Allied Joint Operations Meeting

[Viktor_Vertex]

I Dr. Edvard Beneš proclaims in the name of Czechoslovakia, that we will stand against darkness and help you defeat terror whos comming for us. It will be hard, it will be bloody, but truth allways wins!

Welcome, ally!
Your arrival gives us a great delight, however we hope that you do realize your disadvantaged geographical position in the early years of the war...
However, if you and Poland can give the Axis enough time for Franco-Brits to kick nationalist Spain out of the war, the western front might even start offensive operations to force the Axis to divert troops from dealing with offensives in the East to defence in the West.

 

[Lolkar]

Welcome, ally!
Your arrival gives us a great delight, however we hope that you do realize your disadvantaged geographical position in the early years of the war...
However, if you and Poland can give the Axis enough time for Franco-Brits to kick nationalist Spain out of the war, the western front might even start offensive operations to force the Axis to divert troops from dealing with offensives in the East to defence in the West.

Thank you for welcoming. We will stand at our borders until the last fighting men, we will never surender! And if we will be beaten, we will continue fight in exile that i promise you.

 

[Isoceth]

I would be interested in my fellow heads of state opinions on what arms of the military I should focus on. I fear due to the relative backwater status of my domain I shall only be able to focus on defence for some time.
Ideally I would be able to get some form of naval screen up but I feel this may only be feasible to consist of a submarine screen.

 

[Gerhard Lindt]

I would be interested in my fellow heads of state opinions on what arms of the military I should focus on. I fear due to the relative backwater status of my domain I shall only be able to focus on defence for some time.
Ideally I would be able to get some form of naval screen up but I feel this may only be feasible to consist of a submarine screen.

i would recommend building up your army more as the USA navy and airforce can deal with the Imperial japanese navy and airforce.

 

[Lolkar]

I would be interested in my fellow heads of state opinions on what arms of the military I should focus on. I fear due to the relative backwater status of my domain I shall only be able to focus on defence for some time.
Ideally I would be able to get some form of naval screen up but I feel this may only be feasible to consist of a submarine screen.

I think British Raj have big potencial in industry and in manpower so Grand battleplan doctrine and some mountain divisions with artillery. Defend east and be prepared for Persian attack from west or better attack first.

 

[Viktor_Vertex]

I think British Raj have big potencial in industry and in manpower so Grand battleplan doctrine and some mountain divisions with artillery. Defend east and be prepared for Persian attack from west or better attack first.

Ideally the east indian front would be fought in french indochina, which would make marines a good choice, however, this is worse of an option against possible japan naval insertions into india... In any case, terrain should be difficult so engineers and other terrain-penalty-reducers should come in handy.
Perhaps a bit controversial, but a division or two of british armor might come in handy, since Japs will definitely not expect them, and if you get pushed back into more flat lands, there is nothing more beautiful as seeing tanks wreck unprepared infantry...

 

[Isoceth]

I concur with the main focus on land forces, but I would also think that a secondary and lesser focus of air would be sensible since the USA could get bogged down with Japan.
And as for Persia, I fear that due to the rules laid down by the league of nations it would be very difficult for the British Raj, a democratic nation, to attack first if the axis make a concerted push to get them on board early. However I will aim to focus my intelligence assets on supporting democratic elements within Persia. Would it be feasible for paratroopers and their support aircraft to reach that far of a distance away from mainland India?

With regards to marines, I am not sure that they would be the best use if they only get bonuses for amphibious invasions as that would require a reasonably sized navy for support to transport them in and would therefore be useless until mainland Europe has been stabilised.

 

[Viktor_Vertex]

I concur with the main focus on land forces, but I would also think that a secondary and lesser focus of air would be sensible since the USA could get bogged down with Japan.
And as for Persia, I fear that due to the rules laid down by the league of nations it would be very difficult for the British Raj, a democratic nation, to attack first if the axis make a concerted push to get them on board early. However I will aim to focus my intelligence assets on supporting democratic elements within Persia. Would it be feasible for paratroopers and their support aircraft to reach that far of a distance away from mainland India?

With regards to marines, I am not sure that they would be the best use if they only get bonuses for amphibious invasions as that would require a reasonably sized navy for support to transport them in and would therefore be useless until mainland Europe has been stabilised.

Governor, marines are well trained in fighting over river and jungle terrain too, ideal for conditions in south asia, which is a zone of our interests, including french indochina and Siam. I am personally of opinion that Siam should be influenced to join us before Iran is, since a more secure east is in my opinion better than a more secure west in that theatre. Most of the resources are in the east already

 

[Isoceth]

I stand corrected. Excellent that my overlord the UK is on the ball.
I think who I focus on will depend upon what the opening moves of the axis in Asia turn out to be. But for the terrain of both my northern territories, Siam, and Persia a combination of mountaineers and marines would be ideal. With standard infantry in the south guarding against any naval invasions.

 

[thetom54]

Canada reporting in and pledges it's support to defend the homeland!

 

[Isoceth]

Welcome Canada.
I would also like to make a request of Britain that if the Indian ocean islands are not under my control that they be transferred if possible.

 

[atm]

I, king George VI,

approve secession of Indian ocean islands when hostilities between United Kingdom and Japan erupts.

Also due to the focus on European and North African theather it may happen that naval supremacy in zone of South East Asia won't be possible until we persuade our friends from USA to join us. Therefore please focus on army buildup as already proposed by my colleague from parliament.

However if everything goes according to plan and British Royal Navy will be able to destroy German and Italian fleet it will be possible to relocate bulk of the fleet to protect British assets in Asia however this development is uncertain and shouldn|t be counted on!

Also dear colleagues we shall discuss potential of our support to China in case they are attacked by expanding Empire of Japan. Any proposals?

signed

King George VI

 

[Gerhard Lindt]

Also dear colleagues we shall discuss potential of our support to China in case they are attacked by expanding Empire of Japan. Any proposals?

If Japan takes any hostile action against China then The USA will start sending out lend lease to the Chinese. Mainly infrantary equipment and tanks. The idea is to bog down the Japanese in China. This would tie down their troops would the USA join. And also inflict thousands of casulties on the Japanese.

 

[atm]

Excellent! This should slow down Japanese and give U.K. more time to focus on Europe theater.

Also in case war is declared between Allies and Japan and China still stands strong we should think about sending expeditionary force to China, I would recommend that Raj focuses later on also on this.

signed

King George VI

 

[Lolkar]

Dear leaders, generals, governors and kings. Axis and commitern grows in numbers, we need to find another democratic allies. Terrible news, Poland is going to be Axis. Also do we have U.S. president? I was also thinking, when i will fall i will hotjoin to some free country like South Africa or some South American country.

 

[Isoceth]

I agree with the primary focus on an army buildup since I will not be able to compete for naval dominance alone. However I would suggest a secondary lesser focus on naval harrasment using any already constructed naval factories.
And if we can get china and siam on board through any means then that will push the eastern front right up to japans doorstep.

 

[Gerhard Lindt]

Also do we have U.S. president?

yeah im USA

 

[atm]

Spills his tea.

Polish, our allies, proponents of freedom are willing to join this menace of the world? Outrageous!

In that case I recommend that our colleagues from Czechoslovakia to be prepared for exile government because their position is un-defendable. Fear not though, we will restore order in Europe in case that Germany will try to prey upon your territory!

We should send envoys to Poland to discourage them from this, I dare to say, betreyal of free world!

signed

King George VI

 

[atm]

I agree with the primary focus on an army buildup since I will not be able to compete for naval dominance alone. However I would suggest a secondary lesser focus on naval harrasment using any already constructed naval factories.
And if we can get china and siam on board through any means then that will push the eastern front right up to japans doorstep.

Brilliant idea, I would encourage build up of small submarine fleet which may be able to disrupt enemy convoys. Especially on start there will be also a lot of trade betwen Germany and Japan going through Indian ocean and all Japanese units stationed on islands in Pacific will have to be supplied by convoys. Same applies for potential invasion in China.

Due to the situation I would not recommend to build bigger fleet in classical manner. USA and Britain should take this position and their naval yards are more suited for the job.

signed

King George VI

 

[Isoceth]

I fear Poland has already been promised too much by these overzealous facist land allocation conferences. However preemptive these may be.
I have no plans for a conventional navy until there is a considerable allied presence in the Indian Ocean so I can provide support.

Also OOC, does anybody know if a puppet can have puppets? I doubt it but one can dream.