I assume President Bevan decided not to use the aditional optional ministry allowed by the constitution. This is not the first time it has happened, however.
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I assume President Bevan decided not to use the aditional optional ministry allowed by the constitution. This is not the first time it has happened, however.
The Minister of Defense has given me the following military appointments:
I'm busy this morning. Playthrough and update will probably be later today.
I'm busy this morning. Playthrough and update will probably be later today.
After five years of surveillance, Ernst Thaumen was not observed expressing any loyalty or admiration for the National Republic, and therefore was re-enfranchised and re-instated as a colonel within the Chilean military. Shortly after this, Thaumen was promoted to the rank of General and given control of the 5th and 6th Armies of the Republic.
I...I am honored to be trusted with such a command, especially so soon after my re-instatement into the military. Rest assured, I will serve Chile to the best of my abilities.
I...I am honored to be trusted with such a command, especially so soon after my re-instatement into the military. Rest assured, I will serve Chile to the best of my abilities.
"I thank el President for making me the commander of the Chilean Navy. Though my experience in these matters may be somewhat limited, I will do my utmost to uphold the Chilean values of Strength, Justice, Honor, and Freedom."
~ Senator & Chief of the Navy Daniel Palomino
~ Senator & Chief of the Navy Daniel Palomino
Bevan, 1916-1918: The Faraway War
As David Bevan became the first president of the Chilean 4th Republic and assumed control of the executive functions of government, he enacted the FNT's bold new initiatives to combat rising unemployment. Under Bevan's direction, dozens of factories across Chile - in Santiago, Rio Negro, Tucuman, and La Pampa, were subsidized and expanded on the government's dollar. The resulting industrial boom propelled Chile back into competition with the Confederate States of America for the title of the third-most powerful country in the world. By early 1918, Bevan's initiatives had curbed unemployment to an acceptable 8.7% in Santiago itself and 9.8% in Tucuman, down from double-digits in both areas. Despite the gains, Bevan vowed to continue his aggressive policy of an industrial expansion until every worker could be guaranteed a job. While his actions pleased Chile's five million factory workers and million more middle management and business, the 25% regressive tax rate that his government imposed on all people was heavily criticized by the liberal press. More vocal still was the fascist media.
After years in hiding, the blackshirt Frente Nacional had started to experience a popular resurgence. The National Daily, a paper supportive of the Frente Nacional, hit the news stands in October 1916 and found common readership amongst the middle classes. By 1917, a series of phone polls estimated that roughly 10% of the country's electorate supported the Frente Nacional, a number that seemed to be rising. Even more resurgent than the Frente Nacional were the Comunistas. After their embarrassing failure to find their way onto the ballot in 1915, the Comunistas exploited the industrial boom and raised the issue of worker and common ownership of factories, attacking Bevan's reluctance to end capitalist dominance of factory ownership. The Comunistas also saw a surge in popularity and had secured the necessary signatures to stand in 1920 Presidential election by late 1917.
As the Frente Nacional was quick to remind the country, Chile's industrial boom was not all Bevan's doing. A chaotic Europe, which had seen rapidly fluctuating diplomatic situations and numerous large wars over the past decade, plunged into conflict yet again in early August, 1916. Britain, again antagonized by a series of French provocations in colonial Africa, declared war on the French over Sierra Leone. France's allies quickly declared against Britain, leaving the UK standing alone against France, Portugal, Spain, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Ottomans, Italy, Denmark, Austria, Netherlands - nearly all of mainland Europe. The war, the largest in decades, gave Chilean war profiteers a tremendous opportunity to cash in. At the outset of 1916, Chile (whose military industries had been built up under the fascists) produced 80% of the world's barrels (tanks), and also had large shares of the market for canned food, small arms, artillery, fuel, and airplanes. Demand for these products was largest in the UK, where their usual supply of goods from the continent had been severely compromised.
The last of the Great Wars, as they were called, lasted nearly two years as Britain fought off the entire rest of Europe in a bid to retake Sierra Leone. Heavily supplied with Chilean goods, the UK surprisingly managed to hold its own against one of the largest coalitions ever assembled, fighting the league of ten powerful nations to a bloody stalemate on both land (in Africa) and sea. Eventually France (which had been hoping to use the opportunity to seize more of British Africa) and her allies were forced to agree to a ceasefire in early 1918. A peace treaty, which enforced pre-war borders with no side as winner or loser, was signed in Paris on February 3rd, 1918.
Though Bevan initially applauded the return of peace in Europe, it was only because he could not have known what would follow. With Britain no longer and issue, France decided to turn its attention back to Chile and its lost island of Martinique - and - the very next day declared war against the Chilean 4th Republic. The South American nations quickly announced their backing for Chile, and thus began the 1st Caribbean War.
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Nothing at the moment. Those who were killed or otherwise disenfranchised during the revolution now have their voting rights restored to them.
"France's baseless claims - a claim on an island that will only marginally increase their horribly weak imperialistic power - shall bring only disaster for that country. As head of the Navy, I will do my utmost to secure Chile's coast from invasion and to bring the battle to the French Navy."
~ Senator & Chief of the Navy Daniel Palomino
~ Senator & Chief of the Navy Daniel Palomino
I must admit my surprise at being given command of an army as I am not a military man. However I thank the president for this honour and will not let him or the nation down in this time of need.
Carlos Andonie the Third
Carlos Andonie the Third
Name: Estevan Evarado
((truly... this is a terrible picture...))
Bio: born 1890 in rural Patagonia, Estevan could not settle for becoming a modest farmer and instead set out at a young age to become a fighter pilot in the Chilean army. As a boy, young Estevan was enraptured by the aura of the fearless general Hidalgo and sought to model himself after the man. Estevan enlisted in the Nacional Army when he was just 16 and swore his allegiance to the mighty Caudillo. Estevan proved his bravery and aptitude for war in the Nacional conquest of Paraguay. Within weeks, Estevan became the hero of the Northern Chilean Army, was promoted, and became the right hand man of General Hidalgo himself. At the outbreak of the 4th (or is it 6th?) Chilean civil war, Estevan was torn. Should he back his aiding mentor and hero or side with the populists who promised democracy and justice? In the end, Estevan was swayed away from the Frente Nacional by the liberal dogma of Caitan Crazzio, known by many as the most moderate (yet most dangerous) Fascist in government. Leaving the Northern Chilean Army, Estevan travelled south and stirred up support for the revolution. After several hard-won battles, the war was won and Estevan went back to his farmland, weary and sick of war. His status as a national hero in the Frente Nacional and his valiant service in the Chilean Civil War made sure that he would eventually be pulled back to Santiago... into the thick of politics. After being elected the congressman of his province, Estevan travelled back to Chile's capital. Now the only question is... with what party will this war hero align himself with?
((truly... this is a terrible picture...))
Bio: born 1890 in rural Patagonia, Estevan could not settle for becoming a modest farmer and instead set out at a young age to become a fighter pilot in the Chilean army. As a boy, young Estevan was enraptured by the aura of the fearless general Hidalgo and sought to model himself after the man. Estevan enlisted in the Nacional Army when he was just 16 and swore his allegiance to the mighty Caudillo. Estevan proved his bravery and aptitude for war in the Nacional conquest of Paraguay. Within weeks, Estevan became the hero of the Northern Chilean Army, was promoted, and became the right hand man of General Hidalgo himself. At the outbreak of the 4th (or is it 6th?) Chilean civil war, Estevan was torn. Should he back his aiding mentor and hero or side with the populists who promised democracy and justice? In the end, Estevan was swayed away from the Frente Nacional by the liberal dogma of Caitan Crazzio, known by many as the most moderate (yet most dangerous) Fascist in government. Leaving the Northern Chilean Army, Estevan travelled south and stirred up support for the revolution. After several hard-won battles, the war was won and Estevan went back to his farmland, weary and sick of war. His status as a national hero in the Frente Nacional and his valiant service in the Chilean Civil War made sure that he would eventually be pulled back to Santiago... into the thick of politics. After being elected the congressman of his province, Estevan travelled back to Chile's capital. Now the only question is... with what party will this war hero align himself with?
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I will do my best to defend Chile against French imperialism. It is imperative that we strike down French aggression, lest they get even grander ideas. Forwards comrades, we shall best the French! Like lightning, we shall strike the French forces and win peas for South America.
- Caveo Kalambur
- Caveo Kalambur
Retired Admiral Eduardo Alvarez died March 18, 1916, from complications in surgery (the story goes that he had fallen off of a tree while removing a bird nest in his house's rain gutter). He was 72 years old.
New Character
Senator from Buenos Aires, Agustin Serrano
Born: 1890
Party: Communista
Agustin's father Antonio had been a militia leader - some suggest he was a deserter from one of the coups in Chile - of a far rightist anti-Germánist militia in the crumbling state of Argentina. When Chilean forces marched into Buenos Aires in 1903, Mariano marched with them and gained a relatively obscure military post in the newly annexed territories. With his new power and money, Mariano sent Agustin to a Spanish university to further his education.
This was a mistake. Agustin had never had a good relationship with his father and in Spain he learned about the Communist cause. After a series of incredibly vitriolic letters, the two parted ways for several years. Agustin returned in 1906 to flee his debts in Spain (as his father's rejection included a severance of all financial support), and joined the Red Guard of Chile. Revolution followed soon afterwards, and Agustin's regiment stormed the offices of the local nationalist leaders. Mariano was killed during the firefight and the city was temporarily in the hands of the Red Guard.
After the return of democracy, however, Agustin became less enthused with the idealistic and revolutionary Communist organizations in Chile. "The Socialistas at least get something done." he often said to his friends. He left the Red Guard and ran for office, following the lead of the socialists (and the communists to some degree) in taking power by the newly reinstated elections.
New Character
Senator from Buenos Aires, Agustin Serrano
Born: 1890
Party: Communista
Agustin's father Antonio had been a militia leader - some suggest he was a deserter from one of the coups in Chile - of a far rightist anti-Germánist militia in the crumbling state of Argentina. When Chilean forces marched into Buenos Aires in 1903, Mariano marched with them and gained a relatively obscure military post in the newly annexed territories. With his new power and money, Mariano sent Agustin to a Spanish university to further his education.
This was a mistake. Agustin had never had a good relationship with his father and in Spain he learned about the Communist cause. After a series of incredibly vitriolic letters, the two parted ways for several years. Agustin returned in 1906 to flee his debts in Spain (as his father's rejection included a severance of all financial support), and joined the Red Guard of Chile. Revolution followed soon afterwards, and Agustin's regiment stormed the offices of the local nationalist leaders. Mariano was killed during the firefight and the city was temporarily in the hands of the Red Guard.
After the return of democracy, however, Agustin became less enthused with the idealistic and revolutionary Communist organizations in Chile. "The Socialistas at least get something done." he often said to his friends. He left the Red Guard and ran for office, following the lead of the socialists (and the communists to some degree) in taking power by the newly reinstated elections.
Truly, we can see by the export rise based upon the jingoist Frente Nacional policies has led single-handedly to Chile's economic growth. We can not allow others to take credit for our work, nor can we be led in righteous war by weak military-choking mongrels. Government will soon become true again, and I intend to spur this process along.
Senator Hernan de Escovedo
Senator Hernan de Escovedo
"I thank the Republic for giving me the honour of leading two of its finest armies."
~ Ernesto F. Fuentes, General of the La Plata and Patagonia Armies
~ Ernesto F. Fuentes, General of the La Plata and Patagonia Armies
I will retire from politics and the military come next election. It's imperative that the succession within the Ministry of Defense goes smoothly with the War in the Caribbean.
The Frente Nacional gives its support to the Chilean Army and the Chilean State in the defense of our nation from the French invaders. Viva Chile!
Also I welcome Esteban Evarado, the first chilean pilot, into the congreso. In this mood of innovation, I propose the following bill:
Also I welcome Esteban Evarado, the first chilean pilot, into the congreso. In this mood of innovation, I propose the following bill:
I would like to remind you that aircraft are not suitable for carrying large amounts of people.
Ernesto's party turned out to be a great success with many prominent members of Chilean society attending. Ernesto also gave a gem incrested gold necklace to every lady at the party and a silver watch to every man.
The 1st and 2nd Army's of the republic will stop at nothing to curb the power of these French aggressors.
General of the 1st army of the Republic
General of the 2nd Army of the Republic
Minister of the Interior
Former leader of the Peasant's Army of Chile
-Francisco Villa
General of the 1st army of the Republic
General of the 2nd Army of the Republic
Minister of the Interior
Former leader of the Peasant's Army of Chile
-Francisco Villa
If the party vote is still up, I still support a moderate Partido Republican. If not, then I wish to announce my candidacy for Alcade of Santiago, a position held by my father before the Empire.