Sultanate of Egypt

 

Machine guns, destroyers, and submarines all enter the forefront of production, mostly designs leased or bought from the French. The Egyptians military Industry also finds several french backers, who help the growth of domestic industry.

 

What Civilian factories exist in Egypt are turned over to the state, and given to the war effort.

 

Fortification of the Mediterranean coast, and Sudanese border is well underway. With it mostly finishing in by June.

 

The spread of propaganda helps swell the Egyptian armed force’s numbers, and spurs support for the war against the British Imperialists.

 

Investments into the Oil industry help increase the productivity of already established wells, and the hunt for more begins, however they come up short and no more are found to tap by June. They will keep looking!

 

United Syndicates of America

 

A more moderate policy is adopted throughout the Syndicates, much to the dismay of many of the more radical factions. However they can do nothing as the minority, and the move sure helps with international opinion!

 

The Revolutionary Army, never under any supreme structure is slowly pieced together into a somewhat competent fighting force. However, it is still composed of hundreds of militas, movements, and national guards and is by no means a professional force.  

 

In West Virignia, the attempts to contact coal miners and resistance organizations meets little success. The Confederate government it seems, is doing an excellent job at rooting out and suppressing these movements.

 

Reed’s deal with the capitalists succeeds! However this does not stop many from fleeing the country to other American factions, or abroad.

 

The development of a ‘fighting car’ continues, however the project is moved further east. The Rock Island Arsenal is stationed right at the border and is easy for enemy intelligence to monitor. Additionally, the Syndicates’ grip on the region is rather shaky.  Leaders of the project state that it will be finished for late 33, when production can begin.

 

Various contracts are signed to better equip the Revolutionary Army.

 

Italian ‘Empire’

 

The attraction of foreign investors goes extremely well, some find the civil war somewhat.. off-putting , but hey money is money! Small and promising factories in a variety of industries slowly sprout up all over Imperial-controlled Italy.

 

Subsidization of the arm’s industry goes well, and it sees a sharp increase in productivity following the subsidization. Furthermore, sales to south american and asian countries become more common.

 

The overhaul of the m1918 goes rather well, working out some of the kinks of the design. The new design enters production in late May.

 

Design for a new ground-attack plane goes well, estimates show it will enter production by early 34

 

Empire Francais

 

Extension of the Maginot line proceeds as planned, with the French footing most of the bill. Forts, gun emplacements, and bunkers slowly sprout up acrossing the Dutch-German border, expected to be fully complete by Early 35

 

The creation of new tank battalions goes rather smoothly, with only one minor problem, the new battalions have hardly any of the tanks required. The French tank industry, somewhat lacking in production struggles to produce enough fighting vehicles for the new formations

 

Investments into the arms industry helps alleviate some of aforementioned issues, however the growth is rather slower than expected.

 

Sales of arms to other countries specifically those of south america, asia, and even the middle east are more common place, with Brazil placing a large order for small arms after the Argentines ordered from Italy.

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British Empire
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The church bells of Westminster Abbey sound throughout the centre of London while trumpets blow the first tunes of the British Coronation Anthem. Royalty from all over Europe is invited, as well as many presidents and prime ministers from all over the world. The Royal Standard waves in the wind, as a new King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and the British Dominions, a new Emperor of India, Edward VIII is crowned.
LONG LIVE THE KING


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The election of 1933
With the vote of no confidence passed, not only was King George VI forced to abdicate in favor of Edward VIII, Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald was forced to step down from his position similarly. Normally, the Deputy Prime Minister would take up this position, but MacDonald never formally appointed a Deputy. That, combined with the House of Commons failing to function properly, has lead to Edward VIII calling for new elections as he dissolved the current Parliament. The palace of Westminster closes its doors while the voting offices open theirs. And at the top of the bill sits a new party, formed by an alliance of three men who recently scored headlines in the papers by winning a political victory against the old King, in favor of the new one.

This new party, the King’s Party as it’s called, is a coalition of the aforementioned Churchill, George and Mosley, forming a coalition party loyal to King Edward VIII, incorporating George’s Liberal values, Mosley’s fascist views and conservative standpoints he shares with Mr. Churchill. As if the newspaper attention wasn’t enough, the two Members of Parliament and the former Prime Minister, now Father of the House, tour the country, giving speeches all over the place, some of them together with Edward VIII, who’s shown great support for the men who seem to share their plans for Britain with him. Only time will tell what course British politics are taking, as the people await the election results.

Scotland
All of this political turmoil is not the primary concern of the King and the nation though, the people are reminded as the papers show the young King himself visiting the front up in the Pennines.

With nearly 700.000 men on the front in Northern England and everything prepared for an attack, things are set into motion. The RAF drops explosive after explosive upon the Scottish defenses all throughout the night while the majority of the British troops try to get some rest. Upon the break of dawn, forces all along the front ready themselves before the order is given, a front-wide attack commences against the weakened Scottish forces.

While the attack is front-wide, a strong, motorized and armored force attacks from Carlisle, headed for Newcastle, aiming to cut off a large part of the Scottish forces and force them into a retreat.


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Ireland
With the army’s main focus right now being on Scotland, the troops in Ireland are not reinforced much. They are however given appropriate equipment, and the English-held cities (Dublin, Waterford and Cork) are fortified and garrisoned by elite forces while military police enforces strict marshal law, not shying away from severely punishing any Irishmen that dare take action against English soldiers.

In Ulster, RAF planes drop propaganda leaflets down onto cities like Londonderry and Belfast: traditionally bastions of pro-English and pro-Protestant sentiment in Ireland, calling for the Irish protestants to side with their English brethren, warning them that if Ireland was to succeed against the English, persecution by the catholics was more than likely.

Finally, in Dublin, a mixture of Canadian and English forces are amassed with plans being drawn up to retake Leinster, though no plans are put into action just yet.

Egypt
In Sudan, supply lines are reinforced through Port Sudan and French Djibouti as more and more forces from as close as East Africa or as far away as New Zealand arrive. British engineers build a dam on the Nile river, drastically lowering the amount of water passing through and simply letting it flood into the Merowa basin in northern Sudan, slowly creating a large wetland in the middle of the Sudanese desert and depriving Egypt of its most valuable asset: the Nile river.

Small forces of East Africans, Rhodesians and Australians, all veterans that fought against the Ottomans in the Great War, stage a few attacks against the Egyptian forces, carefully testing their defences while the main forces simply guarded the border while supplies were secured.

The French Empire is called into the fight against the Egyptians, part of their navy and some troops being stationed on Cyprus together with the British Mediterranean squadron and a force of Royal Marines while they continuously wreak havoc on the Egyptian northern coast. More ships arrive from Great Britain, including two more battleships and a heavy cruiser, brought in to let artillery shells rain down upon the defenses at the Suez.


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Economy

To help support the recovering British economy, sizeable government investments called “The Royal Pennies” are initiated by Edward VIII himself, paid from the royal treasury and targeted on companies that support the war effort like arms producers but also electricity and logistics companies.

Actions:

-Edward VIII made King

-Elections are held

-Extensive campaigning for the new King’s Party

-Counterattack against the Scots

-Buildup in Ireland

-Measures taken to prepare for large-scale conflict in Egypt

-Royal Pennies


 

 

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