I do not have the troops to spare, I would also be at war with the rest of china and it would give the Japanese a chance to rebuild. I think I may deal with Japan first but I'm not sure when that will happen.
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I do not have the troops to spare, I would also be at war with the rest of china and it would give the Japanese a chance to rebuild. I think I may deal with Japan first but I'm not sure when that will happen.
5.6
13th May - 23rd August
I could easily post more often but since I'm stuck running 1.3 and the sheer number of divisions on the map makes games laggy and I need to be able to sit down for 3 or more hours to play 4 months. I actually played this section last week but never got round to posting.
The Australian owned half of New Guinea is effectively mine, the division on the island next to it does not advance to the port because of supply issues halting it just before it reaches the next province.
Armoured divisions land to deal with the two Portugese brigades.
Bloody advances are made further into Italy. My manpower reserves are taking a beating.
Finally in position, my small force begins to deal with Tibet.
The state of Italy
A distraction battle is successful. This allowed my troops not to be harrassed as they attempt to press forward.
The East Coast of Africa is almost dealt with. The enemy has no will left to fight.
However despite outnumbered, Portugal continues to be a thorn.
My army closes in on Rome.
Savona finally falls.
Advance into Tibet continues with superiour quality troops steam rolling the enemy.
East Coast is now mine.
The attack on Rome begins.
The first invasion of Rabaul.
I'm not sure why but I thought it was a good idea to drop paratroopers on the West Coast of Africa.
The Invasion of Rabaul is called off after a single Australian ship sinks a transport. Fortunately there is only one division.
Vengeance is quickly taken on the RAN but it is not the Darwin.
Italy continues to drain my manpower
Rome falls but my troops do not advance, supply issues always strike at inconvinient times.
The frontlines 23rd August 1950
13th May - 23rd August
I could easily post more often but since I'm stuck running 1.3 and the sheer number of divisions on the map makes games laggy and I need to be able to sit down for 3 or more hours to play 4 months. I actually played this section last week but never got round to posting.
The Australian owned half of New Guinea is effectively mine, the division on the island next to it does not advance to the port because of supply issues halting it just before it reaches the next province.
Armoured divisions land to deal with the two Portugese brigades.
Bloody advances are made further into Italy. My manpower reserves are taking a beating.
Finally in position, my small force begins to deal with Tibet.
The state of Italy
A distraction battle is successful. This allowed my troops not to be harrassed as they attempt to press forward.
The East Coast of Africa is almost dealt with. The enemy has no will left to fight.
However despite outnumbered, Portugal continues to be a thorn.
My army closes in on Rome.
Savona finally falls.
Advance into Tibet continues with superiour quality troops steam rolling the enemy.
East Coast is now mine.
The attack on Rome begins.
The first invasion of Rabaul.
I'm not sure why but I thought it was a good idea to drop paratroopers on the West Coast of Africa.
The Invasion of Rabaul is called off after a single Australian ship sinks a transport. Fortunately there is only one division.
Vengeance is quickly taken on the RAN but it is not the Darwin.
Italy continues to drain my manpower
Rome falls but my troops do not advance, supply issues always strike at inconvinient times.
The frontlines 23rd August 1950
Why not land along the entire Italian coastline and attack at the same time on all possible fronts?
Then cut the supply routes of their armies and possibly encircle some larger armies successfully?
How many men do you have on that theatre?
And the Italians?
Then cut the supply routes of their armies and possibly encircle some larger armies successfully?
How many men do you have on that theatre?
And the Italians?
I outnumber the Italians in total but I'm only breaking even against them. Thinking about it I do have a large number of divisions in Denmark/Northern Germany that could be brought in. Fortunately Italys manpower is empty and many divisions I'm coming against are around 70% strength and often 20-40% org. At the moment I'm rebuilding my airforce because a large number have been destroyed completely.
I have a toe hold in Australia still but forces earmarked for that invasion were sent to Italy when I DoW. I need to build more troops I think
I have a toe hold in Australia still but forces earmarked for that invasion were sent to Italy when I DoW. I need to build more troops I think
5.7
Dominos
August 23rd - October 9th
At the end of August my manpower reserves were depleted. After almost a year of heavy fighitng in Italy and Yugoslavia had taken it from almost 700 down to 0, with 30ish each month. Fortunately for me, Italy had been in this position far longer than me and it was showing.
Meanwhile, Portugal seemed to make moves to encircle me. Fortunately I have a port being built there (which is why I now remember landing there, t avoid another failed landing).
Advances continue to be made in the north.
My carrier fleet intercepts a Japanese fleet near Guadal Canal with a satisfying finish. Funnily enough it wasn't my carriers that sunk the ships either!
Over the past year it seems the US has finally discovered they have transports as they move their super stacks of doom to their "conquered" territory.
Rome is finally captured at the start of September and resistances starts to falter in the south.
This was not suprising. I think you can work out which button I pressed
Another attempt and final one at landing in the last of Portugals territories.
More victories in Italy.
Just over a week after landing on the East Coast a thorn is finally removed.
The surge north is virtually unopposed as broken divisions are forced back before they have a chance to recover.
Cleaning up undefended Australian islands.
Final days of Italian independence.
In other news, I'm not sure what they are doing but I'll just patronisingly pat their heads anyway. Meanwhile a new target has caught my eye.
Lebrun sipped at his champagne slowly, watching the room of generals and ministers congratulate each other on their fine work of the past year. He'd found a corner to occasional spectate on everyones joy while looking out of a window as Paris also celebrated another victory. He couldn't focus on the party but instead questioned his mortality. He was 79, his dream was almost 15 years ago and he wondered whether or not he'd live to see it finished. He certainly had taken more land in square miles than Napoleon even before he started, with colonies in North Africa, Saigon and other places. But now surely he'd taken enough? Was it worth continuing the war in the Pacific? Revenge surely must be taken against Brazil but the number of soldiers who died fighting in Italy was far greater than before. Dissent among the population at more losses. There was probably not a single man aged over 33-34 that hadn't been in combat at some point in their lives.
He notice the whole room go quiet and everyone gather around him; he was so lost in thought. Gamelin cleared his throat, knocking Lebrun out of his thoughts. He raised his eyebrow and looked at each of their faces.
"Yes?"
"Monsieur Président, on behalf of the entire cabinet, military and a vast majority of France. Since you took office long ago in 1932, you have lead us into a new age where France is an unstoppable force and its military larger than ever. Territory in lands we never thought to conquer." He paused for dramatic effect. "We have unaminously voted that the office of Président is to be abolished..."
"What?!" Lebrun cried out in anger.
"Oh no its not like that sir!"
"You've abolished my office, this is insurection! Give me your pistol now! I will not have you put me on a show trial!"
"No, no, NO! You misunderstand sir!"
"Then explain yourself before begin purging!"
"Instead of being Président of our great country, we wish to instead give you the title of Empereur of France."
Lebrun blinked. Gulped his champagne and headed for the door. "Your Empereur has unfinished work to do."
This map is the wrong colour!
Dominos
August 23rd - October 9th
At the end of August my manpower reserves were depleted. After almost a year of heavy fighitng in Italy and Yugoslavia had taken it from almost 700 down to 0, with 30ish each month. Fortunately for me, Italy had been in this position far longer than me and it was showing.
Meanwhile, Portugal seemed to make moves to encircle me. Fortunately I have a port being built there (which is why I now remember landing there, t avoid another failed landing).
Advances continue to be made in the north.
My carrier fleet intercepts a Japanese fleet near Guadal Canal with a satisfying finish. Funnily enough it wasn't my carriers that sunk the ships either!
Over the past year it seems the US has finally discovered they have transports as they move their super stacks of doom to their "conquered" territory.
Rome is finally captured at the start of September and resistances starts to falter in the south.
This was not suprising. I think you can work out which button I pressed
Another attempt and final one at landing in the last of Portugals territories.
More victories in Italy.
Just over a week after landing on the East Coast a thorn is finally removed.
The surge north is virtually unopposed as broken divisions are forced back before they have a chance to recover.
Cleaning up undefended Australian islands.
Final days of Italian independence.
In other news, I'm not sure what they are doing but I'll just patronisingly pat their heads anyway. Meanwhile a new target has caught my eye.
Lebrun sipped at his champagne slowly, watching the room of generals and ministers congratulate each other on their fine work of the past year. He'd found a corner to occasional spectate on everyones joy while looking out of a window as Paris also celebrated another victory. He couldn't focus on the party but instead questioned his mortality. He was 79, his dream was almost 15 years ago and he wondered whether or not he'd live to see it finished. He certainly had taken more land in square miles than Napoleon even before he started, with colonies in North Africa, Saigon and other places. But now surely he'd taken enough? Was it worth continuing the war in the Pacific? Revenge surely must be taken against Brazil but the number of soldiers who died fighting in Italy was far greater than before. Dissent among the population at more losses. There was probably not a single man aged over 33-34 that hadn't been in combat at some point in their lives.
He notice the whole room go quiet and everyone gather around him; he was so lost in thought. Gamelin cleared his throat, knocking Lebrun out of his thoughts. He raised his eyebrow and looked at each of their faces.
"Yes?"
"Monsieur Président, on behalf of the entire cabinet, military and a vast majority of France. Since you took office long ago in 1932, you have lead us into a new age where France is an unstoppable force and its military larger than ever. Territory in lands we never thought to conquer." He paused for dramatic effect. "We have unaminously voted that the office of Président is to be abolished..."
"What?!" Lebrun cried out in anger.
"Oh no its not like that sir!"
"You've abolished my office, this is insurection! Give me your pistol now! I will not have you put me on a show trial!"
"No, no, NO! You misunderstand sir!"
"Then explain yourself before begin purging!"
"Instead of being Président of our great country, we wish to instead give you the title of Empereur of France."
Lebrun blinked. Gulped his champagne and headed for the door. "Your Empereur has unfinished work to do."
This map is the wrong colour!
Methinks the Empereur needs to clean the map of Europe.
The Belgians are too close to Paris.
The Belgians are too close to Paris.
5.8
12th October 1950 - March 19th 1951
With supply issues usually resulting due to transport over seas something better was needed. In its brief freedom of almost 12 months, Austria was not to last long. The invasion had 15 divisions and they easily swept away the enemy who's army numbered a mere 4-5 divisions of poorly equiped soldiers.
You may remember a few posts ago I noted a Soviet marine division had landed in Lisbon, Portugal, and since then it has sat there doing nothing. Quite suddenly it started moving and at quite a fast pace.
My marines in the south pacific are still moving virtually unopposed.
Despite having no treaty, American troops march through Poland to East Prussia and are constantly moving back and forth. Why? Because if one moves, the other side must move to counter. Thus leaving the entire thing in a constant state of movement it seems.
The last Australian Garrison that I can reach without crossing by ship is cornered.
The movement instensifies.
I started landing on the final group of islands. The RAN (Although by being apart of the axis I do not thing they are Royal anymore) is determined to prevent it. However my carrier fleet was awaiting thier arrival.
Victory at sea and followed by more as the RAN send single ships to deal with the fleet.
After bringing in arouund 20+ divisions to Australia after fighting the Italians, it was hoped that this would be easy. However, terrain, lack of supply and the entire Aussie army surrounding my toe hold, progress was not made. And eventually the attack was called off... twice.
Apparantly I need a new tactic, especially since I still lack a large amount of manpower.
It should also be mentioned. Once Italy and Portugal had been dealt with, the Allied powers were no longer at war with the axis. Japan was still at war wtih Russia, China and their allies but it was effectively down to me to deal with them.
12th October 1950 - March 19th 1951
With supply issues usually resulting due to transport over seas something better was needed. In its brief freedom of almost 12 months, Austria was not to last long. The invasion had 15 divisions and they easily swept away the enemy who's army numbered a mere 4-5 divisions of poorly equiped soldiers.
You may remember a few posts ago I noted a Soviet marine division had landed in Lisbon, Portugal, and since then it has sat there doing nothing. Quite suddenly it started moving and at quite a fast pace.
My marines in the south pacific are still moving virtually unopposed.
Despite having no treaty, American troops march through Poland to East Prussia and are constantly moving back and forth. Why? Because if one moves, the other side must move to counter. Thus leaving the entire thing in a constant state of movement it seems.
The last Australian Garrison that I can reach without crossing by ship is cornered.
The movement instensifies.
I started landing on the final group of islands. The RAN (Although by being apart of the axis I do not thing they are Royal anymore) is determined to prevent it. However my carrier fleet was awaiting thier arrival.
Victory at sea and followed by more as the RAN send single ships to deal with the fleet.
After bringing in arouund 20+ divisions to Australia after fighting the Italians, it was hoped that this would be easy. However, terrain, lack of supply and the entire Aussie army surrounding my toe hold, progress was not made. And eventually the attack was called off... twice.
Apparantly I need a new tactic, especially since I still lack a large amount of manpower.
It should also be mentioned. Once Italy and Portugal had been dealt with, the Allied powers were no longer at war with the axis. Japan was still at war wtih Russia, China and their allies but it was effectively down to me to deal with them.
Vive la France! And the Emperor! Nice AAR you have here. It's great to see what France can really do when it wants to.
GO insane? Looking at the American version of the Chinese Fire Drill in Prussia, I think that'd be redundant...:rofl:
5.9
Fighting in Australia
March 20th - July 4th
With Portugal and Italy dealt with I have move around a large number of troops. In total at this time only 25 divisions have been sent to the south pacific theatre (some during this post) while others are slowly being relieved by garrisons or transfered to a staging post for the next planned campaign. The entirety of this post is fighitng in Australia, not much is happening in the way of troop build up but a large preperation in the building of infrastructure, ports, airbases and defensive structures across the world. The vast majority of structures are only improving whats already there but the infrastructure is developing large areas to allow increased supply efficency as well as travel time. And with that said...
After failing to take Kingaroy a few weeks earlier, a new tactic was chosen. Attacking with less troops. Silly me for forgetting about the stackin pentalty. This has positive effects.
I begin two attacks aimed at only reducing the enemy manpower. Even tho they did little over all the battles did show that for every dead Frenchman, twelve Australians would die. Unfortunately for this area progress couldnt be made because of supply issues and the enitre Australian Army watching my every move.
The start of may brought the beginings of a second front.
The landing was at Geelong so my infantry would not have to deal with Melbournes (although minor) coastal defences.
The assault of Guadal Canal begins!
The 4th Airbourne Corp reinforces the southern front and ground begins to be taken.
Guadal Canal Falls!
The first resistance appears.
With Australian forces spread thinner in the North I send in an infantry corp expand the front in Toowoomba.
The Southern Forces continue to push further into Australia.
Toowoomba falls!
Paras advance into Coffs Harbour and two corps move to reinforce the new territory.
The state of the Australian Campaign.
Right now i'm left with a choice, I'm knocking on the doors of Canberra and as much as I would like to control a whole continent, I can't help but think about how many troops will get tied up for anti-partisan duty. So either I start training about 10-20 garrison divisions and puppet them, or I annex. Which is it?
Fighting in Australia
March 20th - July 4th
With Portugal and Italy dealt with I have move around a large number of troops. In total at this time only 25 divisions have been sent to the south pacific theatre (some during this post) while others are slowly being relieved by garrisons or transfered to a staging post for the next planned campaign. The entirety of this post is fighitng in Australia, not much is happening in the way of troop build up but a large preperation in the building of infrastructure, ports, airbases and defensive structures across the world. The vast majority of structures are only improving whats already there but the infrastructure is developing large areas to allow increased supply efficency as well as travel time. And with that said...
After failing to take Kingaroy a few weeks earlier, a new tactic was chosen. Attacking with less troops. Silly me for forgetting about the stackin pentalty. This has positive effects.
I begin two attacks aimed at only reducing the enemy manpower. Even tho they did little over all the battles did show that for every dead Frenchman, twelve Australians would die. Unfortunately for this area progress couldnt be made because of supply issues and the enitre Australian Army watching my every move.
The start of may brought the beginings of a second front.
The landing was at Geelong so my infantry would not have to deal with Melbournes (although minor) coastal defences.
The assault of Guadal Canal begins!
The 4th Airbourne Corp reinforces the southern front and ground begins to be taken.
Guadal Canal Falls!
The first resistance appears.
With Australian forces spread thinner in the North I send in an infantry corp expand the front in Toowoomba.
The Southern Forces continue to push further into Australia.
Toowoomba falls!
Paras advance into Coffs Harbour and two corps move to reinforce the new territory.
The state of the Australian Campaign.
Right now i'm left with a choice, I'm knocking on the doors of Canberra and as much as I would like to control a whole continent, I can't help but think about how many troops will get tied up for anti-partisan duty. So either I start training about 10-20 garrison divisions and puppet them, or I annex. Which is it?
5.10
Finishing off Australia
July 5th - October 10th
It's suprising what 10 divisions in supply can do when no ones watching them.
Not to be deprived of any fighthing, northern forces take advantage of the lack of troops.
Marines fend off a landing in Guadal Canal
Progress so far.
Australians sneakily take back a piece of land, not for long.
With the fall of Newcastle, Australia surrenders and is puppeted. This decision was made by flipping a coin.
The state of the armed forces.
Rumours are filtering through that there has been a massive investment in a small plot of land on the East coast of Africa. Rumours say that two very minor ports are now the size of the major ports in Europe. The have been reported to be thriving with French Naval traffic with large amounts of jungle camoflage silk, uniforms and ammunition. Also large steel sheets have begun to be assembled into what seems like landing craft.
A recent leaked document of little consequence but with numerous badly drawn pictures of beach assualt tactics. Some theorise that these beaches by the shape of them are in fact plans for a new campaign! They also speculate the location.
Finishing off Australia
July 5th - October 10th
It's suprising what 10 divisions in supply can do when no ones watching them.
Not to be deprived of any fighthing, northern forces take advantage of the lack of troops.
Marines fend off a landing in Guadal Canal
Progress so far.
Australians sneakily take back a piece of land, not for long.
With the fall of Newcastle, Australia surrenders and is puppeted. This decision was made by flipping a coin.
The state of the armed forces.
Rumours are filtering through that there has been a massive investment in a small plot of land on the East coast of Africa. Rumours say that two very minor ports are now the size of the major ports in Europe. The have been reported to be thriving with French Naval traffic with large amounts of jungle camoflage silk, uniforms and ammunition. Also large steel sheets have begun to be assembled into what seems like landing craft.
A recent leaked document of little consequence but with numerous badly drawn pictures of beach assualt tactics. Some theorise that these beaches by the shape of them are in fact plans for a new campaign! They also speculate the location.
6.1
If plan A doesn't work, Plan B, if Plan B doesn't work, then you're really bad at planning!
October 10th 1951 - February 25th 1952
I should really abolish elections seeing as Lebrun (although should have died in '51) is Empereur...
After doing some shuffling around and retrieving divisions from Australia, I now have some sort of plan... sort of. Virtually all my armoured, mechanised and motorised units are being sent back to Europe since my current plans mean they would suffer from terrain penalties constantly. There is going to be a lot of infantry warfare over the next few years.
Plan A
Retake Cayenne as a matter of pride, build the port up, build an airfield and flood in the marines and Paratroopers.
Result:
Attack cancelled due to strong resisance.
Plan B
Plan A but different target. Invade Sao Paulo since they will have less troops because the large presence in Cayenne was to supress rebels.
Result:
Just before my marines win the battle the invasion is interuppted... repeatedly.
Invasion called off as most of the transports were damaged and close to sinking.
Plan C
If I can't take a port, then I will build my own.
The first port will be finished on February 24th. AA, Infrastructure, airfield and even a radar site are ordered immediately. (In hindsight this would have been easier had I built a port ready to be deployed...)
Five more marine divisions land further down the coast and begin establishing a perimeter.
Brazil counter attacks, at first a winable defence.
Reinforcements were en route but I pull my division back because they would not reach in time. I rearrange my line on the west side so I have a third of my forces preventing the enemy from taking the port.
The first layer of fortification, airfield and port completed. Brazil is certainly tougher than I thought.
If plan A doesn't work, Plan B, if Plan B doesn't work, then you're really bad at planning!
October 10th 1951 - February 25th 1952
I should really abolish elections seeing as Lebrun (although should have died in '51) is Empereur...
After doing some shuffling around and retrieving divisions from Australia, I now have some sort of plan... sort of. Virtually all my armoured, mechanised and motorised units are being sent back to Europe since my current plans mean they would suffer from terrain penalties constantly. There is going to be a lot of infantry warfare over the next few years.
Plan A
Retake Cayenne as a matter of pride, build the port up, build an airfield and flood in the marines and Paratroopers.
Result:
Attack cancelled due to strong resisance.
Plan B
Plan A but different target. Invade Sao Paulo since they will have less troops because the large presence in Cayenne was to supress rebels.
Result:
Just before my marines win the battle the invasion is interuppted... repeatedly.
Invasion called off as most of the transports were damaged and close to sinking.
Plan C
If I can't take a port, then I will build my own.
The first port will be finished on February 24th. AA, Infrastructure, airfield and even a radar site are ordered immediately. (In hindsight this would have been easier had I built a port ready to be deployed...)
Five more marine divisions land further down the coast and begin establishing a perimeter.
Brazil counter attacks, at first a winable defence.
Reinforcements were en route but I pull my division back because they would not reach in time. I rearrange my line on the west side so I have a third of my forces preventing the enemy from taking the port.
The first layer of fortification, airfield and port completed. Brazil is certainly tougher than I thought.
Bringing down the green giant!
They have surprisingly a lot of divisions.
In my experiance, they have alot more than you would expect. Ive also seen Brazil with quite a decent airforce, around 3 interceptors and about 4 TAC wings!
6.2
I Hate Jungle Warfare
25th February - 4th June
Brazil is a tough place to fight in and suprisngly stronger than I thought. So I begin sending reinforcements, 3 Para Corps and 1 Infantry Corps are sent in.
Brazil brought its troops ut of Cayenne, time to take advantage of it
I try and press forward...
With Cayenne retaken, a large number of troops move back to try and stop my liberation.
This shocked me. Fortunately they call off the attack.
I call off the attack and begin an air bombardment. (also reached 500 screenshots posted!)
I need more bombs thus the largest expansion of the airforce in several years begins!
More bombers arrive
2 Para Corps are dropped south of Cayenne in an attempt to cut off a large number of Brazillian troops. As you can see it does not start well.
I attempt to improve the situation for one area by invading with 2 marine divisions.
And then disaster, I wouldn't call this a victory if this was all done by 2 battleships!
It has completely wiped out my fleet leaving only an escort carrier which is returned to Marseilles to rebuild. It will take years as technology needs to be researched as to modernize the navy. Both marine divisions have also perished.
Despite losing the marines, their efforts have vastly improved the situation.
I begin small scale operations in the Pacific against Japan by landing on Yap island.
A piece of good news at last from the Amazon! They quickly begin supporting their neighbors attack which drags out for a long time to come.
It seems I had invaded Yap with just an HQ.... fortunately the Japanese did not notice.
Despite indications of a victory, the battle becomes more uncertain as the first of the 5 divisions runs out of org. and retreats. Two more divisions follow.
The first engagement by French and Japanese land forces.
After around 6 weeks the battle is won! each division involved gained around 35% experience and the Brazillian general (I ran out of Generals after 1948) reached from level 2 to level 3 with over 60% expierence.
With that over, work begins on destroying the encirlced force; which started out larger but is under intense bombing.
Success in the Pacific!
The encircled Brazillian troops surrender taking 131,000 prisoners!
Again Brazil makes a move with a small force but cancels the attack despite winning.
I make attempts to take Truk.
I Hate Jungle Warfare
25th February - 4th June
Brazil is a tough place to fight in and suprisngly stronger than I thought. So I begin sending reinforcements, 3 Para Corps and 1 Infantry Corps are sent in.
Brazil brought its troops ut of Cayenne, time to take advantage of it
I try and press forward...
With Cayenne retaken, a large number of troops move back to try and stop my liberation.
This shocked me. Fortunately they call off the attack.
I call off the attack and begin an air bombardment. (also reached 500 screenshots posted!)
I need more bombs thus the largest expansion of the airforce in several years begins!
More bombers arrive
2 Para Corps are dropped south of Cayenne in an attempt to cut off a large number of Brazillian troops. As you can see it does not start well.
I attempt to improve the situation for one area by invading with 2 marine divisions.
And then disaster, I wouldn't call this a victory if this was all done by 2 battleships!
It has completely wiped out my fleet leaving only an escort carrier which is returned to Marseilles to rebuild. It will take years as technology needs to be researched as to modernize the navy. Both marine divisions have also perished.
Despite losing the marines, their efforts have vastly improved the situation.
I begin small scale operations in the Pacific against Japan by landing on Yap island.
A piece of good news at last from the Amazon! They quickly begin supporting their neighbors attack which drags out for a long time to come.
It seems I had invaded Yap with just an HQ.... fortunately the Japanese did not notice.
Despite indications of a victory, the battle becomes more uncertain as the first of the 5 divisions runs out of org. and retreats. Two more divisions follow.
The first engagement by French and Japanese land forces.
After around 6 weeks the battle is won! each division involved gained around 35% experience and the Brazillian general (I ran out of Generals after 1948) reached from level 2 to level 3 with over 60% expierence.
With that over, work begins on destroying the encirlced force; which started out larger but is under intense bombing.
Success in the Pacific!
The encircled Brazillian troops surrender taking 131,000 prisoners!
Again Brazil makes a move with a small force but cancels the attack despite winning.
I make attempts to take Truk.