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The united Imperial Family of France and Italy, hereby recognize the rightful legitimacy of the Hungarian branch of the Swedish Crown. The honourable Lord: II. Árpád is welcome in Paris as the sovereign of all Sweden.
To the displaced Hungarians of Finland we send our condolences, who could have forseen the massacres and atrocities committed by Austrian officials that would force the hungarian diaspora.
May god be with you.
The Sultan wishes to express his sympathy to all Hungarians murdered by the Austrian government in their so-called "conversion attempts". The Hungarians have lived happily as Ottoman subjects and we hope the Swedish government will aide the Empire in returning their home land to the rightful owner.
Hungary will be granted a limited autonomy within the Empire.
Hungary will be granted a limited autonomy within the Empire.
Austria has been very lax in its conversion attempts. A few hundred ducats were spent attempting to educate the misguided Hungarians in the one true faith. All incidental revolts that have taken place in Hungary were under the instigation of jihadists through the influence of French and Turkish propogandists, intelligence reports.
There is a great surge of catholic piety swelling in Hungary, partly as a result of our education efforts, and indeed many have returned to the faith because of this, but many have also returned to the faith spontaneously. Austria has never persecuted other religious groups within the realm, Hungarian or other. The Archduke is also King of Hungary after all. All his subjects are treated fairly.
What is the Ottoman Sultan talking about, Hungarians living happily under Turkish rule? The Turks are the ones who brought about Hungary's downfall in the first place, and then forcefully converted the all christian population with blood and persecution. That so many are turning back to catholicism simply shows how much they hated life under Ottoman rule.
There is a great surge of catholic piety swelling in Hungary, partly as a result of our education efforts, and indeed many have returned to the faith because of this, but many have also returned to the faith spontaneously. Austria has never persecuted other religious groups within the realm, Hungarian or other. The Archduke is also King of Hungary after all. All his subjects are treated fairly.
What is the Ottoman Sultan talking about, Hungarians living happily under Turkish rule? The Turks are the ones who brought about Hungary's downfall in the first place, and then forcefully converted the all christian population with blood and persecution. That so many are turning back to catholicism simply shows how much they hated life under Ottoman rule.
Return of the Sultan
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The Empire strikes back
With the Sultan being held in the Koprulu tower in Istanbul by the Ienicer Secret Police (or ISP), Europe continued to be at war. Reports to the Empire were incomplete, as all considered the Ottomans as "the sick man of Europe". However, the Sultan wanted to prove everyone wrong. His correspondence, from prison, with the most powerful man in Europe at the time, Emperor Shark of the IFR, proves it.
It was clear that Austria was on its knees. There were only two things that could prevent a declaration of war against the Archduke: a Russian intervention, and an Iberian naval operation in the Mediterranean. Fortunately, Russia was in anarchy, as one dynasty has died, and a new Czar rose to the throne. Spain and Portugal were busy holding the advance of the best army in the world (the French one) into Iberia, and a lack of diplomatic foresight on their behalf saw the two houses of Habsburg not formally allied.
Armies were recruited on boh sides of the Straits, as to prevent a possible DOW from Spain or Portugal. Austria was attacked, and Hungary was overrun by Jannissaries thirsty for revenge, from the times of the great Prinz Eugene. Hungary occupied, a secret peace deal was secured with the Archduke: Austria would hand over muslim lands in Hungary, while the Sultan agreed to switch sides and treacherously betray his ally in Paris.
Since the plunder of Alexandria, that jewel of the Arabic world was in the hands of foreign invaders from France, on the basis of maintaining order in a Center of Trade during the anarchy in the Empire. Talks with the French monarch proved useless in this direction, as Alexandria was considered too precious to be given back to its rightful owner. So the moral excuse for the betrayal was set. As soon as peace has been signed with Austria, the Archduke received numerous gifts from the recovering Ottoman Empire, while in the same time armies were being recruited from Egypt to Isfahan and Macedonia.
Then there was war again. Jannissaries again rushed into Hungary, strangely this time they fought alongside their former enemies, under the command of some of the military geniuses of the time. Several times they were routed, other times they weer able to beat the attackers back. Now naval superiority in the Adiratic allowed amphibious attacks as well. The army regouped and a counter-attack commenced.
Plans of attack are being made against a war-weary Poland, with the intention of bringing them to the peace table, and more troops are sent to Hungary. Would the war last, or will there be lasting peace? My money is on war.
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The Empire strikes back
With the Sultan being held in the Koprulu tower in Istanbul by the Ienicer Secret Police (or ISP), Europe continued to be at war. Reports to the Empire were incomplete, as all considered the Ottomans as "the sick man of Europe". However, the Sultan wanted to prove everyone wrong. His correspondence, from prison, with the most powerful man in Europe at the time, Emperor Shark of the IFR, proves it.
It was clear that Austria was on its knees. There were only two things that could prevent a declaration of war against the Archduke: a Russian intervention, and an Iberian naval operation in the Mediterranean. Fortunately, Russia was in anarchy, as one dynasty has died, and a new Czar rose to the throne. Spain and Portugal were busy holding the advance of the best army in the world (the French one) into Iberia, and a lack of diplomatic foresight on their behalf saw the two houses of Habsburg not formally allied.
Armies were recruited on boh sides of the Straits, as to prevent a possible DOW from Spain or Portugal. Austria was attacked, and Hungary was overrun by Jannissaries thirsty for revenge, from the times of the great Prinz Eugene. Hungary occupied, a secret peace deal was secured with the Archduke: Austria would hand over muslim lands in Hungary, while the Sultan agreed to switch sides and treacherously betray his ally in Paris.
Since the plunder of Alexandria, that jewel of the Arabic world was in the hands of foreign invaders from France, on the basis of maintaining order in a Center of Trade during the anarchy in the Empire. Talks with the French monarch proved useless in this direction, as Alexandria was considered too precious to be given back to its rightful owner. So the moral excuse for the betrayal was set. As soon as peace has been signed with Austria, the Archduke received numerous gifts from the recovering Ottoman Empire, while in the same time armies were being recruited from Egypt to Isfahan and Macedonia.
Then there was war again. Jannissaries again rushed into Hungary, strangely this time they fought alongside their former enemies, under the command of some of the military geniuses of the time. Several times they were routed, other times they weer able to beat the attackers back. Now naval superiority in the Adiratic allowed amphibious attacks as well. The army regouped and a counter-attack commenced.
Plans of attack are being made against a war-weary Poland, with the intention of bringing them to the peace table, and more troops are sent to Hungary. Would the war last, or will there be lasting peace? My money is on war.
Spanish Renaissance - 1770
So war is still going without any realistic prediction. The diplomacy in Europe is so fluid that nations keep changing side during the same war. So the main battle is not only in the battlefields but also in cabinets.
In the latest years, we’ve seen the Ottoman Empire joining the French side and then joining the Austrian side. Russia also left French side and joining Austrian side. The Netherlands peaced France while Portugal will probably do the same.
Spain remains fighting at the same side of Austria, in what is called “the last opportunity to weak France”.
Surprisingly, Iberia became one of the most, if not the most, important theaters. With the end of the cease-fire between France and Spain regarding that area, the IFR launch a strong offensive against the ‘Aragonese’ part of the Kingdom with a huge army commanded by Broglie that was assigned to commanded the French forces in the south after the peace with Holland.
The time had come to face France in a classic 1v1 fight. At least deny a French victory in that front would mean the return of the respect and fear that other nations had regarding Spain in the XVI century.
And fortunately, to Spain, the war has been on our hand. In the latest year Spain was able to expel the last French soldier from its territory and even start a counter-attack, assaulting and taking Bordeaux and 2 other French provinces near the border.
However, Broglie could escape, with only his personal guards, but he could escape. And soon France will launch another attack, stronger probably. So Spanish Army is retreating from France and will reorganize and be reinforced, waiting to make another successful defensive operation and teach those french another (and final) lesson.
So war is still going without any realistic prediction. The diplomacy in Europe is so fluid that nations keep changing side during the same war. So the main battle is not only in the battlefields but also in cabinets.
In the latest years, we’ve seen the Ottoman Empire joining the French side and then joining the Austrian side. Russia also left French side and joining Austrian side. The Netherlands peaced France while Portugal will probably do the same.
Spain remains fighting at the same side of Austria, in what is called “the last opportunity to weak France”.
Surprisingly, Iberia became one of the most, if not the most, important theaters. With the end of the cease-fire between France and Spain regarding that area, the IFR launch a strong offensive against the ‘Aragonese’ part of the Kingdom with a huge army commanded by Broglie that was assigned to commanded the French forces in the south after the peace with Holland.
The time had come to face France in a classic 1v1 fight. At least deny a French victory in that front would mean the return of the respect and fear that other nations had regarding Spain in the XVI century.
And fortunately, to Spain, the war has been on our hand. In the latest year Spain was able to expel the last French soldier from its territory and even start a counter-attack, assaulting and taking Bordeaux and 2 other French provinces near the border.
However, Broglie could escape, with only his personal guards, but he could escape. And soon France will launch another attack, stronger probably. So Spanish Army is retreating from France and will reorganize and be reinforced, waiting to make another successful defensive operation and teach those french another (and final) lesson.
A most -we hope- clear declaration from Portugal
Since all portuguese diplomats had heard that our support is invaluable and could, possibly, decide this long war, Portugal had decided the following.
Whatever side that makes the best offer for Portugal (and proposals with inmediate benefits will receive more points) will be supported. Support will be will be with full force. Analysts will note that portuguese MP is almost full (around 130) and our bank have money (more than 9k).
Only concrete offers will be accepted.
This is the decision of the King and the People of Portugal.
Eye of the Storm
Besides the seas of blood, not much else of relevance occured in the 60s. The flower of Fritalian youth was committed to the storm sweeping Europe, and the series of betrayels that had dragged out the war for so many long years.
Following closely on the heels of the Spanish debacle, the Sultan of the Ottoman state also decided to renage on the cafefully signed documents he had laid his pen to in Paris. Betraying the IFR and allies, the Turkish Tyrant had his armies turn around in one day and shoot his former comrades in the back. Austria was suddenly overrunn by Turks, who took the primary responsibility of propping up the teetering Hapsburg monarchy. Despite this, and in the same manner as the Spanish betrayel, Imperial forces held fast and indeed began once again to turn the tide.
The current war pits the IFR, Prussia, Poland and England against the forces of Turkey, Austria, Spain, Portugal and until recently, Holland. However, with England a navally blockaded state, and Prussia/Poland far weaker then their adversaries (bar FreddyII). It fell once again to France to combat the majority of these foes, and combat them she did. The initiative remained in the Imperial camp and wellnigh 90% of Austria was occupied by allied forces; Spain completly lost the naval, colonial and even italian initiative, and Holland was brought to peace (how long however, remains a question). Was all this enough to force a peace?
Time will tell.
Spanish AAR - 1770-1776 - Peace finally.
And the war was still on. However the worse part had already gone. Despite Broglie was still in South France front, the CRT advantage of French equipment was no more. Spanish scientist could finally develop a new kind o weapon and then rebalance the fire power in the battle field.
When France lunch her 3rd large offensive against Spain, our Holy nation was much more prepared then it was before. The French offensive was a disaster and if the help of our new friend, the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, Spanish started it own offensive.
Spain took 4 French provs, but couldn’t force even for the north not even try to merge with Austrian forces in Central Europe, because the Empire was burning. Greedy settlers opportunists tried to take advantage that the Central Government was busy in Europe to achieve independence from Madrid.
Mexico, Columbia, Peru and Brazil declared independence and war against Spain. But Spain couldn’t send many forces to counter them and then they started their own offensive. It was time for a final attack.
Firstly, in a brilliant maneuver against French fleet, the main Spanish Army landed in the Britain Island in a risky movement that could have finished with Spain, if was not the fog of war. With quick operations, Spanish army landed and immediately took lost of important British cities. When Spain was reaching London, the English surrender completely.
Since the King of Spain knew that England would seek revenge, they make the peace offer be harder as Spain could. With the peace, Spain gained one more COT, in the Caribbean Sea, some colonies in California and 3 lands in England, itself, including the port of Bristol and Cardiff, the capitol of Wales.
But Spain was still at war against France. But since the successful counter-attack that Austria was lunching against Poland-Prussia, with Ottomans help, the Archduchy was gaining terrain in Europe and finally the Kingdoms of Poland and Prussia accepted a white peace with Austria. Austria was now free to concentrate on France.
It was when the King of France came to Madrid with a peace proposal. France would pay a reasonable amount was war indemnities. Spain had to consult her allies, but since they knew that Spain was in really trouble with rebels they let Spain peace while Spain compromise to not abandon the cause.
Peace, finally!! It was time to deal with the natives. Mexico, completely abandoned from French help, immediately surrender giving all, but its capital to Spain. Brazil was the next, got a similar deal. An offensive against Columbia will soon start. The only bad news was that Peru could achieve peace, since no operations happened for a long time, but soon they’ll have to feel Spanish swords.
It is time for rebuild the country and get ready for new threats that should knock our door.
We couldnt have succeed if it wasnt for our allies. Spanish people thank the uncondicional help of Portugal, Netherlands, Ottoman Empire and Austria.
And the war was still on. However the worse part had already gone. Despite Broglie was still in South France front, the CRT advantage of French equipment was no more. Spanish scientist could finally develop a new kind o weapon and then rebalance the fire power in the battle field.
When France lunch her 3rd large offensive against Spain, our Holy nation was much more prepared then it was before. The French offensive was a disaster and if the help of our new friend, the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, Spanish started it own offensive.
Spain took 4 French provs, but couldn’t force even for the north not even try to merge with Austrian forces in Central Europe, because the Empire was burning. Greedy settlers opportunists tried to take advantage that the Central Government was busy in Europe to achieve independence from Madrid.
Mexico, Columbia, Peru and Brazil declared independence and war against Spain. But Spain couldn’t send many forces to counter them and then they started their own offensive. It was time for a final attack.
Firstly, in a brilliant maneuver against French fleet, the main Spanish Army landed in the Britain Island in a risky movement that could have finished with Spain, if was not the fog of war. With quick operations, Spanish army landed and immediately took lost of important British cities. When Spain was reaching London, the English surrender completely.
Since the King of Spain knew that England would seek revenge, they make the peace offer be harder as Spain could. With the peace, Spain gained one more COT, in the Caribbean Sea, some colonies in California and 3 lands in England, itself, including the port of Bristol and Cardiff, the capitol of Wales.
But Spain was still at war against France. But since the successful counter-attack that Austria was lunching against Poland-Prussia, with Ottomans help, the Archduchy was gaining terrain in Europe and finally the Kingdoms of Poland and Prussia accepted a white peace with Austria. Austria was now free to concentrate on France.
It was when the King of France came to Madrid with a peace proposal. France would pay a reasonable amount was war indemnities. Spain had to consult her allies, but since they knew that Spain was in really trouble with rebels they let Spain peace while Spain compromise to not abandon the cause.
Peace, finally!! It was time to deal with the natives. Mexico, completely abandoned from French help, immediately surrender giving all, but its capital to Spain. Brazil was the next, got a similar deal. An offensive against Columbia will soon start. The only bad news was that Peru could achieve peace, since no operations happened for a long time, but soon they’ll have to feel Spanish swords.
It is time for rebuild the country and get ready for new threats that should knock our door.
We couldnt have succeed if it wasnt for our allies. Spanish people thank the uncondicional help of Portugal, Netherlands, Ottoman Empire and Austria.
The Passing
These were long and slow yrs (in more ways then one
), but they witnessed the winding down of the "War of Switching Allegiences". The terms of the Dutch ceasefire were observed dutifully by both sides while negotiations continued in Brussels (the limit of the Imperial advance in the last few yrs). Meanwhile, the re-allocation of forces formerly committed to the lowlands theatre were re-directed towards the Spanish front where Spain dominated the french provinces bordering the Pyrenees. Under the reputable and steadfast De Broglie, the Spanish incursions were halted and a general offensive undertaken that carried Imperial forces over the mountains thru catalonia, cordoba to within sight of the steeples of Madrid itself. Meanwhile, the Spanish Empire continued to crumble as its' enslaved peoples clamoured ever louder for their freedom. The Spaniards put up impressive resistance however, and while they had forever lost the initiative in the war, a decisive conclusion proved illusive.
This was due to three reasons: Firstly; the continued hostility of Portugal, that Imperial High Command had not counted on (due to it's last minute belief that peace was just over the horizon between the IFR and Portugal) Portuguese forces proved a constant threat to Italy, the colonies and at times in Iberia itself. Secondly; the Spanish advantage over blockaded England was so great that it proved very difficult to guage the true balance of the war (massive Spanish WS on England). Thirdly; the abandonment of the IFR by it's eastern allies (Poland/Prussia).
This sad predicament occurred by another act of Austrian guile and our allies questionable judgement (evil subs
). The states of Poland and Prussia exhausted by war, but holding the initiative over Austria-OE seemed to loose heart as the war progressed into its' 10th+ yr. As time passed it appeared even the genius of Frederick the Great (not so great in EGA :rofl: ) could not turn the tide against the brilliance of Austrian Command and the numberless Ottoman horde, despite massive Imperial aide in the west. At this point the IFR offered a compromise, a general White Peace in the east between the 5 combatent nations of that theatre. Austria seemed willing to accept, but at the last moment decided only to peace Poland-Prussia and take advantage of good French-will by continuing to prosecute his hopeless war. My allies, apparently unfazed by this ... decided to peace anyways.The situation, however was far from hopeless. Sickened by another act of Austrian indecency, and tempted by the offer of rich Corsica, the Kingdom of Portugal settled on peace with their old French friends. The negotiations with the Dutch Republic had also bore fruit, and a white peace was signed with that nation several years earlier. Spain, now exhausted by war and unable to effectivily launch offensives against the Empire decided to settle with the IFR for 1000 ducats in indemnities, a hard pill for the Emperor to swallow, but an acceptable one that would allow him to concentrate on Austria and the Ottoman Empire.
Meanwhile, in the Alps the war waged on. The Imperial fleet shattered the Ottoman navy outside of Venice, while the army launched the first of several new offensives into southern Austria. Despite being outnumbered and suffering from flagging morale (grrr austria will always have better Morale I think
), and challenged in-the-field leadership (a 444 vs. 556 leader), the strategic direction of the High Command proved prudent and successful. In Tirol, a 90,000 Ottoman-Austrian army lead by Von Laudon was annihilated to the last man (almost ... one man escaped) and Laudon was sent fleeing to a nearby Austrian siege army in Salzburg (a imperial occupied city). With 150k now streaming over the Alps and only a few minor Austrian armies ahead, could this be the decisive war winning offensive?We shall see.
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Chapter XVIII: Portugal 1763-1791: To riches, land and to lose uncount soldiers. And to change allies a lot.
The coalition war was long and eventful. Portuguese troops faced the might of the Empire in the Netherlands and in Spain. In the last years, Portugal decided to help Spain in Iberia defensively (and destroy rebels) and attack Italy -a land that was almost made for naval attack). Portugal was successful in those endeavours, but with their lands full of rebels, his contribution not used by Spain to enforce a peace, Portugal decided to accept Corsica in peace with the Empire (afterwards exchanged for a chinese province).
Portuguese troops invading french Italy
Portugal was busy themselves improving their economy, helping Spain with rebels and preparing themselves for the future -a future full of wars it seemed.
And then, the deal brokered by Austria was broke. Austria fullfilled the obligations they told us -ceding us 2 provinces in the Rhine- but the other promised province -Danzig- was not received. That situation was altogether considered most despicable.
Portugal decided then to use their forces in an opportunistic manner taking provinces when it could. First, Poland ceded 2 of their black sea ports, then Russia ceded 2 chinese provinces and finally the Ottoman Empire ceded 2 of their mediterranean islands. In the meantime, Portugal forced open the trade of Central Asia and took 2 provinces from Bengal.
To do some of those offensives, Portugal allied with France, abandoning the war alliance with Spain. But just when we were in the middle of the ottoman war, Austria DOWed (jointly with Russia) and then Spain did. Although Portugal peaced Austria quickly -in part under the idea that France approved, although it was not so- and we remain in war with Spain. A war that had been successful in Iberia but it had been to our disadvantage in Argentina. Time will tell what can be achieved.
What is clear is that we will take decisions based in our advantage.
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The times of Trouble.
The session started badly, with only Austria and the Empire fighting against France. Soon, the Ottoman troops had to leave Austria and take care of more pressing rebel matters at home, where not even the precious help provided by Russia, Portugal and Spain proved efficient enough to stop rebels, especially in the heart of Africa, where the barbarians of Mali and Songhai declared independence.
After long and bloody battles, the war was won and the two african countries have been vassalized, with the prospect of later re-integration in the Empire.
France accepted a peace where the treasury was depleted, the Empire having to pay one thousand gold ducats as war indemnities, and thus losing the title of Defender of the Faith. It was a dark hour, as infidels once again triumphed over the sons of Allah.
But this was not enough for the greedy Frenchmen. The opportuistic Portuguese joined a war that most closely resembled a kick to the stomach of a man who is already down. So the Empire lost two important naval bases in the Mediterranean, and also was forced to recognize French superiority, in acknowledging the King of France as master. The Empire now has no foreign policies, as it is all decided in Paris.
Meanwhile, the MAmeluks were freed as an autonomous entity and Persia seceded from the Sultanate. (Note that this is how the Ottoman state will be known in the Times of Trouble.)
Islands were hard to protect anyway, and perhaps we could have parted with them on more peaceful terms, like the selling of Corfu to the Dutch. The Ottoman fate lies on the ground, and it is there that we will fight our next battles.
Loopholes in the contract signed with the French were found, and now the invasion of Austria is no longer imminent. Alexandria is still in foreign hands, and the Sultanate is crumbling.
The session started badly, with only Austria and the Empire fighting against France. Soon, the Ottoman troops had to leave Austria and take care of more pressing rebel matters at home, where not even the precious help provided by Russia, Portugal and Spain proved efficient enough to stop rebels, especially in the heart of Africa, where the barbarians of Mali and Songhai declared independence.
After long and bloody battles, the war was won and the two african countries have been vassalized, with the prospect of later re-integration in the Empire.
France accepted a peace where the treasury was depleted, the Empire having to pay one thousand gold ducats as war indemnities, and thus losing the title of Defender of the Faith. It was a dark hour, as infidels once again triumphed over the sons of Allah.
But this was not enough for the greedy Frenchmen. The opportuistic Portuguese joined a war that most closely resembled a kick to the stomach of a man who is already down. So the Empire lost two important naval bases in the Mediterranean, and also was forced to recognize French superiority, in acknowledging the King of France as master. The Empire now has no foreign policies, as it is all decided in Paris.
Meanwhile, the MAmeluks were freed as an autonomous entity and Persia seceded from the Sultanate. (Note that this is how the Ottoman state will be known in the Times of Trouble.)
Islands were hard to protect anyway, and perhaps we could have parted with them on more peaceful terms, like the selling of Corfu to the Dutch. The Ottoman fate lies on the ground, and it is there that we will fight our next battles.
Loopholes in the contract signed with the French were found, and now the invasion of Austria is no longer imminent. Alexandria is still in foreign hands, and the Sultanate is crumbling.
Russia
1776 - 1791
The Look to the West
1776 - 1791
The Look to the West
Finally the trip of our Emperess Catherine ended in 1776, angry with his regent, she decided to throw away every paper and document he wrote in the name of the Russian Throne. The previous movements and decisions made by the regent were sent to a special council to discuss them, given the state of the Empire. Russia for years showed a serene and pale face to the rest of Europe, only involving in the conflicts that have drained the continent for centuries, in a subtle or with the minimun effort. The only step towards an involvement in the politics was an small assault to the eastern frontier of Poland, the conflict was settle rapidly due to the major involvement of the latter in the war between Austria and France.
Catherine decided to reorganize the Army, giving the full command to the most excellent general that the mother Russia has given birth, Alexander Suvorov. He showed especially good attributes with assaults in the far eastern russian border, and also distinguised himself in the war with Poland, command an unbeatable division in the southern front. Large levees were called due to this reorganization. Most of the troops were sent to the Polish border, but a big contingent were set around the important port of Astrakhan.
Our Tzarina received the most desperate call for help coming from the Court of Vienna, from her friend, the Archduchess of Austria, Maria Theresa. Knowing that our neighbours, the Ottoman Empire which have helped a lot Austria, were in trouble due to the fragile cohesion their country; Catherine the Great decided to join the Austrian side on the long war against France.
Troops started to move through the Caucassian area, given the impossibility to enter Polish lands. Thousands of brave and courageous russian soldiers marched for kilometers and kilometers to reach their destiny, the once fertile plains of Hungary. Commanded by General Suvorov, Russian troops were marching to help their friends, Austria.
Joining the High Command of Austrian forces, Suvorov and our brave russian soldiers, fought hard and tirelessly to stop the French troops to continue their sack of Imperial lands. Even the bravery of Suvorov almost cost his life a few times, but he managed to get out of struggles with fine tactics and planification.
In the middle of this conflict, the avidous king of Portugal took his chance and declare war on us, asking a couple of territories of China. Our Tzarina decided that it will be better to reach an understanding with a country like Portugal, considered a friend in the Petersburgian Court.
Finally the looooong conflict ended with the Russian participation considered as very important. A White peace was finally reached and every body return to attend their countries, without care for so long, given the time and effort diverted to the war. Russia took a morale victory by helping maintain the cohesion of the Austrian Crown and by giving a hand to put order in the territories that have rebeled in the Ottoman Empire.
But another conflict has blowned up between France and Austria. Again Suvorov and our many brave have pledge allegiance to the reduction of the power of France in south central Europe. For now, the war have been carried well, with marches around the Po river after expelling french expeditionary forces. The main event that have occured outside the walls of Mantua is the killing of General Kellerman, high commander of the French Forces opperating in the Italian Area. We have the sense this loss, even as important as it is, will not be decisive, given the great development that the Military Schools in France have experimented.
In the middle of these conflicts, an old cuestion have been put to an end. The Kingdom of Poland is no longer existant as an indepedent nation. Russia have taken big chunks of lands to the Polish kingdom but a protectorate will be set to the remaining territories.
Russia is trying to help restore order and balance to Europe, will the rest of the continent follow the same path?
The French monarch knows that is not true, healthy is far away the word that describes the decadent and corrupt kingdom of Poland.K'shar said:By annexing desperate and vibrant healthy states like Poland?
The Double-Sided Face of the Ducat
Much like the previous two decades these ages were filled with the anguish of countless millions. Terrified by the concepts of liberté, égalité, fraternité springing up in the Empire and the idea of a limited Imperial decree, the absolute autocracy's of Europe joined arms to bring the Imperium to it's knees.
The Ottoman Empire, Austria, Russia and Spain all conspired to undermine the peaceful evolution of a more representative system in Italy and France. With it's allies in Poland, Sweden and Prussia either partitioned or struck with indecision (see perms leaving, or not showing up), and those in England constrained by the lack of a fleet it was left to the IFR and Portugal (ever wary of a Spanish attack on the homeland) to hold the tide.
The Ottomans were first brought to their knees, an Imperial expedition there taught them the lesson of betrayel, and they thus swore alliegience to the Emperor. Russia and Austria were fought to a standstill (despite their excellent generalship) but it was not to be. On returning from the far-flung campaign in the East, they struck again ... with Imperial forces disorganized and coming off the ships and the unwordly mastery of arms of General Suvorov the Empire was terribly pressed. Matters weren't improved by the tragic deaths of the Imperial Generals Kellerman and Bardot (see RNG
), the Empires' only fading hope of an answer to Suvorov, and the dow by Spain. Alone but for Portugal on the distant side of Iberia, against these three powers it was a dark day.Despite these losses, hope was not lost and the loyal servants of his Imperial Majesty bled the fields of Southern France and North Italy white, with their hearts and souls.
The balance once again lies in question ... but word in Paris remains that our friends shall not abandon us, and the tide of Equality shall yet triumph over autocracy.
Other matters: The Imperial Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is transferring the administration of the Ottoman Sultanate to that of Dutch officials. After complaints that their methods were too efficient for the decadent Turks. The Dutch have agreed to the most ungratifying task of directing what remains of the Ottoman Empire.
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