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Part V. Opportunity and a Lucky Escape.
The war in the east had provided the league with a tantalising glimpse of what it might obtain, namely control of the baltic trade, and perhaps a small scale expansion in that area. It was decided that in order to prepare for the upcoming likelihood of war good relations should be fostered amongst the three members of the alliance and that a large and well-coordinated army should be prepared for the conflict. In 1574 a state gift was given to the dutch and in 1575 the same wad given to the teutonic order. That same year vassal status in the league was offered to the dutch but they politely refused. It was cheerfully noted that the russians gave the poles a bloody nose with the acquisition of welikia and 68d in conclusion of their recent round of hostilities. From 1577-8 great strides were made in Naval advances (from tech 8-10) and the fortress in Mecklenberg was once again reinforced for free by the merchants on the city keen to protect their valuable monopoly in the region.
In 1579 the league declared war on Poland-Lithuania, before the latter DoW'ed the Order as was normally the case, and all alliances honoured there friends. From the outset it was clear there was a lot of skill mixed with a fair bit of fortune. In March the bohemians sent a small force to attack Berlin again, as the league attacked carefully via Danzig (Fig. 17) creating a safer route for the main hansa army to directly attack the polish capital of Mazovia (Fig. 18).
In July all is going according to plan with the dutch performing beyond the leagues wildest expectations in western poland. The war is assisted by the polish inistance on tackling the almost impenetrable fortress of the Teutonic Order far away from the real fighting. By February 1580 Mazovia is close to falling when news is heard of a polish withdrawal from the north and reports of them heading southwards. Even though the capital falls in March the polish army, and extremely large army, marchs past intent on recapturing dutch held crakow and silesia. Danzig falls in August and although the polish are looking increasingly likely to remove control of the capital peace is quickly secured with a reasonable financial restitution and the control of the danzig port and CoT (Fig. 19). For Poland-Lithuania it is a bitter and humiliating defeat.
Incredibly the Teutonic Order are DoW'ed in March that same year dragging the war-weary alliance into war with prussia and denmark who quickly attack at both extremes of the league inflicting quick defeats on it (Fig. 20). A massive rebellion in Danzig only makes matters worse. Fortunately the Russians are quick to secure peace with the Teutons ending the war almost as soon as it had started. During the conflict Russia, Prussia, Denmark and Venice were all embargo'd from tading in the northern baltic.
Original pictures lost - so links removed.
The war in the east had provided the league with a tantalising glimpse of what it might obtain, namely control of the baltic trade, and perhaps a small scale expansion in that area. It was decided that in order to prepare for the upcoming likelihood of war good relations should be fostered amongst the three members of the alliance and that a large and well-coordinated army should be prepared for the conflict. In 1574 a state gift was given to the dutch and in 1575 the same wad given to the teutonic order. That same year vassal status in the league was offered to the dutch but they politely refused. It was cheerfully noted that the russians gave the poles a bloody nose with the acquisition of welikia and 68d in conclusion of their recent round of hostilities. From 1577-8 great strides were made in Naval advances (from tech 8-10) and the fortress in Mecklenberg was once again reinforced for free by the merchants on the city keen to protect their valuable monopoly in the region.
In 1579 the league declared war on Poland-Lithuania, before the latter DoW'ed the Order as was normally the case, and all alliances honoured there friends. From the outset it was clear there was a lot of skill mixed with a fair bit of fortune. In March the bohemians sent a small force to attack Berlin again, as the league attacked carefully via Danzig (Fig. 17) creating a safer route for the main hansa army to directly attack the polish capital of Mazovia (Fig. 18).
In July all is going according to plan with the dutch performing beyond the leagues wildest expectations in western poland. The war is assisted by the polish inistance on tackling the almost impenetrable fortress of the Teutonic Order far away from the real fighting. By February 1580 Mazovia is close to falling when news is heard of a polish withdrawal from the north and reports of them heading southwards. Even though the capital falls in March the polish army, and extremely large army, marchs past intent on recapturing dutch held crakow and silesia. Danzig falls in August and although the polish are looking increasingly likely to remove control of the capital peace is quickly secured with a reasonable financial restitution and the control of the danzig port and CoT (Fig. 19). For Poland-Lithuania it is a bitter and humiliating defeat.
Incredibly the Teutonic Order are DoW'ed in March that same year dragging the war-weary alliance into war with prussia and denmark who quickly attack at both extremes of the league inflicting quick defeats on it (Fig. 20). A massive rebellion in Danzig only makes matters worse. Fortunately the Russians are quick to secure peace with the Teutons ending the war almost as soon as it had started. During the conflict Russia, Prussia, Denmark and Venice were all embargo'd from tading in the northern baltic.
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Originally posted by Morpheus506
Poland likes getting big in your games, doesn't it
It certainly does... is it just me? I am curious.
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Yes I saw you sneak in without even as much as touching a beer and that caught my attention, well I might check in here now and then even though I have never played EU 1 because judging of what I have read so far this could be a very interesting read
Originally posted by pjcrowe
Maybe you should have titled this one The League of Extrordinary Germans
-Pat
They might be good, but they aren't that good
(by the way LXG looks like a fantastic film)
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Yeah i never touch the stuff... don't tell anyone i ordered an orange juice okay?
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Part VI. Defensive Wars.
In 1584, following the war, troops levels had become dangerously low. Replenishments are ordered immediately especially in light of the near continually revolting province of danzig in the east. In 1585 early optics allow us to keep an even closer eye on the danish to the north and the following year allows to spy a war around us involving skirmishes between the danish and swedes, the polish and the prussians... so long as they are attacking each other we dont mind. These conflicts eventually end up with sweden obtaining Kola, and Poland-Lithuania regaining Welikia.
In march 1592 however, flush with recent battlefield success, Poland-Luthuania once again DoW the Teutonic Order drawing in a huge anti-league alliance this time consisting of Spain, France and Sweden to name but a few. It seems as if this alliance has been busy of late. In december Mazovia is invested with a large larg army as Berlin, Brandenburg is also attacked by the Polish (Fig. 21). By mid 1592 increasing amounts of men are being deployed in the conflict, the dutch once again attacking in Crakow as Mazovia nearly falls to the League (Fig. 22). It is decided, after inconcuslive battles against the P-L that further conflict will only serve to weaken the league, and payment of 138d is made to a delegation in Mazovia.
The Edict of Tolerance is issued in 1593 and the Genoese, Spanish and Austrians are quick to "reconvert". In 1595 an important development is obtained in logistics (Land: 11) allowing us to explore unknown lands... all we need now is a route to the new world discovered almost a century ago by the Spanish. That same year the league is improved further still after massive infrastructure investment pays dividends allowing us to promote governors in all the regions and by March 1597 every province in the land has one of these administrators governing them directly greatingimproving production and tax collection in there province.
In 1597, somewhat surprisingly, the Russians declare war on the Teutonic Order. The main concern of the league is the large danish force stationed in Copenhagen and mid-1598 this force is engaged and decisively weakened (Fig. 23). In late 1598 copenhagen falls to the league who manage to secure almost 500d in reparations once again humiliating the danes. In 1600 the danish misery is complete as the dutch also sack copenhagen (Fig. 24).
Original pictures lost - so links removed.
In 1584, following the war, troops levels had become dangerously low. Replenishments are ordered immediately especially in light of the near continually revolting province of danzig in the east. In 1585 early optics allow us to keep an even closer eye on the danish to the north and the following year allows to spy a war around us involving skirmishes between the danish and swedes, the polish and the prussians... so long as they are attacking each other we dont mind. These conflicts eventually end up with sweden obtaining Kola, and Poland-Lithuania regaining Welikia.
In march 1592 however, flush with recent battlefield success, Poland-Luthuania once again DoW the Teutonic Order drawing in a huge anti-league alliance this time consisting of Spain, France and Sweden to name but a few. It seems as if this alliance has been busy of late. In december Mazovia is invested with a large larg army as Berlin, Brandenburg is also attacked by the Polish (Fig. 21). By mid 1592 increasing amounts of men are being deployed in the conflict, the dutch once again attacking in Crakow as Mazovia nearly falls to the League (Fig. 22). It is decided, after inconcuslive battles against the P-L that further conflict will only serve to weaken the league, and payment of 138d is made to a delegation in Mazovia.
The Edict of Tolerance is issued in 1593 and the Genoese, Spanish and Austrians are quick to "reconvert". In 1595 an important development is obtained in logistics (Land: 11) allowing us to explore unknown lands... all we need now is a route to the new world discovered almost a century ago by the Spanish. That same year the league is improved further still after massive infrastructure investment pays dividends allowing us to promote governors in all the regions and by March 1597 every province in the land has one of these administrators governing them directly greatingimproving production and tax collection in there province.
In 1597, somewhat surprisingly, the Russians declare war on the Teutonic Order. The main concern of the league is the large danish force stationed in Copenhagen and mid-1598 this force is engaged and decisively weakened (Fig. 23). In late 1598 copenhagen falls to the league who manage to secure almost 500d in reparations once again humiliating the danes. In 1600 the danish misery is complete as the dutch also sack copenhagen (Fig. 24).
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Seriously? Ok with all those drunkards in the bAAR it better stay confidential. Anyway nice update
Part VII. More Conflict, Early Voyages of Discovery.
White peace is eventually declared between the warring states of the League, Russia and Venice and not a moment too soon. In 1602 despite frantic attempts to re-arm we are faced, indirectly, with the declaration of war by the Polish again branding the same formidable alliance that was brought against us last time (France, Spain and Sweden). It is simply so great a task that to accept such a conflict when so critically weakened already by war is tantamount to suicide. Regretfully the call to honour the alliance is not honoured greatly reducing the reputation of the league. It appears that such a decision was perhaps a little too hasty as in 1604 the Teutons agree peace with the Poles yet again for a token reparation fee.
In 1606 the dutch, always strong friends, forgive our transgression and re-admit us to the alliance despite the fact that it still contains the heavily targeted Teutonic Order. We use the re-alliance in a selfish manner when the league decides, for no real reason other than expansion, to declare war on unaligned Saxony in 1606. Two large armies are sent across the border to Saxony (Fig. 25) and a large dutch force is sent to join battle with the Saxons. In November 1607 the dutch, having secured both provinces before the league manage to annex anhalt and acquire 250d in indemnities much to the annoyance of the league. In the later part of 1610 the remaining saxons are destroyed and the province of saxony is annexed into the League (Fig. 26).
In 1611 the Fine Arts Academy in Mecklenberg is suspiciously burnt to the ground. A year later, finally, the league army is equipped with muskets that have been in common use in europe for years already. The ability to build larger (Level 3) fortresses also becomes a practical possibility. By 1614 the last fortress upgrades are completed across the entirety of the league. In 1615 a crucial development in naval technology is achieved with the development of cartography (Naval: 21) allowing regular ships to conduct voyages of exploration.
Between 1615-16 Von Curow begins his legendary first voyage to North America exploring from the Gulf of St. Lawrence to as far south as Florida before returning to Mecklenberg to report on his findings. It would appear that a great deal of the north is under the early control of both France and England. In the south, from delaware to Savannah it remains open to claims. In 1617 the first league trade posts are founded in Santee and Carolina (Fig. 28).
White peace is eventually declared between the warring states of the League, Russia and Venice and not a moment too soon. In 1602 despite frantic attempts to re-arm we are faced, indirectly, with the declaration of war by the Polish again branding the same formidable alliance that was brought against us last time (France, Spain and Sweden). It is simply so great a task that to accept such a conflict when so critically weakened already by war is tantamount to suicide. Regretfully the call to honour the alliance is not honoured greatly reducing the reputation of the league. It appears that such a decision was perhaps a little too hasty as in 1604 the Teutons agree peace with the Poles yet again for a token reparation fee.
In 1606 the dutch, always strong friends, forgive our transgression and re-admit us to the alliance despite the fact that it still contains the heavily targeted Teutonic Order. We use the re-alliance in a selfish manner when the league decides, for no real reason other than expansion, to declare war on unaligned Saxony in 1606. Two large armies are sent across the border to Saxony (Fig. 25) and a large dutch force is sent to join battle with the Saxons. In November 1607 the dutch, having secured both provinces before the league manage to annex anhalt and acquire 250d in indemnities much to the annoyance of the league. In the later part of 1610 the remaining saxons are destroyed and the province of saxony is annexed into the League (Fig. 26).
In 1611 the Fine Arts Academy in Mecklenberg is suspiciously burnt to the ground. A year later, finally, the league army is equipped with muskets that have been in common use in europe for years already. The ability to build larger (Level 3) fortresses also becomes a practical possibility. By 1614 the last fortress upgrades are completed across the entirety of the league. In 1615 a crucial development in naval technology is achieved with the development of cartography (Naval: 21) allowing regular ships to conduct voyages of exploration.
Between 1615-16 Von Curow begins his legendary first voyage to North America exploring from the Gulf of St. Lawrence to as far south as Florida before returning to Mecklenberg to report on his findings. It would appear that a great deal of the north is under the early control of both France and England. In the south, from delaware to Savannah it remains open to claims. In 1617 the first league trade posts are founded in Santee and Carolina (Fig. 28).
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Originally posted by Judge
Seriously? Ok with all those drunkards in the bAAR it better stay confidential. Anyway nice update
Definitely
And okay... it's our secret! Thanks for the compliments.
Part VIII. Colonial Settlement.
In 1617, New Bremen (Carolina), is officialy founded as the first Hanseatic League settlement in North America.In 1619 we are able to trade embargo all nations without penalty allowing us to continue strenghtening our vice-like monopolisation on Danzig and Mecklenberg CoT's. This is re-inforced shortly afterwards with the arrival of the first "colonial" army and fleet in the region. The Conquistador "Loeffler" arrives in 1620 and begins "sweeiping" the coast clear of any native in the region. This is undertaken largely because that same year the league declare to the colonising nations of western europe that all lands from chesapeake to savannah are henceforth considered league property. It is decided that in order to warrant such claims further settlement should be conducted immediately.
Musketeers (Land: 13) become available in 1621, and (at the same time) New Western Pommerania (Chesapeake) is established. By 1622, whether they be by trade post or colony, all claims made in 1620 are finally held by the league (Fig. 29). Throughout the early 1620's New Bremen becomes the principal focus of expansion in the region finally being inaugurated as the first city in the region in 1627. In 1626 Von Curow's 2nd Voyage begins from New Bremen and he explores parts of the Gulf of Mexico before being forced to return to the city for replenishments. Von Curow's 3rd Voyage (1627-8) reveals what is left of the Gulf of Mexico (Fig. 30).
In 1628 Von Curow continues his explorations in and around Cuba, circumnavigating the island in October 1628. In 1629 a Shipyard is commissioned in Mecklenberg as colonial settlement and exploration picks up in both frequency and profit. Despite being attacked by Pirates in early 1629 Von Curow is still able to explore jamaica, the Isthmus and the Mosquito Coast before sailing along the north Venezuelan coastline in 1630 (Fig. 31). The first Chief Judge is recruited in New Bremen in 1630. The voyages of Von Curow are largely overlook however by the rather devious theft of spanish sea charts later that year which reveal how extensive the settlement is of the americas (Fig. 32), africa and the far east.
In 1617, New Bremen (Carolina), is officialy founded as the first Hanseatic League settlement in North America.In 1619 we are able to trade embargo all nations without penalty allowing us to continue strenghtening our vice-like monopolisation on Danzig and Mecklenberg CoT's. This is re-inforced shortly afterwards with the arrival of the first "colonial" army and fleet in the region. The Conquistador "Loeffler" arrives in 1620 and begins "sweeiping" the coast clear of any native in the region. This is undertaken largely because that same year the league declare to the colonising nations of western europe that all lands from chesapeake to savannah are henceforth considered league property. It is decided that in order to warrant such claims further settlement should be conducted immediately.
Musketeers (Land: 13) become available in 1621, and (at the same time) New Western Pommerania (Chesapeake) is established. By 1622, whether they be by trade post or colony, all claims made in 1620 are finally held by the league (Fig. 29). Throughout the early 1620's New Bremen becomes the principal focus of expansion in the region finally being inaugurated as the first city in the region in 1627. In 1626 Von Curow's 2nd Voyage begins from New Bremen and he explores parts of the Gulf of Mexico before being forced to return to the city for replenishments. Von Curow's 3rd Voyage (1627-8) reveals what is left of the Gulf of Mexico (Fig. 30).
In 1628 Von Curow continues his explorations in and around Cuba, circumnavigating the island in October 1628. In 1629 a Shipyard is commissioned in Mecklenberg as colonial settlement and exploration picks up in both frequency and profit. Despite being attacked by Pirates in early 1629 Von Curow is still able to explore jamaica, the Isthmus and the Mosquito Coast before sailing along the north Venezuelan coastline in 1630 (Fig. 31). The first Chief Judge is recruited in New Bremen in 1630. The voyages of Von Curow are largely overlook however by the rather devious theft of spanish sea charts later that year which reveal how extensive the settlement is of the americas (Fig. 32), africa and the far east.
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Part IX. Defeat and a Change of Focus.
In 1632, further developments in military technology (Land: 15 ~ Earl Pistols) coincide with the completion of the massive shipyards in Mecklenberg and a massive improve in trading ability (Trade: 5 ~ Loads more money!) that later, will prove so important in the settlement of league cities abroad. The relative peace that has been enjoyed for the last few decades is shattered when the Polish Anti-League Alliance declares war on the league directly in 1632 hoping for a swift victory. In May 1632 it is assumed that the war is fairly meaningless as only a token force of prussians moves forward to occupy Danzig (Fig. 33). The League is initially confident of victory. The 1634 a brand new CoT opens in New Bremen, and early accounts, are it is a truly incredible CoT worth a fortune for the league.
That same month forces in the league holdings on north america launch attacks on spanish holdings (Fig. 34) south of savannah for their part in the Polish Alliance. However promising the early signs are, military backwardness and sheer pressure, begin to assert themselves on the battlefields. Serious reverses in New Bremen and in and around Danzig cause serious complications for the league. In March 1634 the league eagerly pay 250d to the Prussians who they are unable to dislodge from Danzig and in May the Swedish are similarly paid 133d to leave northern germany. In May 1635 the genoese, sieging New Bremen, are paid 45d to leave. This freedom allows the incredibly rich CoT in New Bremen to be monopolised generating truly staggering income for the league in the early tobacco trade.
In September 1635, under pressure from the Poles we decide rather than continue to war, to offer 50d and the rebellious saxon provinces to them. They accept thus ending the war (Fig 35) and any war for the league for several decades. In 1636 it is decided that the way forward needs to be consolidation and development of the colonies (Fig. 36) and of heavy investment into land tech in order not to be outclassed by all of our neighbours anymore.
In 1632, further developments in military technology (Land: 15 ~ Earl Pistols) coincide with the completion of the massive shipyards in Mecklenberg and a massive improve in trading ability (Trade: 5 ~ Loads more money!) that later, will prove so important in the settlement of league cities abroad. The relative peace that has been enjoyed for the last few decades is shattered when the Polish Anti-League Alliance declares war on the league directly in 1632 hoping for a swift victory. In May 1632 it is assumed that the war is fairly meaningless as only a token force of prussians moves forward to occupy Danzig (Fig. 33). The League is initially confident of victory. The 1634 a brand new CoT opens in New Bremen, and early accounts, are it is a truly incredible CoT worth a fortune for the league.
That same month forces in the league holdings on north america launch attacks on spanish holdings (Fig. 34) south of savannah for their part in the Polish Alliance. However promising the early signs are, military backwardness and sheer pressure, begin to assert themselves on the battlefields. Serious reverses in New Bremen and in and around Danzig cause serious complications for the league. In March 1634 the league eagerly pay 250d to the Prussians who they are unable to dislodge from Danzig and in May the Swedish are similarly paid 133d to leave northern germany. In May 1635 the genoese, sieging New Bremen, are paid 45d to leave. This freedom allows the incredibly rich CoT in New Bremen to be monopolised generating truly staggering income for the league in the early tobacco trade.
In September 1635, under pressure from the Poles we decide rather than continue to war, to offer 50d and the rebellious saxon provinces to them. They accept thus ending the war (Fig 35) and any war for the league for several decades. In 1636 it is decided that the way forward needs to be consolidation and development of the colonies (Fig. 36) and of heavy investment into land tech in order not to be outclassed by all of our neighbours anymore.
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Part X. Colonial Power and Extraordinary Wealth.
In 1636 we are able to finally begin construction of weapons manufactury's Land: 17) allowing us to better equipe and train our forces. The war in the colonies has convinced the league administrators that these parts of the league represent a viable and profitable future. Carolina is Fortified and New Western Pommerania (Chesapeake) is inaugurated as a city in 1638. In 1639 further advances in the miliary allow constructions of Level 4 fortifications. Danzig and Brandenburg become the focus of massive constructions efforts to ensure that, if attacked again, they can hold out for some serious time. In 1641 New Magdeburg (Delaware) is founded as the leagues original claims from 1620 are quietly extended. A governor and fortress are provided to New Western Pommerania. New Bremen, quickly rising in size and power, is given a level 4 fortress further protecting the lucrative CoT. From 1640 to 1649 the colonies are quickly developed and expanded into Manhattan, Alleghany and Appalache (Fig. 37). In 1646 a weapons manufactory is completed in Magdeburg.
In 1652, the economy is positively booming with trade monopolised in three CoT's. The development of New Bremen into a major league city in the americas is completed with creation of a weapons manufactory that same year (Fig. 38). Throughout the 1650's and 1660's major infrastructure programs are intitied and completed throughout the leagues holdings in europe and in america (Fig. 39). Additional weapons manufactury's are completed in Brandenburg (1660) and level 5 fortifications are completed everywhere by 1669.
In 1670 conscription is introduced throughout the league (Land: 31) as the military advances continue to come thick and thin. In mecklenberg the first conscription centre is completed by 1671, as the tobacco trade is dominated by 1672 (Fig. 40). Weapons manufacturies are completed in Mecklenberg (1673) and Jylland (1676) further investing in money to military development. In the late 1670's the league is probably the most well-equipped, motivated trained force on the continent.
In 1636 we are able to finally begin construction of weapons manufactury's Land: 17) allowing us to better equipe and train our forces. The war in the colonies has convinced the league administrators that these parts of the league represent a viable and profitable future. Carolina is Fortified and New Western Pommerania (Chesapeake) is inaugurated as a city in 1638. In 1639 further advances in the miliary allow constructions of Level 4 fortifications. Danzig and Brandenburg become the focus of massive constructions efforts to ensure that, if attacked again, they can hold out for some serious time. In 1641 New Magdeburg (Delaware) is founded as the leagues original claims from 1620 are quietly extended. A governor and fortress are provided to New Western Pommerania. New Bremen, quickly rising in size and power, is given a level 4 fortress further protecting the lucrative CoT. From 1640 to 1649 the colonies are quickly developed and expanded into Manhattan, Alleghany and Appalache (Fig. 37). In 1646 a weapons manufactory is completed in Magdeburg.
In 1652, the economy is positively booming with trade monopolised in three CoT's. The development of New Bremen into a major league city in the americas is completed with creation of a weapons manufactory that same year (Fig. 38). Throughout the 1650's and 1660's major infrastructure programs are intitied and completed throughout the leagues holdings in europe and in america (Fig. 39). Additional weapons manufactury's are completed in Brandenburg (1660) and level 5 fortifications are completed everywhere by 1669.
In 1670 conscription is introduced throughout the league (Land: 31) as the military advances continue to come thick and thin. In mecklenberg the first conscription centre is completed by 1671, as the tobacco trade is dominated by 1672 (Fig. 40). Weapons manufacturies are completed in Mecklenberg (1673) and Jylland (1676) further investing in money to military development. In the late 1670's the league is probably the most well-equipped, motivated trained force on the continent.
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Part XI. Testing the Army.
In the late 1670's a weapons manufactury is completed in Santee Province, and around the same time as the trade in Holland is monopolised by the ever mercantilistic league. The Flintlock (Land: 33) comes into regular use amongst the army during 1679. In 1686 as Hussars (Land: 34) also swell the increasingly powerful league army as the rest of central and western europe goes to war with each other. It is noted during this time, when the alliance with holland and the Teutons ended, that the dutch eventually wound up on the same side as the polish. Strange how these things occur.
In 1686, war for the first time in decades, is contemplated against hessen... and a mere few months after the soldiers are brought to the border, and the basic planning is completed... war is declared. In January 1687 the league army marches on two fronts towards the mighty fortresses of the militant Hesse Kingdom (Fig. 41).
By January 1688 there have been some serious reversals, and it isnt until the following year (1690) the province of Hesse finally falls. An opportunistic attack on Kleves during this time is unfortunately repulsed. In January 1691 Munster finally falls and the order to attack Kleves is given (Fig. 42 & 43). Repulsed with heavy losses it isn't until August 1694 that Kleves falls. Both provinces are annexed to the league (Fig. 44) and bring with them two naval manufactories, one goods manufactory and (crucially) a conscription centre in Hesse itself.
Despite several (expected) rebellions Kleves rather weak fortifications are substantially improved, and in 1696 we come to the close of the 17th Century as part of a Austro-Russian Alliance. Who knows what the 18th Century will bring for the league?
In the late 1670's a weapons manufactury is completed in Santee Province, and around the same time as the trade in Holland is monopolised by the ever mercantilistic league. The Flintlock (Land: 33) comes into regular use amongst the army during 1679. In 1686 as Hussars (Land: 34) also swell the increasingly powerful league army as the rest of central and western europe goes to war with each other. It is noted during this time, when the alliance with holland and the Teutons ended, that the dutch eventually wound up on the same side as the polish. Strange how these things occur.
In 1686, war for the first time in decades, is contemplated against hessen... and a mere few months after the soldiers are brought to the border, and the basic planning is completed... war is declared. In January 1687 the league army marches on two fronts towards the mighty fortresses of the militant Hesse Kingdom (Fig. 41).
By January 1688 there have been some serious reversals, and it isnt until the following year (1690) the province of Hesse finally falls. An opportunistic attack on Kleves during this time is unfortunately repulsed. In January 1691 Munster finally falls and the order to attack Kleves is given (Fig. 42 & 43). Repulsed with heavy losses it isn't until August 1694 that Kleves falls. Both provinces are annexed to the league (Fig. 44) and bring with them two naval manufactories, one goods manufactory and (crucially) a conscription centre in Hesse itself.
Despite several (expected) rebellions Kleves rather weak fortifications are substantially improved, and in 1696 we come to the close of the 17th Century as part of a Austro-Russian Alliance. Who knows what the 18th Century will bring for the league?
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Part XII. The Eight Years War.
In 1704 a large scale conflict arose between the Russians and Polish, that would spiral beyond those two original combatants, and would later become known as the "Eight Years War" principally because of the decisive defeat the French and Poles received at the hands of the Hanseatic troops. The original cause of the war was over disputed territory in Eastern Poland, and it was to consume virtually all of europe, and parts of North America at its conclusion.
The target of the Hanseatic Army was initially Bohemia (Fig. 45). Anhalt was also quickly captured from the Dutch, now unfortunately our enemies, in Dec 1704. We conclude peace with Savoy for 3d in 1706 just shortly before Bohemia itself falls in April 1706. This victory, and the possession of Anhalt, convinces the the Dutch to conclude a mutally beneficial white peace freeing up troops for battle elsewhere.
In January 1708 Erz, north of Bohemia falls, and... fearing an early end to the war... The league settles peace with the Bohemian's by annexing Erz to the league. This province is particularly useful as it already has a weapons manufactury. The capture of Erz also draws the main Franco-Polish army to besiege it, conveniently drawing attention away from the attack that is underway on the Polish capital (Fig. 46). In October 1710 Mazovia falls, and North Western Poland becomes the general target for the Hanseatic Army.
In North America the French suffer serious setbacks against the marauding Hanseatic Colonial forces (Fig. 47) who rampage as far north as southern Quebec (just south of the St.Lawrence seaway) after originally clearing the french from the Appalachian mountains. Combined with victory in North America and the fall of Kustrin and Western Prussia by 1712 the Polish defeat is almost total. They are almost relieved at the end of 1712 to hand over Kustrin and Western Prussia (Fig. 48), and the French are begrudgingly handed back their colonies.
In 1704 a large scale conflict arose between the Russians and Polish, that would spiral beyond those two original combatants, and would later become known as the "Eight Years War" principally because of the decisive defeat the French and Poles received at the hands of the Hanseatic troops. The original cause of the war was over disputed territory in Eastern Poland, and it was to consume virtually all of europe, and parts of North America at its conclusion.
The target of the Hanseatic Army was initially Bohemia (Fig. 45). Anhalt was also quickly captured from the Dutch, now unfortunately our enemies, in Dec 1704. We conclude peace with Savoy for 3d in 1706 just shortly before Bohemia itself falls in April 1706. This victory, and the possession of Anhalt, convinces the the Dutch to conclude a mutally beneficial white peace freeing up troops for battle elsewhere.
In January 1708 Erz, north of Bohemia falls, and... fearing an early end to the war... The league settles peace with the Bohemian's by annexing Erz to the league. This province is particularly useful as it already has a weapons manufactury. The capture of Erz also draws the main Franco-Polish army to besiege it, conveniently drawing attention away from the attack that is underway on the Polish capital (Fig. 46). In October 1710 Mazovia falls, and North Western Poland becomes the general target for the Hanseatic Army.
In North America the French suffer serious setbacks against the marauding Hanseatic Colonial forces (Fig. 47) who rampage as far north as southern Quebec (just south of the St.Lawrence seaway) after originally clearing the french from the Appalachian mountains. Combined with victory in North America and the fall of Kustrin and Western Prussia by 1712 the Polish defeat is almost total. They are almost relieved at the end of 1712 to hand over Kustrin and Western Prussia (Fig. 48), and the French are begrudgingly handed back their colonies.
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Part XIII. Trade Wars.
The acquisition of the rather poorly organised polish provinces presents few problems to the bureaucratic league administrators within a matter of three to four years the infrastructure is already in place to control trade and services in the entire region. There are of course popular revolts against league rule... and they seem to be very popular in truth.
During the 1710's the leagues administrators see fit to impose global trade embargo's at no damage to the leagues reputation. The Austro-Russian alliance wars briefly with Turkey in 1719, and after giving token support to the war, it is thankfully over as soon as it had started in 1720 with Croatia coming under Austrian administration.
In 1722 a most concerning development takes place, the previously profitable monopolies held in Ile de France and Holland are terminated, and Hanseatic merchants harrassed, forced to leave or simply killed. With no suitable explanation from either state the league is ordered on a war footing. In 1723 every single province (Fig. 49) in hanseatic europe is given a Lvl 6 fortress making them all but impregnable and troops are moved to the Dutch border. In North America troops are ordered to be ready to attack French settlements as they did in the Eight Years War. Over 3000d is spent by the league on defenses, men and ammunition for the campaign. The fruits of this labour are shown admirably during the conflict.
On January 2nd 1725 the League declares war on former friend, Holland, for what it calls serious "breaches of its inalienable trading rights". Unfortunately Austria decline to become involved in such a conflict along with several other nations. Fortunately the Russians understand both the reasons and also a chance to attack their long time enemies, the Poles. The war is conducted exactly to plan. A three pronged attack (Fig. 50) completely suceeds in attacking Cologne, Holland and Friesen. A fourth diversionary army is sent south to take Bohemia out of the war as soon as is possible.
In November 1725 Cologne falls, and in March 1726 so does Friesen. In September 1726 Bohemia falls and Erz is freed from siege by the Bohemian's. Success is achieved by simply agreeing a white peace in March 1727 with them rather than pursue it any more. A few weeks later, success in colonial america, is recognised when catawba and catskill are taken (Fig. 51) from the defeated French forces in the region. December 1727 sees the Dutch Capital fall, and in February 1729 the CoT of Holland finally crumbles under the relentless siege. When Anhalt is taken at the end of 1728 the war is already over in all realistic sense of the words.
On July 1729 the rich trading centre of Holland and the obstructive province of Anhalt are secured (Fig. 52) to the Hanseatic League by Official Treaty. It pains us to take such measures against former friends.
The acquisition of the rather poorly organised polish provinces presents few problems to the bureaucratic league administrators within a matter of three to four years the infrastructure is already in place to control trade and services in the entire region. There are of course popular revolts against league rule... and they seem to be very popular in truth.
During the 1710's the leagues administrators see fit to impose global trade embargo's at no damage to the leagues reputation. The Austro-Russian alliance wars briefly with Turkey in 1719, and after giving token support to the war, it is thankfully over as soon as it had started in 1720 with Croatia coming under Austrian administration.
In 1722 a most concerning development takes place, the previously profitable monopolies held in Ile de France and Holland are terminated, and Hanseatic merchants harrassed, forced to leave or simply killed. With no suitable explanation from either state the league is ordered on a war footing. In 1723 every single province (Fig. 49) in hanseatic europe is given a Lvl 6 fortress making them all but impregnable and troops are moved to the Dutch border. In North America troops are ordered to be ready to attack French settlements as they did in the Eight Years War. Over 3000d is spent by the league on defenses, men and ammunition for the campaign. The fruits of this labour are shown admirably during the conflict.
On January 2nd 1725 the League declares war on former friend, Holland, for what it calls serious "breaches of its inalienable trading rights". Unfortunately Austria decline to become involved in such a conflict along with several other nations. Fortunately the Russians understand both the reasons and also a chance to attack their long time enemies, the Poles. The war is conducted exactly to plan. A three pronged attack (Fig. 50) completely suceeds in attacking Cologne, Holland and Friesen. A fourth diversionary army is sent south to take Bohemia out of the war as soon as is possible.
In November 1725 Cologne falls, and in March 1726 so does Friesen. In September 1726 Bohemia falls and Erz is freed from siege by the Bohemian's. Success is achieved by simply agreeing a white peace in March 1727 with them rather than pursue it any more. A few weeks later, success in colonial america, is recognised when catawba and catskill are taken (Fig. 51) from the defeated French forces in the region. December 1727 sees the Dutch Capital fall, and in February 1729 the CoT of Holland finally crumbles under the relentless siege. When Anhalt is taken at the end of 1728 the war is already over in all realistic sense of the words.
On July 1729 the rich trading centre of Holland and the obstructive province of Anhalt are secured (Fig. 52) to the Hanseatic League by Official Treaty. It pains us to take such measures against former friends.
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