1969 Historical RP (IC)

[Machtergreifung]

Brasília, January 8th, 1969

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To the Government of the United Kingdom

While my government agrees with the principle of the Irish governments actions, it cannot condone the actions themselves.

The deployment of British troops to the region in the last few days can only serve as an indicator as to the extent of neglect which the minorities in Northern Ireland have been subjected to by the British government. While we understand that there has been little, if any time for remedial action to be taking, my government is frankly shocked that British state aparatus could be allowed to behave in such a manner for so long without an offical response.

Your comments regarding UN observers and non-governmental observers is extremely concerning. If your government is not willing to allow aid and observation for fears for their "own saftey", how then can your government be said to be "the protection of Catholic communities"? As a man with a military background myself, I can assure you that if your military is not able to protect a team of international observers, then in no way can it be able to protect a minority dispersed across the countryside.

On the matter of observers, my government must insist. In light of your comments in our communications, as well as the recent behaviour of British state aparatus in Ireland, both the Brazilian people and the international community must ensure that both British and Irish conduct is within international law.

Should the British government refuse access to international, it can only raise difficult questions in the international community as to what the British government is trying to hide.

Yours, President Artur da Costa e Silva

[Afalia]

8th January 1969

STATUS: PUBLIC
TO: President Artur da Costa e Silva
FROM: The Rt. Hon Harold Wilson MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Dear Sir,

You have indicated that your government agrees with the principle of the Irish Government's actions-simply put that you agree in principle that Irish forces should have invaded British territory. Is it now official Brazilian policy to support hostile invasions of friendly neighbours? If so, we find this a very interesting, but extremely unnerving development in Brazil's foreign policy.

Sincerely,

The Rt. Hon Harold Wilson MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

[Machtergreifung]

Brasília, January 8th, 1969

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To the Government of the United Kingdom

My government agrees with the principle of protecting minority rights when said minority is a victim of oppression. It disagrees however, with the use of force in order to do so. If the British government finds this unnerving, then perhaps a re-examination of British internal policy is in order.

Is the British government willing to give a definite response to the matter of observers? Or do they remain such a drain on the British military that they would be "unsafe" in Ireland, along with the minority groups?

Yours, President Artur da Costa e Silva

[Speeca]

06:00
Da Nang, Republic of Vietnam

Lieutenant General Nguyễn Văn Thiệu had heard about the U.S. posting troops on the border. He wanted to make sure it was heavily fortified so he sent 5,000 troops to depart to the border and help defend in case of a possible full scale attack. In someway he knew their more than likely won't be. They fought in guerrilla warfare, which if they didn't they would be easily defeated. Nguyen wanted to make sure that the economy was always rising to prove to the people that Capitalism is superior to Communism. To ensure this he wanted to encourage more free trade, start trading with other nations, and make sure everyone had a way of living beyond of what they needed to what they wanted also. He knew that he was going to start with Western countries and many major economic powers in the east were Communist and would not trade with them. He wanted to start with one of the major powers in Western Europe and that was the United Kingdom

To:The Rt. Hon Harold Wilson MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
From:Lieutenant General Nguyễn Văn Thiệu, President of The Republic of Vietnam
As you know we are at war between what we use to call our family. Communism has a strong presence in North Vietnam and our own citizens are believing less and less in Capitalism everyday because lack of food, shelter, and clean drinkable water. As we know you are one of many nations that stand against Communism we would like to propose a trade agreement between our nations.
Signed,
Lieutenant General Nguyễn Văn Thiệu

He also wanted to tell the U.S. that troops were moving toward the border.

To: The United States of America
From:Lieutenant General Nguyễn Văn Thiệu, President of The Republic of Vietnam
We would just like to thank you for standing by us and helping Capitalism continue to stay alive in Asia. I have sent 5,000 troops to the border to fight along side of U.S. troops if their is ever an attack. I hope to continue our alliance and start a trade agreement between our two nations, as we can both benefit from it.
Signed,
Lieutenant General Nguyễn Văn Thiệu, President of The Republic of Vietnam

[Afalia]

8th January 1969

STATUS: PUBLIC
TO: President Artur da Costa e Silva
FROM: The Rt. Hon Harold Wilson MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Dear Sir,

Britain protects all its citizens. That is why British forces were sent to Northern Ireland in the first place. I have found your repeated criticisms and demands unhelpful and detrimental at a time when British forces are trying to protect Catholic communities and drive out an invading force. This past day has been particularly upsetting when considering the planned state visit and discussions of trade and other issues.

Your latest telegram also seems to criticise Her Majesty's Armed Forces who are bravely fighting to defend British sovereign territory and drive out an invading force, as well as ensuring the safety of discriminated communities. As a man with a military heritage to criticise an armed forces when it is undertaking the defence of its own territory is particularly disturbing and insulting to all soldiers, sailors and airmen involved in the current operation and shows a complete disregard and ignorance of the current situation.

Her Majesty's Government is currently fighting a war. Hard as this may be for Brazil to understand, British forces are more than capable of protecting the Catholic communities in Northern Ireland, drive Irish forces out and restore order and sovereignty over Northern Ireland. Bringing in international observers at this stage seems a pointless exercise. Whilst protection for UN observers can easily be arranged Her Majesty's Government does not wish to complicate matters at this time. Once British sovereignty is restored over Northern Ireland Her Majesty's Government will consider all possibilities and suggestions from international bodies, such as the UN, especially if they wish to conduct investigations to ensure British forces obeyed the Geneva convention at all times-which British forces will do.

Sincerely,

The Rt. Hon Harold Wilson MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

[Ardboe Eire]

Cairo,Egypt

As Nasser sat watching the events unfolding in Ireland on his television screen he smiled with delight at the thought of the British Government in crisis.Suddenly and aide whispered in his war that the East Germans had responded as he was handed a letter.

To: President Gamal Abdel Nasser, President of Egypt
Encryption: High
East Germany is eager to support the reconquest of long held Egyptian land from a nation born only a few decades ago. However we do not want to be pulled into a conflict with their allies that are likely to take up arms, though the US and British seem to be busy, France, Italy, Portugal and Spain may be prepared for repercussions, so we will consult the Soviet Union before deploying any East German troops in this war or officially stating support for your nation. This does not mean we will not support you though. These terms should be agreeable at the time:
1) East Germany will sell weapons to the Egyptians in any required quantity, so long as we have produced the sufficient ammount
2) East Germany will unofficially support the Egyptians in this conflict
3) If the soviets agree we will provide military and diplomatic support
4) The Stasi will train a secret police in Egypt so long as it is done secretly in secure facilities provided by the Egyptian Military or a major Egyptian agency.

I hope relations between our nations will prosper and apologize that I cannot do more for the Egyptian people,
Signed,

Walter Ulbricht, President of East Germany

Nasser smiled as he read it.'Excellent,excellent news' he trumpeted as he began to begin a reply letter.

To:East German Government
From:Egyptian Government
Encryption:High
Dear President Ulbricht
The Egyptian government is extremely happy at the proposals.We also wish to invite yourself to Cairo in the next 2 years as part of our friendship.
We the Egyptians can guarantee SSIS(State Security Investigations Service) bases are operational and secure for Stasi units.

Finally we also wish to purchase this list of weapons:
1.BTR-60s
2.T-62s
3.Upgrades for T-54/55s
4.PKMs
5.BMP-1s
6.BRDM-2s
7.S-125 Neva/Pechora
8.MIG-21s
9.Mil Mi-2s

We hope this is not too much to ask for.
Signed,
President Nasser.

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[Machtergreifung]

Brasília, January 8th, 1969

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To the Government of the United Kingdom

I still maintain the hope of a state visit in more peacefull times. I also maintain the hope of diplomacy resolving an issue, or at least minizing bloodshed.

My critical opinion is not directed at the conduct of the British Army, I would not consider such an opinion to be informed, lacking in information as I am of the current state of affairs. The only way to inform the world that the British Army is not only protecting the minorites in Ireland, but conducting itself with the conduct becoming to it would be to allow international observation of the conflict.

The British government does not seem to understand that the issue requireing observation is not the conflict with the military of the Irish Republic, but the conduct of the British Army in Ireland in protecting minorities and it's conduct towards civilians. In the likely event that the conflict ends shortly, there will be a significant military presence in Northern Ireland for an extended period of time afterwards. Wither it is a pointless exercise or not in the mind of the British government is immaterial, it is worthwhile to the international community.

If the British government is willing to protect observers, I will instruct the Brazilian representative at the UN to raise the issue immediatly.

Yours, President Artur da Costa e Silva

[Waztaskio]

Oval Office, White House, Washington D.C, United States of America
January, 7th,1969


President Johnson had met with the unknown men of the unidentified aircraft the other day. The men gave the President the documents they were concealing and the President acknowledged they were telling the truth. The United States now had things to think about the country of India in the future, and gave them a Unmarked Commercial American jet to use to travel from India to the United States without raising to much suspicion. The President now began to look at the situation in Vietnam. He sat at his desk, looking at reports from the front. The North Vietnamese have not made a move, and this gave Johnson's face a smile. He soon turned from Vietnam to the reports of Conflict in the Ireland-UK region."What has this come to, Britain fighting Ireland another time. May I ask, what are the United Kingdom expecting to gain from this, as Ireland was released due to to many rebellions to keep it under the government?".

Johnson thought more and more to himself on the matter, and then decided to standby for a few days and see how the situation develops before taking action. Johnson had been informed earlier of Japan's attempts to get in Vietnam and had his secretary write them back a response.

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TO: Japan
FROM: The White House, United States of America
Dear Prime Minister Eisaku Satō,
We are very pleased to hear of you wanting to support our men in South Vietnam and want to give you our personal thanks for trying to help. Unfortunately, we believe this will alienate masses of other foreign troops there as we have revoked something under your constitution, and for that we cannot allow you to enter even though it would help us.We wish your nation growth and prosperity for the years to come.

Sincerely,
Chief of Staff James Jones

After that matter was settled, America began to look at the rogue state of Rhodesia. Knowing it was subject to a coup and was not recognized by any of the major powers, Johnson decided to give it a offer of his own.

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TO: Rhodesian Head of Government Ian Smith
FROM: President Johnson of the United States
Dear Mr Ian Smith,
Greetings from the United States, as your nation has not been recognized by any major power, and you are struggling out in africa due to not much trade coming to you, the United States is willing to make you a offer. The terms are listed below.

-Rhodesia shall be committed to fighting communism in South Africa, and shall adhere to United Nation laws, regardless of being a member or not.
-Rhodesia shall sponsor a Democratic Government, with free elections and basic human rights of your people for the entire government.

If you agree to these terms, you shall reap the following benefits.

-Recognition by the United States Government.
-Military supplies at a discount
-Economic aid to your country

Signed,
President Lyndon B. Johnson

[Afalia]

8th January 1969

STATUS: PUBLIC
TO: President Artur da Costa e Silva
FROM: The Rt. Hon Harold Wilson MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Dear Sir,

We find your suggestion that British troops cannot be trusted to protect minorities gravely insulting and uninformed, especially when only a few days ago Catholics in Northern Ireland welcomed them with open arms. When this war is over Her Majesty's Government will be directing all of its resources into resolving long standing issues in Northern Ireland and reforming the political and social systems to ensure equal treatment for all British citizens in the country. We do not require UN observers to oversee this process nor ensure the safety of Catholic communities in Northern Ireland. As such we consider the matter, at least until further notice, closed. Any attempts at a UN security council resolution trying to bring observers in will be vetoed for the time being.

Sincerely,

The Rt. Hon Harold Wilson MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

[Machtergreifung]

Brasília, January 8th, 1969

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To the Government of the United Kingdom

I agree with your assement of my opinion as uninformed. How can I claim to be informed when the British government blocks attempts for international observation to disclose information? If the British government wants to inform the world that Catholics welcome British soldiers, it must allow international observation to report it! Considering the conduct of British police in Northern Ireland in the past few weeks, there is a need for news of good British conduct in the region to be broadcasted to the world.

The resolution of problems in Northern Ireland is at present, secondary to resolving the state of armed conflict in the region.

If the British government is not willing to allow observers to enter Northern Ireland either before nor after the conclusion of the conflict, then this can only call in to question the nature of British military operations in Northern Ireland. Why, if the purpose is to return sovreignty and establish security in the region, does the British government desire their operations to be hidden from international view?

In an effort to make some impact on the present conflict, would the British government consider a cease-fire in Northern Ireland for a period of three days to allow the evacuation of civilians from the areas of military operations?

Yours, President Artur da Costa e Silva

[Alouite]

Ulbricht was passed the resonse by the Egyptian government. He was glad to see they liked his proposal and knew this would mean more income for the East Germans, and the Soviet Union, he would get to that in a little though, for now, he would respond to the Egyptian response:

From:Egyptian Government
Encryption:High
Dear President Ulbricht
The Egyptian government is extremely happy at the proposals.We also wish to invite yourself to Cairo in the next 2 years as part of our friendship.
We the Egyptians can guarantee SSIS(State Security Investigations Service) bases are operational and secure for Stasi units.

Finally we also wish to purchase this list of weapons:
1.BTR-60s
2.T-62s
3.Upgrades for T-54/55s
4.PKMs
5.BMP-1s
6.BRDM-2s
7.S-125 Neva/Pechora
8.MIG-21s
9.Mil Mi-2s

We hope this is not too much to ask for.
Signed,
President Nasser.

From: The East German Government
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Dear President Nasser,
I agree to these terms as I am certain they will benefit both the East German and Egyptian people. The East German people are glad to see another nation taking steps toward an anti-imperialist world. We can provide a good quantity of each of these and will make sure to send a classified number of Stasi agents to your capital to be briefed on their training mission by the end of the week. We wish Egypt good luck in its conquests and hope to further these friendly East German-Egypt relations in the future.
Signed,

President Ulbricht, President of East Germany

[Kelmet]

Undisclosed location in Northern India
Regional meeting, top secret
Countries Attending- India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar, Thailand
1 delegate from each country sit down at the table ,
The delegate from India stands and speaks
" My friends, My government asks you here today to address threats that are against us all. Our economies, our people and our future are being threatened by communism, individually we may all fall under the influences of the Soviets of the communist Chinese. But together, we all have a fighting chance against their influences. So I call on you all to join India in signing this treaty.
The A.C.O
(Asian Cooperation Organization)
1- All Members make every available effort to support each other in conflict
2- All members have an economic pact. (Preferred trade agreement)
3- Members take steps to have a centralized military command structure (Mirrored off of NATO)
4- Members will have joint military research projects to increase individual research capacity
5- Established a ACO HQ in New Delhi

The Indian Delegate awaits responses from the others (OP)

White house

President Johnson had met with the unknown men of the unidentified aircraft the other day. The men gave the President the documents they were concealing and the President acknowledged they were telling the truth. The United States now had things to think about the country of India in the future, and gave them a Unmarked Commercial American jet to use to travel from India to the United States without raising to much suspicion.

"Thank you Mr. President, now may we discuss business"

[The Time Alliance]

Location Unknown
Gaza Strip
PLO Command Center 1
The Israeli tanks lined up. In front of them was the base of the strongest revolutionary liberation terrorist organization in Israel. The base was guarded by 390 soldiers. The Israelis made sure they could over power them so they brought 20 tanks and 300 soldiers. The PLO had no clue this attack was about to happen.

Suddenly the Tanks began firing. Huge explosions went off in the base. This suprised the PLO, as their army scattered in confusion. Using this to their advantage the Israeli Army stormed the base killing as many PLO as possible.

Message to
The World

We have defeated the terrorist group known as the PLO. All nations of the world supporting them are to be warned. Were coming after you.

[Paketo]

January 8th, 1969
Republic of Panama

Omar Torrijos sat at his desk smoking a cigar. He had become leader of panama after co-leading a coup a few months earlier and now he was waiting for a message from his advisor about a new shipment of M-14's from the United States. The Us was a great ally to have suppling the underequipeed National guard with weapons to defend Panama from the evil Communists. The National Guard was fighting a war right now to eliminate the Communist menace in panama. the door opening and a man stepping inside interrupted Omar's thinking. "sir, the M14 shipment has arrived. they are being distributed to the National guard as we speak." said the man. "good, those weapons will be a great help in defeating the communist menace. I must send a letter to the United States to thank them for the support of our country after our Coup to remove that evil man" said Omar as he began to take out a piece of Paper and a Pen. He sent the letter off to the US as soon as he was finished.

To: President Lyndon B. Johnson
From: President Omar Torrijos

Hello Mr President,

I would like to thank for your support of panama after our recent coup to oust Arias Madrid and his dangerous ideas. He wanted to turn panama into a dictatorship which we could not allow. I would also like to thank you for supply equipment to the National Guard Mr President. Your equipment will go a long way to elimanate the communist menace from Panama

signed,
Omar Torrijos

[Galter Gulcher]

Switzerland, the neutral mountain nation of tradition and culture. It was in a state of neutrality, favoring neither side of the Cold War other then its self. Even though it was Capitalist it would refuse to join NATO, rather it would continue to isolate its self and build its self, not others.

To FN Herstal
We would like to purchase 125,000 FN FAL's from you for $100 Million. The weapons will serve as a replacement for our active duty service rifles of the Swiss Military.

[Orthodox Brotherhood]

Palácio Nacional de Belém, Portugal

President (and Admiral) Américo Tomás woke up early that day, said goodbye to his wife Gertrudes and gone to his office, where his old friend Alberto Franco Nogueira, current foreign minister and an extremely useful diplomat was waiting.

"Your weekly reports from the colonies arrived a bit after I entered, they're on the desk" Nogueira said, looking up briefly, putting down his paper and getting up to shake hands with the president.

"Can I help you, senhor?" Tomás may be president, but that didn't mean he had to stop being polite.

"The Rhodesian's accepted our offer, we will have miners going in within the next few days, likewise, they will take ownership of the promised tankers and mining equipment soon" Tomás smiled at the job well done, Rhodesia was rich in gold, silver and iron, mining rights there easily make up for handing over a few old tankers and allowing the Rhodesian's to drill for oil.

"That is good news, did they have anything else to add?"

"Just the usual requests for recognition" Nogueira shrugged, every time they did business the Rhodesian representatives dropped a few hints about it, the recognition of a not so minor nation such as Portugal would be a great boost

"Perhaps we should start to consider this seriously, with these new talks over and our relations at a high... Being the first to recognise them would surely boost our reputation there even higher, and they are already driving around with bumper stickers thanking us" Tomás had always respected the Rhodesian's for their vehement anti-communist activity, and having another white ruled nation just below the Portuguese colony of Moçambique made cross border operations possible.

"Perhaps we should have a vote about it, senhor?" Nogueira also seemed to be considering this now, he had a thoughtful look on his face, "Only cowards afraid of the 'United Nations' would vote against it, and that's only if they can build up the strength to do so"

"Yes, now, for my reports... where are the reports for Guinea and São Tomé and Príncipe?"

"de Spínola has been too busy organising the retreat in Guinea, but the report for São Tomé and Príncipe should have arrived, senhor"

From Governor Baltazar de Sousa To The President

During this week our forces repulsed three terrorist attacks, one near Chirara, one on the settlement of Quelimane and another in the bush near the Zambian border, a total of seventeen enemy fighters were put out of action, another two taken prisoner, our forces suffered nine casualties, three of those dead and the rest wounded, interrogation of the prisoners has thus far revealed nothing already unknown and the confiscated equipment has been given to the local militia.

Our forces have taken into custody any suspected terrorist sympathisers and known accomplices of the men killed, they will be transported to Lourenço Marques for detention, once they are proved not to be involved in any terrorist activities they shall be released, though any further arrests on these charges will result in indefinite imprisonment or death.

There are also hazy reports of terrorist raids across the border in Zambia on militia units, Bemba speaking operatives have been sent in to observe and attempt to contact possible allies.

The Casualties
- Primeiro-cabo Heriberto Ventura, 31, of Sernancelhe, killed in action.
- Soldado Carlos Ferreira, 19, of Valença, died as a result of wounds inflicted during battle.
- Soldado Francisco Vagos, 28, of Loriga, killed in action.
- Alferes Luis Montero, 24, of Lisboa, wounded in action, critical condition.
- Primeiro-cabo Horacio Dragão, 28, of Porto, wounded in action, expected to live.
- Soldado Geraldo Neto, 25, of Alenquer, wounded in action, expected to live.
- Soldado John Kapwepwe, 27, of Quelimane, wounded in action, expected to live.
- Soldado Michael Mukulu, 18 of Quelimane, lightly wounded.
- Civilian Frans van Wabber, 20, of Pretoria, lightly wounded.

From Governor Camilo Rebocho Vaz To The President

During the last week, our forces encountered one band of enemy troopers near Loanda, they were destroyed with no casualties and all enemy fighters are either dead or in custody, after the skirmish, nine Kalashnikov automatic rifles were taken from the bodies and given to the local armory, also taken were nine grenades and several hundred rounds of ammunition.

Our comrades across the border in South Africa have discovered an enemy complex within their borders, and to assist in the raid we have sent out several companies of troops, aside from these actions, there has been little action worthy of a report, as the cities have high proportions of white residents, the natives have not dared to attempt anything, though in smaller towns and villages there has been some rumours of discontent within the tribes.

From Governor José Valente Pires To The President

Situation normal, no activity from any possible liberation movements, relations with Indonesia is continuing as normal, despite strong anti-colonial rhetoric, we do not expect any hostile moves for some time, one reported pirate raid on Indonesian yacht in our waters, but no assistance was needed and all pirates were killed during the encounter.

From Governor Leão do Sacramento Monteiro To The President

Little action during this last week, one militiaman held overnight for disorderly conduct, but has since been released, the natives are as usual offering little resistance, and our forces have spent the last few days doing drills.

From Governor José Manuel de Carvalho To The President

Nothing to report, other than the occasional protest over our sovereign control of Macau, business continues as normal.

Chirara, Moçambique

"Hey, Neto, you going to be alright friend?" Tenente Odalis asked, he was concerned for his friend and had not seen the soldier since he was taken to a field hospital, while the rest of the troops had gone back to the camp.

"Hah, the buggers can't even shoot straight, it was only a flesh wound" Neto was accompanied by a nurse and had bandages visible on his chest, "Can't do any more fighting for a while though, doc says the recoil will be bad for me, you can go now doc, I'm not going to try break a horse" after making sure that the doctor did reluctantly leave the building, Neto turned back to Odalis, "So what have you lot been up to, senhor?"

"Waiting for the darkies to work up enough nerve to try again" Cão said from behind Odalis.

Road to Grootfontein, Namibië

"Amigos, it appears that they were informed of our coming, your men are surrounding the facility while mine are deactivating the mines" Captain Prinsloo, the South African, offered with a shrug, "We will not be deactivating all of the mines, only enough for paths into their complex, we can't allow them time to prepare"

"Very well, senhor Prinsloo, we will show these commie's who is boss" replied the leading Portuguese officer, Roxo.

"They won't know what hit them" Lieutenant Holscher, Prinsloo's adjutant laughed, but soon, there would be a slaughter, and many of the men standing around would only get out of it in a bag.

Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania

"Carcaça, this is the house?" Agente Vermelho, looked around casually while passing the other man on the street, the two operatives had been ordered to locate a certain Eduardo Mondlane, leader of the communist terrorist group FRELIMO, and their commander, Agente Monteiro had personally found what was apparently his house.

"Yes, you have the package?" Agente Carcaça asked, having assured himself there was no one watching the men.

"Yes, senhor" Vermelho handed over a small box, complete with a stamp and return address, it was disguised as a package from FRELIMO supporters, when really all it contained was a lump of plastic explosive set to go off in five hours, "Let's just hope he is in when it goes off"

"Either way, it will show them they can never get away from us"

(I hadn't posted in like two pages, just had to do another one so you know I'm still here "

[Waztaskio]

Oval Office, White House, Washington D.C, United States of America
January, 8th,1969


President Johnson continued to meet with the Indian men, to discuss the possibilities of the Military pact between them. Johnson agreed to have the Indian's sponsor their own version of NATO for that region, and also allowed for Economic aid to be sent to India. The last thing to be discussed on Indian's matter, was the military aid which they were in a meeting about right now. Johnson looked at the Indian delegate, and spoke in a soft and confident tone. "The United States does not openly want to commit to Indian matters on the part of Military, but the United States does want to give reassurances to you that if the USSR tries to mess with India, the United States shall take measures to ensure the survival of your Nation only if you are threatened and US involvement in a military matter is requested, following the decision of the Middle-Eastern NATO." Johnson smiled to the Delegate, hopping he would accept the offer as his Secretary of State walked in. The President acknowledged his presence in the room and began to close out the meetings. "To further help between communication at a fast rate, we wish to grant you access to a secure-line to Washington D.C. foreign offices in any case your government shall need to contact me. My Minister of Defense shall provide you more details on that. As the Delegates where escorted out to meet with the Minister of Defense for the secure-line, the Secretary of State placed a C.I.A marked folder infront of the President. He opened it and looked briefly at the contents.

Johnson shook his head as he read, turning page by page to make sure he was getting a clear understanding off the situation. His Secretary of State spoke, "Mr President, this is not good. Apparently the British have been suppressing riots in major cities when this took place due to police brutality. The Army moved in the cities to bolster the presence of the government, and quell the riots, but this lead to further tension. The Irish Republican Army and the Defense Forces are apparently working together to oust the threat to the north. When the troops arrived in the cities, that was the last straw and a battle ensued. Bombs went off, bullets flew and we are where we are today. How should the USA respond to this?". Johnson developed a frown on his face, as his day was going good before hearing this news, he stood up and shook his head. "From the report, it appears the British went there to stop the riots, and the Irish took it upon themselves to fix the problem. I honestly doubt this will last a long time, as the Irish don't have enough troops, nor supplies for a full scale war. However, I don't think they will back down from this easily with this matter. I think we should try and send a telegram to both parties, advising them on our stance. Maybe they will listen us?". The Secretary and the President began discussing what to write, and soon sent off the telegrams.

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TO: The Rt. Hon Harold Wilson MP, Prime Minister, First Lord of the Treasury, Minister for the Civil Service
FROM: President of the United States Lyndon B. Johnson
Dear Prime Minister Hon Harold Wilson,
We in the United States want to express our concerns about the conflict in Northern Ireland. Before we begin, we do wish to commemorate you on the matters of National Security. The U.K took the steps needed to stop the riots, as i'm sure you didn't want a conflict in Ireland, we support you through this. The concerns we would like to voice in this is, what are the British wanting to gain if they win the Conflict? Do you want a Ceasefire signed quickly, or do you have other intentions? We just want this to clarify your intentions on the Irish after this is all said and done. I will be messaging to Irish to voice concerns about this now.

Signed,
Lyndon B. Johnson

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TO: Prime Minister Jack Lynch
FROM: President of the United States Lyndon B. Johnson
Dear Prime Minister Jack Lynch,
The United States is not pleased with the assualt on current British holdings from your government. Including reports of you supporting a revolutionary group known as the IRA. We request in good faith, that you will back down from this initiative and stop the violence. What good is Ireland doing, if instead of coming to a peaceful solution to the police brutality to your people, to a solution of violence? Ask yourself, who is more in the wrong here? The British RUC? Or the Irish Government who is supporting revolutionaries and giving off more violence then needed to be? We do understand you are unhappy about the RUC, but there are courts and such to deal with these matters on a international level. If the Irish Government doesn't take appropriate action, the United States relations with Ireland shall be strained, and any future U.S aid to the country will be cut off in all forms. Please decide wisely.

Regretfully,
Lyndon B. Johnson

[Sacred Nippon]

Kyoto, Japan

As Prime Minister Sato awaited a response from the American president, he took the time to sit down for an interview with one of the nation's most prestigious broadcasting companies. His administration prided itself on its transparency. Sato insisted upon maintaining an open and intimate relationship with the public.

The topic on many minds was the conflict raging in South East Asia. After the nation's humiliating defeat in World War II, numerous restrictions were placed upon its military. Article 9 of the constitution prevented its military from leaving its borders. But as the conflict in Vietnam worsened, there were rumors that the United States would lift these restrictions, allowing Japan to participate.

"What is your stance towards American involvement in Vietnam?" queried the host.

"I applaud the United States' effort to halt the worldwide spread of Communism. I would happily allow our nation's military to participate if given the chance" Sato said firmly.

Sōri Daijin Kantei, Tokyo

Prime Minister Sato returned to his residence, greeted by his personal secretary with a letter in hand. The letter had arrived from the United States just minutes earlier. The Americans had rejected his offer, fearing that Japanese involvement in Vietnam would anger its Asian allies.

Sato decided that he would not resist the Americans' decision and would bolster his nations' defense.

[Bolovia]

Chairman Podgorny sat in his office in the Kremlin and was thinking of the events unfolding in the world. The conflict in Vietnam brewed as US forces threaten to invade North Vietnam. His hand then would be forced and he wanted to avert another humiliation like Korea and this time wanted a communist nation to unify itself. The largest power in the eastern hemisphere it had multiple fronts to watch, the West-East German border, the Middle East crisis, and the War escalating in Vietnam. Not to mention India, who he was very skeptical of. And the threat from the Soviet-Chinese border, he wanted to calm things down in the region and with the major split between Communism he still considered China a brother in a rebelling stage but nonetheless they still had a common foe, the capitalist nations of the world and the USA. Chairman Podgorny opened up a folder containing ledger reports and quotas. He was pleased overall but still wanted to overcome the food shortage. He then began drafting and sending letters to various nations and groups he felt would be aligned with him.

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To: The leader of the IRA
From: Chairman Podgorny of the USSR
Encryption: Very High
Comrade!
 I couldn't help but notice your conflict with the British and your struggle to free your brethren from the shackles of oppression in the North. Seeing as such a group as yours needs support from a superpower I would like to send you supplies, anything you need please do not hesitate to ask. We wish of you not to convert to communism, but are doing this in good friendship. Liberation is our top principle and we cannot stand to see true patriots of liberty fighting to oppose a nation who only views your people as inferiors and wish to enslave you. My brother, we here in the USSR will try our best at helping you.
Sincerely your Comrade,
Chairman Podgorny of the USSR

He was eager to here from the IRA's response, keeping Britain occupied will in the long run help him in progressing his plans. He then issued another letter;

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To: North Vietnamese Leader Ton Duc Thang
From: Chairman Podgorny of the USSR
Encryption: Very High
Comrades and Brothers!
 The Kremlin continues to fully support your war against the US aggression and your war of unification. However, should the US invade North Vietnam the USSR will intervene by force if necessary. We stand by our brothers in time of conflict. The Russians regard the people of Vietnam as their own and this bond of friendship will never be broken regardless of the situation. We will fight greed and oppression in every which way and our efforts will prevail in the end. Ask for anything Comrade and the mighty Russian bear will respond. We invite you to discuss terms over dinner in the Kremlin Hall.
Sincerely your Comrade,
Chairman Podgorny of the USSR

He looked over his message and was pleased. His next contact was China,

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To: Chairman Mao Zedong
From: Chairman Podgorny
Encryption: Low
Comrade!
I know we have quarreled recently but nonetheless we waiver no hostilities with you. In fact, we would like to open bilateral ties with you and joint mutual cooperation's. We shouldn't let our different views of Communism bring resentment of one another, after all we are still both Communist nations. We still have a common foe and in good friendship I invite you to Moscow for a discussion over dinner in the Kremlin Hall.
Sincerely your Comrade,
Chairman Podgorny 


Podgorny really hoped for the Chinese to meet him halfway so that he may relieve some of his forces on the border and send them elsewhere. He then sent a message to Egypt.

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To: President Nasser of Egypt
From: Chairman Podgorny of the USSR
Encryption: High
Comrade!
 We see you are fighting an imperialist nation in the Middle East, I must say that Russia fully supports your endeavors and would like to establish bilateral ties and military contracts with you. You are fighting the perfect example of imperialism, a puppet created by the US and now Russia will help Egypt fight this enemy and reclaim their rightful land. You wage a war that is no doubt justified and the aggressor are the Israelites who haven't seem to show any wit but obey their masters command. Russia invites you to Moscow to discuss terms over dinner in the Kremlin Hall.
Sincerely your Comrade,
Chairman Podgorny of the USSR

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To: The Democratic Peoples Republic of Germany
From: The USSR
Comrades!
 Of course we will aid you in bolstering  your defenses, we will send supplies and materials to aid you in your intentions. Unfortunately at the moment I cannot spare much men for your defense but anything contributes. I will send in the 2nd and 4th armies to secure the border, meanwhile I'll like to ask you to provide some pressure on NATO by a few border skirmishes.
sincerely your Comrades,
The USSR

He was pleased and awaited responses from all the recipients.

[The Milvian States]

January 10, 1969
5.24 a.m
Canberra
As dawn flickered on the Australian Capital, the Prime Minister sat down at his office, with multiple stacks of paper to go through. with a sigh, he flipped through each folder to see if there were any urgent problems.

"Prime Minister! Prime Minister! " his secretary shouted from the other side of the room."Some of our soldiers have told us that they would like to go to Rhodesia to fight as mercenaries. "

The Prime Minister got up and said, " I do not approve of these Soldiers of Fortune, Perkins. Tell them that they can go as they please, but they do not have the support of the Australian Government."

Perkins gave a salute to the PM and closed the door behind him. The PM was worried of the threat of ICBMs from the USSR and China and dispatched a quick letter to the American President and the Rhodesian Prime Minister.

From: Sir Paul Hasluck, Prime Minister of Her Majesty's Dominion of Australia To: The Prime Minister of Rhodesia, Ian Smith Encryption: Rhodesia and its Allies Dear Prime Minister Ian Smith, A company of our Australian Troops that belongs to our 1st Battalion of the Royal New South Wales Regiment would like to serve as volunteers in your war against those communist rebels in the Rhodesia wilderness.Please note that these volunteers are not officially endorsed We hope that your situation in Rhodesia improves and that your country is peaceful and prosperous in the coming future. Regards, Sir Paul Hasluck

[The Miaphysite Church of Coptic Archism]

CLASSIFICATION: DIPLOMATIC HIGHEST PROTECTION
TO: Prime Minister Ian Smith
FROM: The Rt. Hon Harold Wilson MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Dear Sir,

The current state of affairs between our two countries is not satisfactory for either of us. Whilst I can make no promises with regards to any changes, I wish to organise a meeting between you and myself where the current state of relations, affairs, sanctions and international recognition of your regime can be discussed and where, perhaps, a deal can be made. I look forward to your reply.

Yours faithfully,

Harold Wilson MP
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

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To: The governments of Rhodesia and South Africa

My government would like to propose to your governments the establishment of a strategic partnership between our nations, to faciliate better trade and development, as well as to promote co-opeation of our national interests. If this proposal should be of interest to your governments, please do not hesitate to declare what form you see this partnership as taking.

Yours, hopefully in prosperity, President Artur da Costa e Silva

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TO: Rhodesian Head of Government Ian Smith
FROM: President Johnson of the United States
Dear Mr Ian Smith,
Greetings from the United States, as your nation has not been recognized by any major power, and you are struggling out in africa due to not much trade coming to you, the United States is willing to make you a offer. The terms are listed below.

-Rhodesia shall be committed to fighting communism in South Africa, and shall adhere to United Nation laws, regardless of being a member or not.
-Rhodesia shall sponsor a Democratic Government, with free elections and basic human rights of your people for the entire government.

If you agree to these terms, you shall reap the following benefits.

-Recognition by the United States Government.
-Military supplies at a discount
-Economic aid to your country

Signed,
President Lyndon B. Johnson

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(Image) From: Sir Paul Hasluck, Prime Minister of Her Majesty's Dominion of Australia To: The Prime Minister of Rhodesia, Ian Smith Encryption: Rhodesia and its Allies Dear Prime Minister Ian Smith, A company of our Australian Troops that belongs to our 1st Battalion of the Royal New South Wales Regiment would like to serve as volunteers in your war against those communist rebels in the Rhodesia wilderness.Please note that these volunteers are not officially endorsed We hope that your situation in Rhodesia improves and that your country is peaceful and prosperous in the coming future. Regards, Sir Paul Hasluck

[The Milvian States]

Perth, Western Australia
January 11, 1969
7.23 a.m.

The Men as they are inspected by the General of the Army.

With everything set, the General of the Army inspected his men before leaving the Homeland for Rhodesia. The men seemed happy that they were finally going out for some action. 200 men were ready to sacrifice themselves if necessary for Rhodesia, the future of Africa and possibly the world rests on their shoulders. 3 C-130H landed on a hastily cleared field next to the camp, refueled and ready to transport the troops on a 20 hour journey over the Indian Ocean. Women and children cried as their husbands were sent away for their call of duty. The planes lifted off at exactly 9.30 a.m., leaving behind home and family. 5 Matilda Tanks,13 imported jeeps which were stripped of any non-essential things, including the dashboard, were transported on an additional 2 C-130H were also devoted to the newly named Operation Eradicate.


400 km west of Christmas Island
January 11, 1969
4.42 p.m.

The C-130Hs took turns to refuel from a newly acquired KC-135 Stratotanker, 3000 feet above the surface of the Indian Ocean. The men were singing dirty rugby songs and drinking airline-grade beer, the worst but the only offered by the Australian Government. Meanwhile, a young soldier sat at the seat nearest to the cargo door, looking through pictures of family and friends.

"What's wrong lad?" said Mark Andrews, his squad leader.
"Nothing. Its just that i'm not sure about dying an ocean away from my family." replied Corporal Ken O'Connor
"Don't be so down, when we're out there, I'll make sure to take care of yer back, if you do the same." replied Mark.

O'Connor simply nodded and Mark patted his back. The aircraft had finally finished refueling but worst was to come, right in their path was a large thunderstorm though they could go around it, the pilots feared that they would not have enough fuel to even reach Africa. They made a fateful decision and went straight into the storm. As the turbulence increased, the pilot made an announcement.

"Uh, we're encountering some, uh, bad whetah and we would laik if you would strap up taight, 'preciate it."

(OOC: ALL INFORMAL SPEECH IS WRITTEN IN THE AUSTRALIAN ACCENT, WE 'PRECIATE YOUR UNDERSTANDIN'.)

[Afalia]

9th January 1969
Belfast Docks,
Belfast,
Northern Ireland,
United Kingdom
05:00 Hours

Lieutenant Colonel Broad breathed in the morning air of Belfast docks. Despite the conflict the docks were still busy with activity as Royal Navy ships carrying troops and supplies squeezed themselves in next to the normal civilian vessels carrying goods, food, aid for soldiers and civilians, and more. The trip from Cambletown had been relatively quickly, the Irish sea relatively calm. By now 1,200 British Army soldiers were in Belfast ready to be deployed to Derry and Newry to push back the Irish forces. With them they'd brought tanks, helicopters, some planes and infantry fighting vehicles. It was quite a sight, one Broad hoped would intimidate the Irish forces and force their surrender before any blood had to be shed. But something nagged at this mind which suggested otherwise.

'Lieutenant Colonel,' a young private said, saluting.

'Yes Private?'

'All's ready sir for a dawn raid.'

'The bomber's in position?' Broad asked, taking another deep gust of Belfast air inside him.

'Yes sir. The troop carriers are ready to go as well sir. With your permission the Londonderry and Newry units will set off now.'

Broad nodded his head in agreement and the private scurried away to inform the 600 soldiers the Lieutenant Colonel was in charge of that their mission had begun. Today they'd drive back Irish forces and if all went well Broad would be back home to his wife today, with a nice cup of tea and hearty meal awaiting him.

Royal Welsh Regiment
In Transit Towards Londonderry
County Londonderry,
Northern Ireland,
United Kingdom
05:23 Hours

'I honestly don't understand what they were thinking lads.'

The Sergeant's incredibly strong Welsh accent echoed through the personnel carrier. Outside it was still dark and the armoured vehicles moved quickly across the roads towards the city of Londonderry where Irish forces, backed up by the IRA, were waiting. They'd encountered a few pockets of trouble along the way. A few IRA lads in the countryside who'd lobbed a grenade at their vehicle. Two army soldiers had died, but the IRA men were all captured or killed.

'I just honestly can't see why they'd invade Britain with an army of about 100 men? It's just insane!'

'Well they clearly are insane Sergeant, otherwise they wouldn't be doing it in the first place.'

The cold crisp Yorkshire accent of Corporal Craven was a sharp contrast to Sergeant Owen's Welsh tones.

'That you're right about Craven, they must be mad. What do they expect out of this though honestly? We'll have pushed them all out by tomorrow probably.'

'They just want some glory, to stir things up,' Craven added.

'Well they've met their match in us lads, that's for sure. Nobody can beat the Royal Welsh regiment.'

The soldiers inside the vehicle cheered and banged their feet and hands on the sides of the vehicle. Owen was getting them ready for probably the worst of all the fights in Northern Ireland. He didn't see the Irish in Londonderry surrendering to avoid bloodshed. The Sergeant stood up a little and stretched, before falling back into his seat.

'They didn't expect the Royal Welsh!' he cried, before the traditional song was sung, 'See! They're in disorder! Comrades keep close order! Ever they shall rue the day, They ventured over the border!'

Cabinet Room, No. 10 Downing Street
Westminster, London,
United Kingdom
05:42 Hours

The Prime Minister had been up early to hear the briefing on the dawn raid and give his approval. They were over a thousand British army soldiers in Northern Ireland now preparing to push back the Irish over the border and end the bloodshed quickly. As expected the documents and telegrams Wilson had received overnight were mostly dominated by the war. But thankfully there were a few telegrams to take his mind off things.

STATUS: DIPLOMATIC PROTECTED
TO: Lieutenant General President Ngyuen Van Thieu
FROM: The Rt. Hon Harold Wilson MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Dear Sir,

Thank you for your telegram regarding a possible trade agreement. I would be most interested in creating some sort of trade agreement between the United Kingdom and Republic of Vietnam. Alongside this, in order to curb the spread of tyrannical Soviet inspired communism, I will consult with my foreign secretary and consider increasing the amount of foreign aid Britain donates to your country. I look forward to speaking with you again soon.

Yours sincerely,

The Rt. Hon Harold Wilson MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

STATUS: DIPLOMATIC PROTECTED
TO: President Lyndon B. Johnson
FROM: The Rt. Hon Harold Wilson MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Dear Sir,

I thank you for your kind and supportive telegram regarding the ongoing situation in Northern Ireland. As you said the reason British troops were deployed to Northern Ireland was to ensure security and protection for the Catholic minority, as well as ensure that order and peace were restored to the region. With regards to your question regarding our intentions if we win this conflict, our intentions are simple. We simply wish to remove all Irish forces which are illegally occupying British territory and restore British sovereignty over Northern Ireland. We have no other intentions or objectives and are not interested, as some rumours have suggested, of taking over land of the Irish Republic. Our only objective is to remove Irish forces from Northern Ireland and restore peace to the region. I hope this has cleared things up and I would like to thank you again for your telegram Mr. President.

Yours sincerely,

The Rt. Hon Harold Wilson MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

STATUS: DIPLOMATIC PROTECTED
TO: Prime Minister Ian Smith
FROM: The Rt. Hon Harold Wilson MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Dear Sir,

I thank you for your reply to my telegram regarding talks. Whilst the current situation in Northern Ireland occupies me at the moment I would be more than happy to host you at Downing Street for talks. If you would prefer to hold these talks in Rhodesia please inform me as such. I look forward to what I hope will be productive talks.

Yours sincerely,

The Rt. Hon Harold Wilson MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

[Korencia]

OOC: UK, assume Strabane forces retreated after a very small fight.

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Derry, 9th of January 1969

Roderick and his men had retreated back to the city, when the attack had failed to take Strabane. Now Irish forces were the ones to defend their newly gained areas. Derry had been under Irish control for threee days, and now British forces were reported to be on their way.

80 men were defending Derry, and one Comet tank, ironically, part of a British aid that had been given to the Defence Forces around 1967. The men had set up barricades, and what jailed the most vocal Protestants in a former farm house. Derry airport had been partially destroyed by IRA troops, which lately had started leaving the city.

Roderick took out a cigarette, looking at the starts in the night. While at Strabane they had just lost a tank driver, they would loose many more men here. He honestly hoped the government would negotiate an early peace.

Newry, 9th of January 1969
O' Brien was at his barricade, talking with some lads. Their forces had so no combat after the battle to take the city itself, but IRA scouts had informed them about the British forces moving closer to the city.

While no orders had come from Dublin, it was evident that Lynch's goverment would back down sooner or later. After all, the blockade of trade with Britain and it's Dominions would cripple Ireland on the long turn. Rumors had also stated that an attack of the IDF had failed in Strabane.

For the first time in many decades, a large scale would take place between Irish and British forces. Another war in Europe.

Official Communiqe
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Republic of Ireland

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To President Lyndon B. Johnson,

We shall not withdraw, until reforms have taken place in Northern Ireland. We cannot stand by as Irish men and women die at the hands of the RUC, and Protestant paramilitaries. As the represantive of a small, but honorable country, I will ask you to arrange a meeting between myself and the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, in US territory.

This is all I offer for now.

Yours,

Taoiseach Jack Lynch

[Kelmet]

President Johnson continued to meet with the Indian men, to discuss the possibilities of the Military pact between them. Johnson agreed to have the Indian's sponsor their own version of NATO for that region, and also allowed for Economic aid to be sent to India. The last thing to be discussed on Indian's matter, was the military aid which they were in a meeting about right now. Johnson looked at the Indian delegate, and spoke in a soft and confident tone. "The United States does not openly want to commit to Indian matters on the part of Military, but the United States does want to give reassurances to you that if the USSR tries to mess with India, the United States shall take measures to ensure the survival of your Nation only if you are threatened and US involvement in a military matter is requested, following the decision of the Middle-Eastern NATO." Johnson smiled to the Delegate, hopping he would accept the offer as his Secretary of State walked in. The President acknowledged his presence in the room and began to close out the meetings. "To further help between communication at a fast rate, we wish to grant you access to a secure-line to Washington D.C. foreign offices in any case your government shall need to contact me. My Minister of Defense shall provide you more details on that. As the Delegates where escorted out to meet with the Minister of Defense for the secure-line

Talking to the Defense Secretary " The efforts of the United states are appreciated sir, your endorsement of our Defensive treaty in Asia is most welcoming and I know that the US could never openly give military tech to India. But we have the manpower and the resources to make our military one on par with the US itself. If "Hypothetically" your military designs were to find themselves in an Indian research scientists hands and were changed just enough to were the Soviets wouldn't expect the US. How would that be?