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The French Republic France, with keyholdings already in Northern Africa the French interest in Africa existed long before the 1880s push for territory in the continent The French presence in Africa dates to the 17th century, but the main period of colonial expansion came in the 19th century with the invasion of Ottoman Algiers in 1830. Since then France has established small holdings in Africa. France rebuilt a new empire mostly after 1850, concentrating chiefly in Africa as well as Indochina and the South Pacific. Republicans, at first hostile to empire, only became supportive when Germany after 1880 started to build its own colonial empire. As it developed, the new French empire took on roles of trade with the motherland, supplying raw materials and purchasing manufactured items. Rebuilding an empire rebuilt French prestige, especially regarding international power and spreading the French language and the Catholic religion. Charles de Freycinet was a French statesman and four times Prime Minister during the Third Republic and member of the Republican Union. He entered the Senate in 1876 as a follower of Gambetta, and in December 1877 became Minister of Public Works in the cabinet of Jules Armand Stanislaus Dufaure. He passed a great scheme for the gradual acquisition of the railways by the state and the construction of new lines at a cost of three milliards, and for the development of the canal system at a further cost of one milliard. He retained his post in the ministry of William Henry Waddington, whom he succeeded in December 1879 as Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs. He passed an amnesty for the Communards, but in attempting to steer a middle course (between the Catholics and the anti-clericalists) on the question of the religious associations, he lost Gambetta's support, and resigned in September 1880. discord; mcginty85

The Duchy of Morass The King is dead! Long live the King! Silence befell the jolly Great hall when Lord Harcourt opened the letter from the Capitol discovering the death of the King, an old friend died in the prime of life. A coldness filled the air as the joy vanquished the room, Lord Harcourt turned to his Marshal to ready his retinue for a journey to Klagenfurt at the express invitation of his majesty the King. After many days of travel older Duke finally makes his way to the city, flying the banners of his house, the Golden lion on a field of white above him, Long had he kept away from the Capitol concerned with the affairs of his own state, and the production of iron mining to supply the realm. Lord Carlisle would swiftly make his way to the throne room of the King to pay homage, and express his deepest condolences to the death of his father, and to the Queen regent, for the passing of her beloved husband. Oath of Fealty “I, Carisle of the House Harcourt, Duke of Morass and Count of Corwen do swear by God to remain faithful to his Highness King Thomas II, King of all Klagenfurt, To guide and advise him for as long as my heart beats. My sword is yours as well as my honour from this day until my last.” The Duke would rise thereafter to mingle with the other Lords of the realm who have come to pay Homage to the new King. In other Affairs The Duke would write to his council to open further mines and expeditions to improve the wealth generation in the region, as well as getting more peasants working Drills are to begin for the Morass retinue left in Corwen to begin improving and honing their skill to rival the best in the land A new statue is asked to be commissioned in Corwen Town Square as a memorial to the late King.

The Duchy of Albion Dark Purple Population 90 000 Couple(40s), up to 6 children Levy 5 000 Militia 2 000 Archers 1 000 Knights Albion like most lands have been fought over for centuries by petty lords squabbling over the right to rule the roaming hills of Albion. Seat of house Harcourt, Albions rich mineral stricken lands feed the wealth of armour and gold for the realm, acres of forest for timber mills have sustained the Duchy since the time of its creation in the 11th century. Although not the oldest of the lands that make up the proud kingdom of Klagenfurt Albion is still one for tradition and edicate with some of the most strongest castles dotting the landscape of the duchy, with Corwen sitting atop. The Harcourts rise to power was one of unconventional standings, betraying their former liege lords the House of Trevelyon for the invading armies of Klagenfurt. For their loyalty to the crown were bestowed the title of Duke of the Duchy of Albion. Since that day House Harcourt has worked for the betterment of the realm, acting as advisors and guardians of the Marshes of the East. Throughout the Harcourt administration of the duchy of Albion, economic success and failure has been part and parcel of ruling lands surrounded by forests, marshes and mystery. With much of the thick forest and marsh lands unoccupied and unmapped Duke William Harcourt II ‘The Wise’ spent many years searching the wilds and taming the tribes that inhabit the darkest parts of the Marsh lands to heel, under the banner of the Kings of Klagenfurt. Corwen Corwen, one of the oldest and grandest cities east of the river Selle this once Capital is home to the Silver shrine and the Grand Temples of old. Corwen is situated in the heart of Albion, with a natural bog as a defense of the great city. with a great wealth found in mining and fishing industries selling what they can to the capital and the rich western lands. Corwen is built upon two hills with the setting sun nestled between the mounds. Corwens solid stone walls make for a tough enemy in the event of a siege, with no army in history breaching the walls of the city. Carlisle Harcourt ( ‘The Mule of the East’) AGE; 49 Carlisle Harcourt 7th lord of Corwen and protector of the duchy of Albion, nicknames the Mule in his youth due to his intelligence, sure-footedness, toughness, endurance, disposition, and natural cautiousness. Carlisle has always been a tactician and a man of politics. Although rarely in the capital, Carlisle as the oldest of all the higher nobility in Klagenfurt he has taken it upon himself to use this opportunity to further his family's interests acting as an advisor to the young King, offering his many years of leadership and staunch support of the Crown as his bargaining chip back to the forefront of the realms politics. Although older than any of the other Lords, Lord Harcourt is no easy foe and is patient and ruthless to the very end.

The Ottoman Empire Strong Roots The year 1684, the Ottoman Empire seems to enjoy a resurgence in her wealth and stability under the watchful eye of the Grand Vizier. However the Sultan Mehmed IV seeks to rebuild the Ottoman Empire into a modern state, one which can compete with the swedes and other Europeans in terms of economics, trade and military. The Sultan decrees the following; The restructuring of the military and development of new current weaponry seeking to update the aging Ottoman equipment Building a new Ottoman fleet to allow for creter security of her extensive coastline Seek out new trading partners, opening talks with their Sunni brother the Mughal Empire to trade and work together, as mutual partners in the Indian trade. Building of fortifications along the Balkan borders of the Empire in fear of foreign expansion south. Opening of the economy to more countries and businesses, with the Sultan wanting to make Constantinople a trading Hub Foreign Affairs The Ottoman Empire is willing to sit down with the Tsardom of Russia, despite their warmongering words the Ottoman Empire wishes to act in the interests of peace. The Ottoman Empire formally accepts the trade proposals from both Qing China and the Duchy of Brittany Mehmed IV sends diplomats to Austria, the Commonwealth and the Papacy. The Alliance between Venice and the Ottomans is signed ushering in new investment and trade to the Ottoman market in Europe The Ottoman government makes plans to establish settlements in the caucasus Mountains along the edge of the black sea, looking to connect their lands in modern day crimea. Domestic Affairs Money is poured into the arms businesses looking to get Turkish gunsmiths to create a variant of the new and efficient flintlock, to be designed and made in the Ottoman Empire Taxes are raised slightly to accommodate the growing expenditure with an town crier claiming ‘It's in the interests of all Turks to support modernisation’ The Sultan gives the required additional funds to the Suqar Allah to use at their own discretion

Nation: The Ottoman Empire Leader (With brief description of circumstances/personality): Sultan Mehmed IV the second longest reigning Sultan of the Ottoman Empire over saw the great revival in Ottoman fortunes under the watchful eye of the Grand Vizar Koprulu Mehmed and his son. Known as the Hunter by many due to his great passion for hunting and being outdoors the Sultan has ruled over one of the most stable periods in Ottoman rule. Heir (If any:) Prince Mustafa Discord: mcginty85

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Application House Name: Tarly Holdings: Hornhill Lord: Randyll Tarly Who do they bend the knee to?: House Tyrell Lord’s of the Reach Religion: Faith of the Seven Brief History (1-2 Paragraphs): House Tarly, one of the oldest and strongest vassals sworn to house Tyrell. Unlike other houses of old the Tarlys bred soldiers, not Kings claiming no ancestral crown for themselves, as they are a house that is loyal to a fault. Randyll Tarly is a prominent and well respected battle commander who served the crown on numerous occasions, leading the armies during Robert's Rebellion to give him his first and only defeat. House Tarly's militant traditions play into this role of breeding commanders, with Savage Sam, slaying the Vulture King in open rebellion against the crown with the ancestral sword of their family. Heartsbane. Although swearing allegiance to Renly House Tarly refused to swear fealty to Stannis upon the death of his King, slaying many Florent men in fear they would join Stannis’ cause. House Tarlys words are “First in Battle” this couldn't be truer for any House. Their fierce loyalty and knowledge of their place shows the Tarlys to be a trusted ally to any who seek them. However if opposing them, risk an enemy who would go to the ends of time to win. Discord: already have it

Italy soldiers are deployed to Madagascar on transports flanked by 2 pre dreadnaught battleships the troops count at 150,000 men taking full advantage of the chaos insured by the French and the state of rebellion the Madagascar people were in. With Italians offering clear and decisive and firm leadership. The troops plan to land in mahajanga and march towards the capital Antananarivo. The Blackshirt march on Rome a show of force my fascists calling for a strong Italian voice on the issues facing the world around them, not to coware up and sit in silence as the world burns! The march is to end outside the Palace of King Emmanuel where a speech is scheduled by the king himself. On a balcony come 3 pm on the 3rd of the month where he calls for unity in the fight against the left and Marxism which has plagued this world. As well as the threat of our neighbors who seek to strike fear and strength in our spheres of influence. This claim calls from the King who claims “The right can’t be divided as the left grows!” this threat of our neighbors cannot be seen more prevalent in the Australians based in Corsica! An island which rightfully belongs to this great nation has been stolen by French pretenders will we fight for it? Yes, we shall! Italy will become a nation United once more under one right-wing government. And if that is not achieved I King Emmanuel third of my name will seize control of the government until one is fit for office to unite the people! Declared the king. A naval blockade of Corsica begins with the plan to starve out the Austrian soldiers on the island and seize the island for Italy while France continues in her civil war unable to stop this. Italy vows neutrality in any Balkan conflict offering to be an independent intermediary to resolve the conflicts between Greece Serbia and the noble Ottoman Empire. Actions - 150,000 troops sent to Madagascar to seize the rebellious colony from the French - Blackshirts march on Rome a show of force to the people that they won't stop til strong leadership is in play. Marching to the Kings Palace where he calls for a coalition and unification of the right-wing to fight our old enemies and new enemies making reference to the Austrians and socialism. - A naval blockade of Corsica - Italy vows neutrality in any conflict in the Balkans

Italy THE RED MENACE As communism continues to strange the nations of the world Italy with the support of her King and many other nationalists who the King in recent months has continued to rally around him has called for direction intervention to stop the threat of a red scare in Italy by exerting her influence on a more global scale, as to be perceived as the new power she is. Military support is offered to all countries fighting a socialist uprising including Sweden, France and the Russian Union. Mussolini in a rally of nationalists in Rome called it “The greatest threat to the security and safety of everyday God fearing Italians is the threat of the Godless Socialist threat! Who seek to do nothing but suffocate our freedom and our nationalist spirit!” Mussolini and leading nationalists in the fascist party call for the formation of a Blackshirt movement of loyal and capable Italians willing to lay down their lives for King and country. Made up mostly of ex-military personnel. fascists in government call a vote of no confidence in the aging Prime Minister claiming him to no longer be fit for office! Demanding an election be called. Rallying support from ex military and patriots from around Italy who feel italy could've done better than a desert! industry is continually invested and opted for by the government calling it “best for business” to continue shopping! This is hoped to restart civilian economy once more and invite investment and opportunity in italy, encouraged by the economic policies laid down prewar. The government expands a military order and asks for a build up of new fighter planes and bombers to be used and produced on a massive scale. With over 500 planes ordered over a 3 year period, by putting to work as many people in the industry business, and hoping to expand already established businesses to grow into the rural south. Actions Military support is offered o Sweden and Russia to fight their civil wars, while a lend lease agreement is offered to the 3rd Republic, to fight the communist threat. As not signing up to the Vichy conference Italy is under no legal obligation to follow it. Fascists stir up the people in an anti socialist fever to call for the formation of a Blackshirt militia to help in the fight against socialism at home, with leading figures such as the King, Mussolini and D’Annunzio all pushing for this Fascists call a vote of no confidence in the aging Prime Minister claiming he is no longer fit for office and Italy's Mutilated Victory is a sentiment to this, calling out the old Giolitti in only really gaining Italy a desert and a canal. Military order of a combined total of 500 fighter and bombers for the growing Italian Air Force within a 3 year timeframe Further investment and push is put on industry and trying to tackle unemployment and growing the economy post war.

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Kingdom of Italy Actions The Treaty of Rome is signed between the countries of Italy and the Netherlands over the sale of Eritrea to the Dutch, in return for support on later ventures. Italy formally reaffirms her commitment to the Central Powers in signing a new comprehensive agreement which would see Italy gain new colonies and the return of her cores held by Austria Hungary such as Dalmatia and key ports in the Adriatic. With the gaining of these new colonies, it is hoped to raise the nationalist opinion and gain support in a move to solidifying stronger government, with many in the press suggesting it was nationalist pressure which put on the government to take the deal, to increase Italian prestige at home and abroad to be a country to be feared and respected! The Italian government take up the Serbian offer to help in the reform and revitalisation of their army in whatever way they can New legislation is passed from the Chambers with the rise of nationalism, the plan i to play to the nationalist feeling by instituting a new ceremonial uniform for the officer class of the army, being reminiscent to the old armour of the Roman Empire. Italy would ask for German and Austrian help in the revitalisation of the industry of Italy to make her a global competitor. The government would like a poll to be done, in the run up to the election next year to see where they sit in terms of votes, as fearing the giving of universal rights to all her citizens last year could have a detrimental impact to the elite rule. Wanting to know if the Liberals still maintain control over the state, or if their push of nationalism has gone too far to allow extremists to gain a foothold. One newspaper writes that “Giolitti has finally lost it! is he a liberal, socialist, elite or nationalist? His policies fall few and short between, clarity or he must go!” In Giolitti's latest conference on how to tackle the rising problems of the national question and the growth of income inequality.

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