1900 REAL-WORLD RP (IC Thread)

by **Waztaskio** » Sat Mar 01, 2014 1:12 pm

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White House, Washington D.C, United States of America
January,1,1900
9:00 AM

William McKinley sat in the oval office, overlooking some documents on American Industry. It was a tiresome work under his presidency, with growing debates on how America's industrialization process should go, William was caught in the middle. His job was difficult, and he had really not much people to help him besides his personal secretary. The reports were put down, and he rubbed his head for a moment, until his secretary walked in.

"Sir, Congress is moving close to passing the Gold Standard Act of yours, it is getting positive reviews and we should hopefully see passage of it soon.". William had fought for this bill in Congress to be passed, and with the news you would think he would be excited, but his work was still to much. "Thank you Silvia, hows the Territories of Puerta Rico, Philippines, and Guam fareing?", he did not look up when he said those words. Silvia, having worked with the president for a while knew he got like this when he was in deep stress, so it did not hurt her feelings. "They are well, we are still in the process of integration, but so far no real problems are breaking out. As for Cuba, you still need to take a stance on what to do with them.". Cuba was a matter of which William wanted to have not much part in, he stood for giving it Independence, and wanted to maintain their own affairs, with a American naval base just to keep watch.

"I will, and will always stand for the independence of Cuba, I just need to build American Naval bases there to keep watch over it. I do not wish to talk about Cuba much, as further problems are arising". Problems in China with the Boxer Rebellion really was pushing over the balance of the world. It wasn't much of a international incident, but it was still a cause for concern. William wanted to keep a friendly China that would cooperate with America, but did not want to get involved in with it militarily at the time. "Send a delegation to China, I want to witness the State of Affairs in the country, and figure out how friendly there going to be with us.". Silvia nodded to the president, China was a cause for concern, but she had her own views on the situation, but didn't allow them to be heard. "At once sir, I shall leave you to your work", was her last words before leaving the room.

William then began thinking about how his Country could be run most efficiently. The system of Bureaucracy that was established only covered so much. He had a United States Congress, Department of Agriculture, Department of Justice, Department of Interior, Department of State, and Department of Treasury. These Departments really helped alot, but they lacked in various aspects that was left to the President to send bills to Congress to do the others not covered. William then began to think about more ways that could ease the tension, but the thought was cut short when he needed to think about the Delegation he was sending to China. He worked his way to the Telephone, calling the Secretary of State John M. Hay's.

The Phone rang on the lines after the operator connected him, and soon a answer from Hay's. "Hello?" said John, and the president responded, "Hello Hays, this is President McKinley. Listen, I really have some important matters to discuss with you. Mind meeting me at the White House later today?". Hay's responded in a bit more enthusiastic tone of voice, "Sure, i'll be around in a couple of hours. What is it about?". McKinley sighed, then gave a lazy response "China". And soon the phone call was ended.

White House, Washington D.C, United States of America
January,1,1900
1:00 PM

Hays had just arrived at the White House, were he was greeted by the President himself. They worked there way up to the Oval Office, and sat down to have their important Discussion, McKinley opened first, "My Hays, I'm glad you could make it. We have some real serious matters to discuss regarding China. The ongoing revolts in the region are destabilizing the government, making it more and more difficult to trust them. If the Government decides to listen to the rebels, they could go back to Isolationist ways and we would end up moving Americans out of China. Now, at the moment we have no confirmation on what the government will do, but I am authorizing a delegation to be sent there to negotiate agreements between our fine nations.". Hays nodded in approval, but then thought to himself for a moment on how bad these talks could go.

"Mr President, I do agree that we must find a stance on China. A question I do want answered is, what if the Chinese Government sides with the rebels, and refuses to speak with our delegation? This could mean Americans could be trapped in China, as with no communication we wouldn't be able to pull our people out without making it seem like a act of war. I believe, the delegation should not be only headed there with Ambassadors, I would personally like to request a officer of the Marine or Army Corp to be sent to make the Chinese Government know that we do not wish to fight, but we are prepared to resort to it if our people are harmed.".

McKinley pondered that, he knew it would probably be necessary, but it can be interpreted as something negative. "I do appreciate the suggestion, and believe me if the situation was not like it is now, I would authorize that, but at the moment the United States cannot afford to make people in China more agitated at foreigners by sending a Military man there. We need to be as peaceful as we can. Also, I want this Delegation to make a trip to Russia, and Britain's colony in India. I want assurance that we can have support if all things go wrong.". Hays agreed, and then gave his goodbyes to the President, before leaving on his mission to assemble the group. "Oh and Hays, I would like the Delegation to be ready by January 14th to leave for China!", Hays waved back to signal he heard, and soon disappeared into the streets.

Congress, Washington D.C, United States of America
January,1,1900
3:00 PM

Congress was in the middle of a debate session for the Bill. It had been passed in the Senate, but still had doubts by the House. The Speaker of the House David B. Henderson, a Civil War vet, was assisting efforts on trying to get the Gold Standard Act bill passed, he along with McKinley were Republicans, and they both served which gave him respect. Most of the House agreed with the bill, but there was still some discontent between it. Senator Nidgel K. Bumpers was one of the main dissenters. "This bill, will be a disgrace to the currency of America. If we allow the Gold Standard Act to pass, we effectively make our country limited to it's ever-growing options, and prevent us from showing the true strength we all know this country has".

Not much of the room agreed with him, as most were siding with McKinley on this one, as it would bring limitations, but greater rewards in the long term. David spoke up, "The Bill is a great way to show even though America might be strong, and we may be limiting our own power, we show the world that the USA isn't afraid to stand up to itself, and keep it in reasonable bounds to promote prosperity, and peace throughout the Globe. If this Bill doesn't pass, it will lead us into Inflation rates high above what we've seen, and bring just the thing our Founders sought to prevent. We will commence voting after about a month or two, and we will decide this matter there.". And for the day, Nidgel had to drop his argument.

by **Marsisian** » Sat Mar 01, 2014 5:20 pm

Rome, Italy

Italian Empire

Italy desired overseas territories. King Victor Emmanuel III thought about buying Cuba, or the Philippines from the US, but he knew they would never give those new territories up. Instead, he looked to Ethiopia. Maybe, just maybe, he thought, the Italian Military would conquer Ethiopia this time, because they were weakened in the last war severely. Then, he knew the idea was possibly the best one he was going to get. So, he contacted the Commander of the Italian forces in Eritrea via telegram, and ordered Italian troops to be amassed near the Ethiopian border. Most of the troops in Eritrea, about 200,000 out of the 300,000 stationed in Eritrea, would invade Ethiopia. It would take about 2 days to amass, but when they did, the Ethiopian forces would be in for a shock.

by **Phalnia** » Sat Mar 01, 2014 7:14 pm

Salon doré
Élysée Palace, Paris, France
1, January, 1900

President Loubet stood in his office in the Presidential Palace. He was staring out the large window onto the perfectly arranged flowers and trees below. He spent a good deal of time staring out the window, he enjoyed the finely ordered nature of the gardens. After a few minutes he returned to his ornate desk and the work lined out for him. Reports from his various ministers detailed the occurrences of the Republic.

A knock interrupted Emile's work. "Enter!" A young man in a three-piece suit entered carrying dispatches and reports. "Thank you, Charles. Please, see that these letters are sent out in tonight's post." The secretary nodded and turned to leave.

However, he stopped just short of the door. "Monsieur, the Ministers have gathered in the Murat Room."

"Thank you." The President placed his pen into the inkwell, grabbed a stack of papers and followed Charles out of the office. At the bottom of the stairs leading up from the ground floor, President Loubet and Charles ,the Secretary-General of the Élysée, were met by Prime Minister Waldeck-Rousseau.

The Prime Minister escorted them into the room which was already full of Ministers. They all stood as the final three members entered. "Gentlemen please be seated." The President said as he motioned down with one hand a lit a cigar in his mouth with the other. After shaking out the match and taking a few puffs he spoke again. "Let's begin shall we?"

*****

Several hours later the President dismissed the meeting and the men went back to their respective offices and duties. The President once again sat in front of his desk. A particular report caught his attention. It was a report from a French official who had been in England. He claimed to have heard of Ferdinand Esterhazy staying in a remote village. Loubet sighed. Esterhazy had been the man behind the "Dreyfus Affair". When the truth of the affair was revealed Major Esterhazy had been charged, tried and found not guilty in a closed court rife with controversy. This all took place during the last presidency and Loubet wanted to make a point of righting past wrongs. He had already sent a letters of pardon and commission to Devil's Island. Captain Dreyfus would be freed and sworn back into the service of the Republic.

However, the matter of the true traitor still remained. Loubet had ceased the pension sent to Esterhazy and had vowed to see the man return to France and face a trial in a civilian court. Now, he had only to see the man apprehended. To that end he drafted a letter to Minister Delcassé, who was in charge of Foreign Affairs. They contained instructions to send a letter and detachment of men to London to negotiate the arrest of Esterhazy.

*****

Office of the Minister of Foreign Affairs
Quai d'Orsay, Paris, France
1, January, 1900

Minister Delcassé sat in his office along the Quai d'Orsay, his back bent over a letter to his British counterpart, hoping to satisfy his President's quest for Esterhazy.

To: Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland

It has come to our attention that Charles Marie Ferdinand Walsin Esterhazy, formerly a Major in the Armée de Terre, has been found in Harpenden, Hertfordshire County. This man is accused of espionage and treason against the République Française. We request permission for agents of our government to arrest and return Monsieur Esterhazy to Paris so he may face trial.

Sincerely,
Théophile Delcassé, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the République Française.

by **Neros** » Sat Mar 01, 2014 9:17 pm

When China awakes, the world will tremble.

February 7th, 1900
Beijing, China

"Hold the street!" A Chinese official said, dressed in average clothing for the time. He was clearly a civil servant for the Military, but a trait distinguished him from the others - first, his Han background, which would honestly be hard to determine if one was not East Asian, and second, his Queue, the hair style worn by Manchu officials and adopted nation-wide for all civil servants, was cut. He held the long braided piece of hair in his hand while he directed the small squad of soldiers - who themselves seemed like a randomly thrown together militia. Those who had guns knelt behind a few hastily thrown together sand bags, and beyond those gunmen, held some soldiers armed with just melee weapons - spears, swords, and the like.

This man was named Hui Fu Cheung, and he would prove to be loyal to his ideals. The Boxer Rebellion itself was not just a revolt of conservative Chinese groups against foreign imperialism, but a civil war. The Reformer, or Republicans, fought with esteemed fervor against the Boxer and the Qing Dynasty to promote a republic over the thousands of years of dynastic rule. The militiamen here were Reformers, and they could see the mob growing from the streets. This street in particular, named Yángguāng Lùjìng and translated into "Sunshine Path" gave a fantastic holding point from the rest of the city towards the Summer Palace - and by that stretch, the Foreign Legations. The crowd that formed at the end of the Sunshine Path began to march up the street - joined by men, women, and children alike from the streets that branched off. This was the Society of Righteous and Harmonious Fists, whose numbers were augmented with disgruntled citizens of Peking. A grotesque scene moved to the front of the crowd - a Boxer carrying the head of a foreign missionary on a spear. Their chanting was becoming clearer to the men assembled at the top street - "Defend China - Kill the Foreigner!" being a popular choice.

Hui Fu Cheung let out an audible sigh of relief as soldiers of the New Army began to fill the gaps in his defense. Frontline militia men were exchanged for trained soldiers - ones who actually had knowledge and understanding of firing western-style rifles and the like. The group of Boxers continued their march - as if they did not noticed nor care of the change in guard. Suddenly, their numbers meant nothing to the New Army soldiers. The calm, relaxed yet tense faces of the soldiers dressed in western uniforms were nothing short of a scare tactic on it's own, if the Boxers could see it from that distance that is. They merely saw the end of a rifle and a helmet, but they continued forward.

Without warning and without provocation, a single shot came from the defending point and tore into one of the Boxers, sending him into a crumbling, screaming heap of flesh on the ground. The Boxers ran, but rather than fleeing, they ran towards the defenders. Without an order or proper discipline, the New Army soldiers continued to fire as the Boxers came in waves. Some were equipped with domestically-made Remington repeating rifles, and were able to quickly bring down at least twelve Boxers before reloading. It was a massacre, and it was over within the hour. Pools of blood, screaming agony, and the mild late-winter day made the smell of gunpowder mix with the smell of death. The soldiers of the New Army advanced their position - effortlessly and horrifically killing those who were wounded on the street. They themselves took only light wounds from some Boxers who had guns they took from foreigners, or the Arsenals. The Boxer death toll was in the hundreds.

In nearly full-view of the Foreign Legations to top this all off, the Sunshine Path Massacre demonstrated the deteriorating situation in China.

February 8th, 1900
Approaching Dalian, China

The mass of people moved as a single unit along the road to Port Arthur. At the center was a metal cage - normally used for punishment in the Qing Court, but adapted with four pairs of wheels. Within the cage sat a woman dressed in the clothes of a commoner, but her face gave the true identity of the woman. Empress Dowager Cixi, who looked as if she had aged an entire life time on the run, sat poised on a wooden chair - massive shackles binding her hands and feet. Being a Chinese noblewoman, she had her feet bound and would have been unable to walk more than a few meters, so the chains seemed a bit much. She held her head high and proud as Dalian began to pass by them. The citizens of the port city emerged to see the Empress - who once ruled over all of China for nearly four decades. Most stood with a face that showed indifference, they wanted to simply live their lives and did not honestly care if they were still under Imperial authority or the Republic. Their biggest threat came from Russia and Japan, and the ongoing events of China only made them fear the foreigners even more.

The mass of people finally arrived at an elegant gate - a view of the harbor being seen a few miles beyond it. "Что это?" The guard said. The Chinese looked among themselves, none of them spoke Chinese. The guard repeated, in broken Mandarin. "What...is this?" His thick Russian accent bleeding and stumbling all over the words. He motioned to a boy on the street - one who had managed to learn bits of Russian and spoke Chinese as his mother tongue by hanging around Port Arthur and chatting with the guards. He couldn't have been older than seven, perhaps nine at the most.

"They are the Republicans." He said to the guard, who had managed to assemble a squad of other Russians from the port with all the commotion. A leader of the group emerged, directly speaking to the Russians on the port side of the fence, and the Chinese gathered around him. The small Chinese boy provided a translation for the Russians. "He says the Empress has been charged with numerous crimes against China and the Republic. He says that she has made China weak against the foreigners." He listened a little more. "I don't understand that word, or that one. Oh, he asked what she had to say on her behalf." The Empress spoke, softly but heard by all, surprisingly. The boy was cursed with a fit of laughter, before remembering he had to translate what was said. "She said that as Empress, she makes the laws, and she committed none." He paused for a bit, seeming confused glances from the Russians. "It doesn't translate well."

Activity began to pick up in the crowd, with the Republicans placing the caged Empress in front of a brick wall - in view of the Russians and the Chinese spectators. Begrudgingly, ten men stepped forward, armed with their Gewehr knock-offs and a deadpan for faces. The Russians spoke quietly to each other, while the boy sat, wide-eyed. "They are going to kill her." He said, the seriousness of his voice strange for a boy his age. The man who was once speaking to the entire crowd of Russians and Chinese turned solely to the Russians, and said in very broken Russian,

"Let the world tremble." In a swift motion he swung his hand downwards. The Empress sat idly, her face unchanging, defiant even when facing death. The aged beauty met her violent death with such pose and elegance that it was almost tragic. Her body, slammed with ten rounds of bullets in the chest and single one taking out a piece of her head. She didn't even look the same as she once was, she seemed so, mortal now. The rulers of China were once thought of as the closest thing to the Heavens, but she died as any normal person would. A journalist was watching - and photographing the entire scene, from the Chinese presenting the Empress to the Russians, all the way to her execution. He even managed to snag a picture of her lifeless body. He would send these to his contacts in Japan, Australia, and America to get word out. He began to frantically telegram a message to his boss in Shanghai.

All International Newspapers:

Code: Select all: START Empress CIXI dead. FIRING Squad. Republicans. Port ARTHUR STOP

by **Zachatopia** » Sat Mar 01, 2014 10:34 pm

Houses of Parliament, London, England
January 1st, 1900

Prime Minister Robert Gascoyne-Cecil sat in his office within the great palace reviewing the state of the Great British Empire in which he was in command of. He was most notably concerned with the issues occurring within the confines of China with the Boxer Rebellion; he was more than aware that a victory by the rebel Boxers would almost definitely mean a direct threat to one of Britains most important possessions, India. He knew they would not be fond of Britains imperialist ways and thus needed to keep any eye on the rebellion and needed to speak with Parliament soon, very soon. His personal aid burst into the room out of breath, and after catching his composure quickly stated “ Sir, Prime Minister, a very important letter just came through from Théophile Delcassé from the Republic of France, he is requesting that we allow his government permission to come onto our territory to detain a national criminal by the name of Charles Marie Ferdinand Walsin Esterhazy who is residing in Hertfordshire.”

“You tell him that the government of Great Britain will take care of this small issue that his country is facing, and when we detain this criminal he will be gladly returned to the government of France” Said Gascoyne-Cecil.

To:Théophile Delcassé, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the République Française

We understand your urgency to capture this criminal as espionage is a crime that is not to go unpunished, but by order of The Prime Minister Robert Gascoyne-Cecil, we would like to hereby request that your government allow the government of Great Britain to hunt down and detain this horrible man since he has chosen to take refuge in our great nation. After detaining Esterhazy, we will gladly return him by ship to your government and you may do whatever further you would like with him.

-From the desk of, Prime Minister Robert Gascoyne-Cecil

by **Marsisian** » Sat Mar 01, 2014 11:19 pm

Eritrea
January 3rd, 1900

Most of the Italian forces in the colony of Eritrea were ordered to amass near the Ethiopian border, and they did. Another telegram was sent to the Somaliland colony for troops to defend the northern border with Ethiopia in case of an Ethiopian incursion into Somaliland. The northern forces in Eritrea were ready to invade Ethiopia, and they crossed the border, secretly, in the black darkness of the night.

WIP

by **Rhinocera** » Sun Mar 02, 2014 12:01 am

In the Heart of Berlin

Kaiser Wilhelm II sat at his desk, reading a report on the current situation in China. This boxer rebellion had a profound effect on other European powers, garnering a rather strong reaction from the major powers. Japan's invasion of these territories, however, presented an interesting opportunity. A chance to establish a good relationship with this growing, formerly isolationist, nation. However, the Kaiser saw another interesting option that could be taken. He would send his "assistance" to the Imperial Japanese, and in doing so he could establish a stronger influence in China. Kaiser Wilhelm made a decision. He placed the report on his desk, then gave the order to reinforce the East Asia Squadron, which was under the command of Admiral Felix von Bendemann and based at Tsingato. A telegram was sent to the Admiral, in order to inform him of the inbound reinforcements. Preparing these forces would take weeks, while their movement would also take time as well. Wilhelm had also reviewed the militaries long term plans, and found them satisfactory. Germany was aggressively expanding its power, several battleships were mere months from completion, the army was growing at an exponential rate, and development on new technologies was going as planned. However, the Kaiser thought that even more could be accomplished in a diplomatic point, leading him to draft a letter to the British prime minister.

Admiral Felix von Bendemann,

I have taken note of the situation in China and I have decided that it warrants reinforcing your squadron. I have ordered a task force dispatched to reinforce your squadron, I trust you will utilize it in the best of interests of Imperial Germany. I believe that a powerful opportunity has presented itself. You are to offer assistance to the Imperial Japanese, they could be a powerful ally. However, should you feel that the Japanese, Chinese, or any other power threatens your position, you have full authority to react.

SMS Brandenburg
SMS Kurfürst Friedrich Wilhelm
SMS Weissenburg
SMS Worth
SMS Fürst Bismarck
500 German Soldiers
14 7.7 cm FK 96 Field Guns

An additional telegram was sent to the British Empire, requesting permission to cross through the Suez Canal.

To the Prime Minister of Great Britian,

Esteemed and respectable leader, I must ask a favor of your mighty nation. The situation in Eastern Asia has warranted the reinforcing of German forces, as to preserve their safety. I must ask of you that we be allowed to sail our vessels through the Suez Canal, for this would greatly expedite the process and ensure the safety of German people. I inquire that you consider our request with an open mind. I also offer you the opportunity to visit the German Empire, yourself. Your stay would be the most luxurious, and will be paid for by the German Government. You would be able to simply relax for 2 days, and on the third we would meet and discuss our two great nation's diplomatic standing between each other. Please consider this offer, for it could lead to great things.

- Kaiser Wilhelm II

by **Helsary** » Sun Mar 02, 2014 3:33 am

Buenos Aires

1st January 1900

Julio A. Roca was sitting at his desk,when suddenly,an idea of improving Argentina's economy has come to his head.He took a pen and a page of paper and started writing on it.

The following conditions are to be fullfilled or at least attempted by the state of Argentina until 1st January 1903,and if proven successful,a new replacement for these conditions will be set:

1.Funding expeditions to find gold/diamond/mineral mines within the territories of Argentina,and encouraging private companies to start a mining project of the discovered mines.
2.Increasing the tax rate to 28% for high-income earners,while reducing it to 16% for low-income earners.
3.Starting the construction of industrial factories and encouraging rural population to move into urban areas in order to work in these factories.
4.Buying agrar land from the wealthy landowners and forcing prisoners to work in agriculture for the government(for free),as well as encouraging the unemployed to start working in the government agriculture.
5.Increase of agricultural products available for export.
6.Building of oil wells in oil rich areas and encouraging the unemployed to work in these.
7.Selling gun and hunting permits to the population in order for them to be legally able to hunt animals.
8.Upgrading the fishing industry and offer 25% more pay for fishermen working for the government,while encouraging the unemployed to get a job in the fishing industries.

Julio was finished writing his ideas,but he wanted to turn them into more than ideas.He got up,took the papers,and started walking towards the conference room,putting the papers on the table.''I want you to start working on these objectives''said Julio.''And I mean,start working on them tomorrow.''.He left the room,and the politicians present in that room started looking at the papers,reading them and noting the 8 goals needing to be achieved.

Back at his desk,Julio started writing a letter to the USA president:

From: Julio A. Roca,President of Argentina
To: William McKinley,President of USA

Greetings!

We,the people of Argentine,will start an industrialization program soon,and we are currently only knowing how to produce outdated rifles when it comes to armament.We are asking you if you could sell us 3 pistols from every type of pistol you have available.As for the price,feel free to make a price yourself,as we don't know how expensive the pistols really are.

We are looking forward to trading with you.Please reply with a price for the pistols.

Signed,Julio A. Roca

by **Zachatopia** » Sun Mar 02, 2014 3:01 pm

Houses of Parliament, London, England

January 5, 1900

As Prime Minister Gascoyne-Cecil was getting ready for his meeting with Parliament to discuss issues within the empire and those outside of the empire of Great Britain, once again his aid rushed in on him with an urgent telegram from a fellow nation. "Sir, Kaiser Wilhelm from the Empire of Germany has just sent us a telegram requesting access through the Suez canal so that he may supply reinforcements to his troops in China."
"Very well, please inform that they may have access through the canal as long as their intentions toward our great nation are pure." said the Prime Minister as he finished buttoning up his suit. "Speaking of the Suez canal, I must make sure to bring up with parliament the need to reinforce the canal with troops and heavy weapons as it will surely become a target if we end up in another war."

"Sir one more thing, a Admiral Sir John Fisher has proposed plans to several government officials about building a new kind of ship, one that would outclass every other ship on the seas to date. He is looking for approval from yourself, parliament, and the military overall so he could possible get funding for this project. More than likely he will be at the meeting today to present it to you all."

"Hmm, very interesting, this is definitely something I would like to look more into, I can't wait to see what he has to offer. On a side note, I want you to make sure these plans for this new 'megaship' is kept under the radar- as in completely classified information"

To: Kaiser Wilhelm II

You are more than welcome to proceed through the Suez canal as I will make sure my men are on standby waiting for your ships to arrive. As for the meeting, I would be more than willing to come meet with you to discuss our nations relationship, just supply me with the time and place and I will be there.

-Prime Minister Robert Gascoyne-Cecil

by **Rhinocera** » Sun Mar 02, 2014 5:17 pm

January 10th, In the Heart of Berlin

The Kaiser sat at his desk reading over a message from the British Prime Minister. He was very pleased with the Prime Minister's response. He decided to draft the response himself.

To the Prime Minister of the British Empire,

Esteemed and respected leader of Britain, I thank you personally for approving the passage of my vessels through the Suez Canal. Your act of kindness towards the German Empire will not be forgotten by the Germany and will be repaid in kind. In regards to the invitation I extended to you, I suggest the 4th of February as the date of your visit. A topic I would like to discuss at the conference that will follow your visit would be the situation in China. I believe that this presents a situation of importance to the European powers.

- Kaiser Wilhelm II

Wilhelm had received word that his warships were ready to depart slightly over a day ago, but ordered the movement of an additional 36 FK 7.7 cm field guns to travel with the fleet. Now, the ships were ready to set off on the voyage to reinforce the East Asia Squadron. Wilhelm gave the final confirmation and they put off to sea. The German forces where on their way to reinforce those in Asia, where they would prepare to do as ordered by the Admiral Felix Von Bendemann. The voyage was expected to take 3 weeks, instead of the nine it would have taken if Britain had not approved the use of the Suez Canal.

by **Waztaskio** » Sun Mar 02, 2014 11:57 pm

State Department Building, Washington D.C, United States of America
January,14,1900
9:00 AM

John M. Hay's was sitting at his office, with his expedition enroute to China already, with the ship and the Delegates already onboard the ship "The USS Tohomas", which was a standard steam transport ship. The President, having thought more about John's suggestion was allowed to take twenty US Marine Corp's men, under the command of First Lieutenant Griswold Kingston who were also onboard for the journey. John had sent the ship off at around 6:00 AM, and John was sitting in his Office reading through some other reports from the region when his secretary Gina rushed in. "John, terrible news, the Empress of China has been executed!".

John was in a particularly good mood and did not want anyone to spoil it, but hearing those words was like a bullet going through his chest and into his skull paralyzing him in a trans state. He didn't respond for a full minute, then he looked up and noted the expression of his Assistant. "That is not all sir, a massacre has also taken place in the city of Beijing, reports of hundreds of Chinese people are dead from the Army, and from the looks of things it will get worse.". Hays then stared at Gena, not knowing at first what to say. The Delegation was already off for China and he could re-route it, but this is a mission of upmost importance to turn away. "Gena, I will be sending letters to Britain, France, Portugal, Japan, Russia, Italy, and Spain to try and gain support for us there. We are not the only ones this must be causing panic to."

Gena began on the typewriter, preparing to write down the telegrams for each of the delegates. Hays spoke softly, but firmly at how he wanted each letter to be worded.

With those finally finished, he ordered them to be sent off. He hoped he would get the support he desperately needed for this, but it was all up to them. He also ordered a telegram to be sent to the ship, telling them to reroute to Manilla.

by **Seljuq Kyiv** » Mon Mar 03, 2014 2:06 am

DAI NIPPON TEIKOKU
Tokyo, Japan

To the Government of the United States of America

Your request of aid has not gone unheard. The Government of Japan worries not only for its citizens and compatriots of Japan in China, irrespective of their faiths and beliefs, but of the Christians of China and, more importantly, the citizens of China themselves. The situation has spiralled into anarchy and will continue to deteriorate without foreign intervention.

The Government will send a delegation to Manila as soon as possible. We hope a rational and tempered solution to this conflict may be found.

In the name of His Imperial Majesty The Emperor of Japan.

Official Transcript:

"... The Boxers, after several weeks of brutal and inhumane torture, marched the former Empress Dowager Cixi through the streets of Port Arthur, in a cage and in shackles. There, they, in open view of an assembled crowd, found her guilty of crimes against the State, the state by which I mean the illegitimate warlord Republican government, and fired ten rounds.

"Her body, whether it had been given time to pass on or not, was unceremoniously dumped in the streets, in as many pieces as she was.

"I do not know if the Guangxu Emperor, nor his regent the Empress Dowager Ci'an, had been spared of the atrocities, or whether they too had been summarily executed following the fall of Beijing and the Forbidden Palace. I do not know how many Christians, how many foreign citizens in the legation quarters, most importantly Japanese citizens, have been murdered in the following reprisals and massacres.

"But I do know that the crisis in China cannot end without the aid of us peace-loving neighbours. I know that the death of Sugiyama Akira, secretary of our legation, and many others like him, shall not have been in vain. I know that the mountains of bodies, the rivers of blood, the turrets of skulls adorning each Republican city can only be ended with Japanese intervention.

"I beseech to the Imperial Diet, to His Imperial Majesty the Emperor: mobilise the troops! Prepare five brigades and a worthy fleet headed for Tianjin!"

- Yamagato Aritomo, Prime Minister of the Empire of Japan

by **Zachatopia** » Mon Mar 03, 2014 3:53 pm

Houses of Parliament, London, England- Emergency meeting call

January 10th, 1900

As the Prime minister calmly walked into the large meeting room where all of Parliament was already seated, there was an eery quietness as the delegates did not know why they had been called to this meeting at such an odd and unplanned time. Nevertheless, Gascoyne-Cecil stepped up to the podium and after a brief pause as he was looking over the faces of the gentlemen in front of him, he started..."Gentlemen, I have called you here today to all in all discuss dire issues that need to be addressed in order to keep this great empire of ours strong, so lets start...first of all, we must discuss this 'Boxer Rebellion' that is currently occurring in the vasts lands of China- if the rebels happen to win this conflict, they will definitely come for our possessions in India, etc and bring conflict with them. We MUST not let this happen gentlemen, and that is why, after several hours of contemplation and after receiving a telegram from the United States of America requesting our help, I am ordering the immediate mobilization of 1250 British infantry along with 50 17 pounder field guns, and to transport them 5 battleships plus the needed transports. The second issue pressing our nation is the security of the Suez canal, it has came to my attention that the canal would be one of the first and most strategic targets that we possess and thus I am requesting your permission to begin construction on fortified/costal positions along the canal along with 500 added troops for security. It may seem like a lot for just a small waterway but if we are to go to war, that canal may end up being our lifeline to getting supplies and troops to the front line"
Hearing this most all members of Parliament nodded their heads in agreement and some began to clap..
"...that isn't all gentlemen" spurted the Prime Minister, "One final thing I desperately need to bring to your attention and need your approval for...here today is a man that goes by the name of Admiral Sir John Fisher, and he would like to present to you all a new project that he has came up with.."

And with that the tall black haired man stepped up to the podium and shook the Prime Ministers hand, "Fellow Countrymen and prestigious Parliament members, I come to you today to seek your approval on a new idea of mine that would completely revolutionize the British navy and place our great military years ahead of all the rest- I call it the Dreadnought." And with that the Admiral pulled out some blueprints and began sending them around to all the Parliament members...there were gasps and wows as the blueprints moved around the room. "So gentlemen what do you think?" The room simply erupted into cheers as all the members showed their approval for the new ship. "Very well then, if I am supplied with the right team and resources I can begin further development on the Dreadnought and in a matter of time it will be ready for construction."

"Looks like you got your go ahead" said the Prime Minister, " You will have everything you need by tomorrow and you must start immediately on the finishing of it, and please inform me when you are in the final stages so I can get the proper setup needed to begin construction" The admiral shook Gascoyne-Cecil's hand one more time and departed out of the meeting room to begin on the project. "I thank you Gentlemen for coming today and thank you for giving your approval for all what we discussed today, I am not adjourning this meeting, good day to you all" Prior to leaving the meeting the Prime minister leaned back to his aid and whispered, "Please send out the correct telegrams based on what was discussed today".

To: Kaiser Wilhelm II

February 4th sounds just fine to me, we shall meet then to discuss our relations. And you are quite welcome for your passage through the Suez Canal

-From the desk of, Prime Minister Robert Gascoyne-Cecil

To: Secretary of State John M. Hays

We understand your situation and completely agree that some sort of action needs to be taken to ensure peace in the Chinese mainland and in order to protect our interests and possessions in the Asian mainland. And that is why 1250 British infantry along with 50 17 Pounder Field guns and 5 Battleships are being dispatched as a response force to the Boxer Rebellion. As for the meeting aboard your vessel, we would be more than happy to attend considering that much is to be discussed. Just supply us with the time and our delegates will be there

-Prime Minister Robert Gascoyne-Cecil

by **Three Hammers** » Mon Mar 03, 2014 4:05 pm

Hofburg Palace, Vienna, Austro-Hungarian Empire

February 1, 1900
10:00

The Kaiser stood in front of one of the many large, ornate windows that granted him sight out of the Hofburg Palace. With arms folded behind his straightened back, he proudly looked at the Heldenplatz, which had been constructed as a public space opposite of the palace. His focus was locked upon the leftmost equestrian statue, commemorating Archduke Charles of Austria, glorifying the military achievements of the Habsburg Monarchy. It was inaugurated in 1860, despite the Austrians having suffered a defeat just prior to this on June 24, 1859 at the Battle of Solferino, giving rise to the unification of the Italian states and the creation of a new nation, nonetheless, honoring the fallen soldiers was symbolic enough in the eyes of the Kaiser to warrant a statue. Opposite of the Archduke's immortal stone was another hero of the Habsburg Monarchy eternalized in marble - Prince Eugen of Savoy, one of the most legendary commanders in modern European history. He led the Habsburg armies in defense of the Balkan against the encroaching Ottoman Empire as the foremost general amongst the Holy League, which struck a devestating defeat against the Ottomans in the Great Turkish War of 1683 - 1699, and a skilled tactician in the War of the Spanish Succession of of 1701 - 1714. Although the statue shared a similar fate as the Archduke's, having been inaugurated in 1865, shortly before the Austrian defeat of 1866 at the Battle of Königgrätz at the hands of the Prussians, which was one of the three key events that led to the emergence of a new European power in the form of a unified Germany under Prussian leadership.

He was, however, given some relief in the past years. Europe was relatively peaceful, especially compared to the first half of the 19th century which saw the rise of the French Republic, that swiftly fell into the hands of one of history's greatest commanders - Napoleon Bonaparte, who twisted the democratic ideals of the revolution into creating an empire, with himself being coronated as the Emperor of the French. However, military defeats weren't the only events that struck the Habsburgs in the Coalition Wars. Even with the defeat of Napoleon and the subsequent return of the House of Bourbon upon the, the civil code set forth by Napoleon, alongside the ideas of democracy and enlightenment of the short-lived French Republic, had spread throughout the other European states. It had been the foreshadowing of a new age in the history of the Europe, one in which the position of the common folk was to be raised, which culminated in the Revolutions of 1848. A turbulent year of national awakening which did not spare Austria, instead resulting in the abdication of the current Kaiser Ferdinand, and the coronation of Franz Joseph as Kaiser on December 2, 1848.

"An army may face defeat, a monarch may face death, a nation may face cessasion, but ideas will not face quenching." The Kaiser's expression grew stern as he pondered momentarily, shaking his head and clearing his thoughts. He looked at the globe upon his desk, sending it to a spin before it came to a halt as his finger locked onto a region of Europe, the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the Balkan - the Condonium of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Ever since the occupation, the influence of its neighbors - Croatia to the west, and Serbia to the east - had led to mixed national feelings among the folk, which was still predominantly split up by religion. The Muslims, despite the Ottoman Empire still having a formal say in the matter of Bosnia and Herzegovina, had lost the privileged status they once had, and still clung to the Ottomans. The Catholics, under the influence of Croatian national-religious propaganda since the second half of the 19th century, had clung to Croatia as brethren. The Orthodox, under the influence of Serbian national-religious propaganda since the second half of the 19th century, much like the Catholics, had clung to Serbia even prior to this, due to the national emphasis of the Orthodox Church, which often venerated national patrons and saints more than the primary religious figure, Christ, himself, which all led to the tri-national-religious structure among the populace.

The Kaiser had already assigned a capable minister to govern the Condonium of Bosnia and Herzegovina and strengthen Austro-Hungarian influence by deterring Ottoman, Croatian and Serbian influence through the promotion of Bosniakhood, seeking to further decentralize the Slavs by firmly establishing another nation-state, preventing a potential conglomeration of the Slavic folk and a possible revolution in the future. Thus, the Joint Imperial Minister of Finance and Administration of Bosnia and Herzegovina Benjamin Kally helped promote this idea, isolating the country from irredentist neighbors, which was to make way for the upcoming Austro-Hungarian annexational ambitions, and the importance of his task was to be further emphasized very soon. A letter was drafted.

To Sultan Abdulhamid II of the Ottoman Empire,

Following the occupation of the Vilayet of Bosnia and our joint rule over the neighboring Sanjak of Novi Pazar on July 13, 1878, the irrendetist claims of the Kingdom of Serbia and the Principality of Montenegro upon these territories has given me ample enough evidence to assume that they, under the support of the Russian Empire, would likely attempt to seize these regions from us, using their national propaganda aimed at the Orthodox population as a casus belli, should the event of an armed conflict arise. I fear that the Russian Empire would be quick to lend its aid, should that occur.. While I am uncertain of the intents of the other European monarchs, I have faith that you wish to minimize the possibilities of another war, seeing as your nation is still undergoing its planned industrialization, which neither of us would like to see hindered by Pan-Slavism, used to mask the political ambitions of the Orthodox Slavs. Thus I propose a solution to this problem.

I offer a monetary exchange of 8,000,000 Krones for the annexation of these two territories. Not only will this cement the stability of the Vilayet of Bosnia and the Sanjak of Novi Pazar, but it will also separate the Kingdom of Serbia and the Principality of Montenegro, weakening their strategical position in the case of an armed intervention that I, as aforementioned, foresee as a real possibility. In exchange, I assure that I will provide political support for the Ottoman Empire in case of Imperial Russian intervention.

~ Kaiser Franz Joseph of the Austro-Hungarian Empire

by **Senata Populaque Romana** » Mon Mar 03, 2014 4:43 pm

Yıldız Palace, Ottoman Empire, February 5, 1900
Abdul Hamid II reclines back in his chair, resting his feet upon his leather ottoman, plump stogie in his mouth. As he shuffles about through documents of other, lesser importance he is swiftly delivered the letter from the Kaiser to the West. Abdul falls silent as he opens the letter and reads it swiftly. He chuckles quietly, clearly in glee.

To Kaiser Franz Joseph I:
My good friend, how fortunate it is you come to me with this gift -- albeit in expectation for me to return the gift with one of my own. While I'm hesitant to surrender such a strong hold in the Southern Slavic region, your offer has given me a few... ideas. I'm willing to discuss further plans in more detail, but be warned Kaiser: I am as vigilant as I am powerful. I'm prepared for anything and anyone. I am willing to gift you the Bosnian territory, and perhaps you could share the spoils of the Principality of Montenegro and the Kingdom of Serbia together. Keep note that without the petty kingdom of Serbia, or the Principality, I can strengthen this bond you've offered me as no one will be in our way and our borders will be joined.

-Sultan Abdul Hamid II

Abdul Hamid II reclines to his study, getting quick to work on another letter.

To Dinuzulu, Esteemed King of the Zulu:
The pleasure to address you is mine. I have heard of your gallant ability to resist the European incursions over the passed years. However, I realize that this peace you've begun to win for yourself will only be short-lived. However, I have recently acquired the means to supply you and your men with the weaponry that will allow you to conquer your old borders -- and even more. If you agree to this pact, I ask for only simple favors in return:

You allow the Ottoman Empire to acquire the ivory that roams in the form of the elephant through the jungles and savannahs
You allow the Ottoman Empire to establish -- and procure -- mines which will allow our fine empire to acquire more resources
You allow the Ottoman Empire to establish -- and procure -- sites in which we draw from the earth any oil that could be found, acquiring no more than 30 sites, but no less than 15.
You enter a formal alliance with the Ottoman Empire that will take effect at the end of your conquest.

I do look forward to hearing back from you on this matter.

-Sultan Abdul Hamid II

by **Seljuq Kyiv** » Mon Mar 03, 2014 11:25 pm

DAI NIPPON TEIKOKU
Bohai Bay, Yellow Sea

By mid-afternoon, a sizeable convoy led by the pre-dreadnoughts Fuji, Yashima, and Asahi had anchored several kilometres off the coast of Tianjin. While official hostilities had not yet began, orders had been sent to observe the mainland from a distance. Any and all happenings of note were to be reported to the authorities.

The dull metal of the vessels glinted in the horizon amid onlookers in the harbour. There they would wait while the Japanese delegation would too wait in Manila, where the weather was excellent in February.

by **Rhinocera** » Tue Mar 04, 2014 12:22 pm

At a German Port
February 4th, Early Morning

Colonel Hans Ludenof stood at the port, making preparations for the British prime minister's arrival. He had 4 companies of the finest infantry in the German Empire standing at attention, dressed in military dress uniform. The battleships SMS Kaiser Friedrich III and SMS Kaiser Wilhelm II
were sitting outside of the port, displaying the pride of the Imperial German Navy. He was ready to display the proud German tradition to the foreign official, a direct order from the Kaiser himself. Once the British Prime Minister arrives, Hans was to take him to an estate reserved for government officials and visiting dignitaries. After this, he was provide security for the minister, ensuring his stay in Germany was not interrupted by any dangers.

Meanwhile, the Kaiser sat at his desk, reading a news report from China. "The Empress is dead. This is an outrage! These boxers have no sense of loyalty, if they won't listen to their domestic government, then see how they respond to a foreign one. Inform Admiral Bendemann that he is to announce the following to the Chinese. Tsingato, after review by the Government of Germany, has been annexed until the Boxer Rebellion has ended. Until the Boxer Rebellion is no longer in effect, Tsingato will now be treated as a German territory in all aspects. The lease of Tsingato to Germany by the Chinese is no longer in effect. We now officially consider Tsingato a German territory, and it will remain so until the rightful Chinese Government reestablishes full control over the ravaged nation. Any attempt to evict German forces from Tsingato will be viewed as an act of aggression." With that, an assistant ran to type and send the message. He then ordered that top military officials begin to prepare a large expeditionary force, the Kaiser had grand plans. Very grand plans indeed.

To Admiral Felix von Bendemann,

Admiral, you are to announce the following to the Chinese. Tsingato, after review by the Government of Germany, has been annexed, temporarily, until the Boxer Rebellion has ended. Until the Boxer Rebellion is no longer in effect, Tsingato will now be treated as a German territory in all aspects. The lease of Tsingato to Germany by the Chinese is no longer in effect. We now officially consider Tsingato a German territory, and it will remain so until the rightful Chinese Government reestablishes full control over the ravaged nation. Any attempt to evict German forces from Tsingato will be viewed as an act of aggression. Also, I ask that you review your current position. I wish to know if you are sufficiently enforced to protect our position in Tsingato, or if you require further reinforcements.

- Kaiser Wilhelm II

by **Waztaskio** » Tue Mar 04, 2014 12:28 pm

USS Tohomas, Port of Manilla, Philippine Islands
Febuary,5th,1900
8:00 AM

The trip to the Philippines was a bit of a problematic scenario for both the ship and crew. The Captain fell ill after passing the bottom of South America, which was probably Scurvy. As they continued a few more days, he grew more and more ill to the point that he would not make it to the Philippines, and had to be assigned a new Captain in Hawaii causing some delay. More provisions and medicines were also loaded, slowing the ship down by three days, but after all logistics were done they were able to continue to the Philippines, but as they approached Hawaii, water had began to flood the boat, and someone had sabotaged it for it to sink, which caused them to have to get to the life boats, and peddle a few hours to the island of Hawaii, which they then ordered a new and better ship. The ship arrived five days later, and loaded the crew to the Philippines finally, with no more problems.

The U.S Delegates were lead by a U.S Congressman by the name of Kangro Shiffleton. Shiffleton was born in Australia, but moved to USA at age eighteen. He was Fourty-Five years old now, and is well equipped to handle this mission. He had been accustomed to Asian Politics as his family were relatives of lower ranked politicians in Australia, and he had originally studied politics closer to the region, so he believes he can speak the language of what needs to be done. The boat pulled into the port at around eight in the morning, and he awaited for the other foreign ships to meet him. Port officials and the Government of the Philippines were already alerted of the ship, and were on guard for the foreigners attending the meeting to direct them to the boat.

by **Sparkcog Cartel** » Tue Mar 04, 2014 3:30 pm

Mud Hut, uluNdi, Zululand, February 7th 1900

Dinuzulu kaCetshwayo sat down upon the masterfully constructed wooden stool, though in truth it was simply a dried wooden stump of a savanna tree. He rest there eating a traditional Zebra Eye stew from an ornate wood-carven bowl, as two thick, dark-skinned, burly guards sat over the entrance to his palace. Their hands bulged with pulsing veins as they tightly gripped their long, slender spears with jagged stone tips. As Dinuzulu finished his stew and placed the bowl onto the dirt floor, a messenger strolled into the hut. The two guards quickly crossed each other's spears and stopped the messenger, but Dinuzulu motioned them to stand down. "Ah, most excelled courier. To my occular speculation, you've arrived in order to transfer a letter to my physical being?" said the great Zulu king. The Zulu messenger nodded, handing the crusty letter Dinuzulu and bowing, before quickly turning away and exiting the palace. Dinuzulu placed on a traditional giraffe mask, customary when viewing propositions of political nature. "Hmmm..." said the great king to himself, deep in contemplation over the contents of these notes. He motioned for one of his guards to approach, who appeared to have a round protruding stiffness. "Bungubu, would you please locate my advisor and inform him to aid me in the designation of this political tremor with great circumspect, at once if you will, please." Bungubu nodded and gripped his spear even tighter, quickly exiting the room and almost bolting off as fast as a cheetah.

Ten minutes or so passed by until the guard returned with the great Zulu adviser. Dinuzulu and his adviser began to avidly discuss the consequences of such an alliance with the Ottoman. Dinuzulu, however, was not convinced in pledging himself to any industrial powers. That was, until, the adviser issued a powerful statement. "My great king, with all due respect, we need these weapons to take our land back from the white man. And you see, these Ottomans are not white, they are almost as black as us. Is that not good enough?" Dinuzulu looked in shock at what he had just realized. "Hm.. quite the prolific arguement my great adviser... perhaps such a scholarly union would in actuality be quite a boon to equal partitions of our esteemed peoples." And with that, the Zulu King prepared to send his very own letter to the Ottomans, written on an ornate tiger skin parchment

In greatest respects to Abdul Shazar Hamulid Saladim Narid Hamid II

We, the Zulu peoples of Zululand, have agreed to this exchange. All presented terms will be allowed on Zululand. In return, we request you uphold your end of the allegiance, providing us advanced white man weaponry as well as a military alliance.

Zulu Eminence, Dinuzulu kaCetshwayo

by **Senata Populaque Romana** » Tue Mar 04, 2014 4:01 pm

February 10th, 1900

Abdul Hamid receives the letter from his new ally in the South, keeping a straight face until he finalizes his reading of the letter. He soon laughs and looks around at his security detail, standing in full silence, donned with serious faces that look prepared for anything. A well-dressed ambassador paces into the room and bows to his Sultan.
"My lord, I am prepared for the trip to China as you've requested."
Abdul Hamid looks over his delegate and shifts the stogie in his mouth to the other side, then laughs quietly, "Excellent, Hamaldin. The men of the West have been circling around China for years now. And I want a piece of it. It's been too long since 'The Sick Man of Europe' has had his day. And I want us to have our day again!"
Hamaldin Khelamid nods to Abdul before heading out of the room and off to his sea transportation to China, along with several other ambassadors and a few armed personnel.

by **Zachatopia** » Tue Mar 04, 2014 4:32 pm

As the battleship HMS Lord Nelson docked at the German deep sea port, Prime Minister Robert Gascoyne-Cecil could see in the distance his greeting party, he assumed at least. He was amazed at the sights of the finely dressed German infantry and posture of the 2 German Battleships to either side of his- quite a military he thought to himself. He stepped off the ship and began down the long wooden dock where he was greeted by a German Colonel, "Good day, Sir" as the Prime Minister shook the colonels hand.

Back in England

The necessary 1250 infantry began loading onto the transport ships as the 5 Battleships in the distance were undergoing final checks to ensure they were ready to head off the China. Many of the infantry were helping load the extremely heavy 17 pound guns which there were 50 of- they knew that although it was a pain in their ass to load these guns onto the ships, they would make their jobs a thousand times easier in the case of some sort of conflict. After days of preparation, the fleet finally set off for their destination in China- the trip was expected to take 3 weeks.

by **Waztaskio** » Tue Mar 04, 2014 8:15 pm

The Ottoman Empire:

Due to rising tensions between the Arabs and Isrealities, riots have broken out across the present day Syrian, as many arabs have resorted to burning many Isreal made structures and businesses, causing the conflict to get bloody. The local ottoman lords of the Palestinians said "Our local forces are trying to maintain order, but with our limited number of troops we are not all that effective. I have sent word to Constantinople, to reinforce our positions, as the conflict looks to be escalating".

Effects: 40 Ottoman soldiers are murdered in the conflicts, along with many Israelite and Palestinians and other Arabs fighting it out, over their territorial grounds. The situation is causing streets to be blocked, preventing commerce in the Area and causing the Ottoman government in Constantinople to lose 200 dollars(U.S.D Currency) due to this.

OOC: Remember, 200$ back then is like $600, and if this continues you will be losing more and more money.

The Austrian Hungarian Empire

Local Serbian nationalist are causing small disputes in the Balkan areas, protesting Austrian rule over them and treating them as "Second Class Citizens". Although none of these clashes have turned violent, the local garrison leader still request for these to be broken up by force, but this is waiting approval from Vienna.

Effects: The Austrian Empires Balkan areas trades are diminished to 30% their original exports, due to protest and people refusing to go to work. Garrison leaders asking for authorization to end this with force.

The Empire of Japan

Local police garrisons in Keelung, Taiwan, have been investigating a explosion that occurred at a weapons storehouse as 4:00 A.M. this morning, the explosion has been contained, but as of yet the Police are suspecting local Taiwanese resistance groups are the cause. Further investigations are underway.

Effects: 0.5% more of the Taiwanese population becomes more in favor of ending Japanese Rule in Taiwan.

by **Rhinocera** » Tue Mar 04, 2014 8:52 pm

En Route to the Hotel Brandenburg

Colonel Ludenorf had greeted the British Prime Minister, who was eager to reach his quarters. In response, Ludenof immediately escorted the great man to hotel Brandenburg. Hotel Brandenburg was the premier hotel in Berlin, the finest in all of the nation. The Kaiser himself had stayed their on multiple occasions, and the prime minister would be in the same suite that the Kaiser himself had stayed in before.

Meanwhile, Alfred von Shlieffen, the Chief of General Staff, had spoke with the Kaiser on what he wanted to be readied. He set the following orders into play.

Operation Watchful Eagle

I, Alfred von Shlieffen, Chief of General Staff, on behalf of the great Kaiser, order the preparation of the following expeditionary forces for deployment on 48 hours notice.

3rd Army Corps:
5th Imperial German Division (10,000 Soldiers)
6th Imperial German Division (10,000 Soldiers)
3rd Jager Battalion (1,000 Soldiers)
3rd Heavy Artillery Battalion (1,000 Soldiers)
3rd Telegraph Battalion (1,000 Soldiers)
3rd Trains Battalion (1,000 Soldiers)

4th Army Corps:
7th Imperial German Division (10,000 Soldiers)
8th Imperial German Division (10,000 Soldiers)
4th Jager Battalion (1,000 Soldiers)
4th Heavy Artillery Battalion (1,000 Soldiers)
4th Telegraph Battalion (1,000 Soldiers)
4th Trains Battalion (1,000 Soldiers)

Also, a naval squadron is to be kept prepared to be dispatched within 48 hours notice of a deployment order.

- Alfred von Shlieffen

by **Helsary** » Wed Mar 05, 2014 3:18 am

February 14th 1900;Argentina:

The industrialization process has begun in all cities of Argentina,and altough met with resistance from the rural population at first,this process is now advancing the industry of the whole country so fast that some estimate it will become an advanced industrial nation by 1903.

The army has been split in 2 groups,one going to guard the Chilean borders and the other group guarding the Brazilian borders.The reason?President Julio A. Roca thinks that Argentina should keep guard on borders at all times,no matter how peaceful the situation seems.

From:President Julio A. Roca
To:President William McKinley

Greetings!We are still awaiting a response concerning our previous telegram sent to you.We are looking forward for the deal if you are doing so too!

Signed,
Julio A. Roca

by **Zachatopia** » Wed Mar 05, 2014 4:10 pm

Hotel Bradenburg, Berlin, Germany

As the Prime Minister Robert Gascoyne-Cecil walked into his luxury penthouse in the Bradenburg hotel in Berlin, he was amazed at the luxuries he was being given. Such a suite should have been reserved for a king. Looking over the balcony he could see the many many highly trained German soldiers that were standing outside guarding the hotel. Although he was taken in by the sights he knew he must get some rest because he was exhausted from his long travels on the ship and was due to meet with the Kaiser in a few days.

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