Alternate WW2 [IC]

[The Northern Chinese Provinces]

President Sun read the note from the Soviets with a look of sheer disgust on his face. He couldn't believe that Stalin could possibly be this arrogant and this untrusting at the same time. He furiously wrote a telegram to them.

To Joseph Stalin
Encryption: None

Are you under the impression that we have any want of Soviet land? When our sole purpose is to stop this war with Japan, you send us a warning note? What are we going to do, blow you up? Of all the outrages I have received in office, this is one of the worst! I demand that you stall your machinations at the border at once, in the name of friendship and of simple courtesy!

President Sun Yatsen

His secretary came in abruptly, and said, "Sir, there's a telegram for you." Sun snatched the piece of paper out of the secretary's hand, and scrutinized it.

To President Sun Yatsen

There is a growing Communist movement in the north, and it seems we cannot ignore these people any longer. Last week they attempted to set up a Chinese Soviet in Xinjiang. I'm rather stumped as to what I should do about these rebels of ours, and await your orders.

General Chiang Kaishek

An idea had just struck him, one that completely alleviated his foul mood. Sun drafted another letter on the spot in response.

To General Chiang Kaishek

Send a message to the leader of the Communists--tell them I would like to meet with their leader sometime very soon, preferably in the Capital. Don't let them be harmed in any way.

President Sun Yatsen

[Baelish Fingers]

The war in China was over and Japan had won, with the terms much in Japans favor.
Treaty of Xi'an

1. The war between Japan and China shall end.

2. China will apologize for its attacks against Manchuria.

3. China shall recognize Manchuria as an independent state rule by Kangde Emperor Puyi.

4. China and Japan will have a mutual nonaggression pact for the next five years.

5. The nation of Japan shall make no embargo or any other hostile action against China.

6. If China breaks any Article of said treaty they give up the right to rule themselves and benefits of treaty. Article 4 and 5 shall be repealed.

7. If the current government of Japan that being the Greater Empire of Japan breaks any Article the give up all rights to Manchuria.

8. China may not support the Philippines in any shape or form.

9. The Empire of Japan must apologize publicly for its war crimes under the Geneva Convention

10. The Government of the Republic of China shall be referred to as 'Nationalist'

Manchuria
There was much celebration across Manchuria with the defeat of the Chinese, Manchuria is finally considered a sovereign nation. The Emperor has come to celebrate the start of a new era of peace in Manchuria. The Emperor has awarded the Order of the Rising Sun to the country for its stout defense against the Chinese. The flag has been changed to a yellow flag with a red sun in the middle to honor this award. The Emperor has also bestowed highest honors on all civilians and military that died during the war. Following this their was a parade with the Emperor, top military brass, and the delegates that negotiated the Treaty. The parade ended with a solemn Emperor publicly apologizing for the breaking of the League of Nations international law. "Me, The Emperor of the Greater Japanese Empire apologize for the gas attacks against the Chinese in Peking and Chinese soldiers stationed in the Northern parts of Manchuria. 虎穴に入らずんば虎子を得ず。May we now have a moment of silence for the dead that made this peace possible." The crowd went silent.

Taiwan
In Taiwan there was no time for parades no time for speeches for there was still a war to be fought. The soldiers from Fujian and Taiwan are currently boarding their ships to attack the Philippines directly. The Air Force is currently taking off to destroy the Philippine fleet in dock. Operation Tiger (タイガー)

Fujian
The now titular Emperor Takahito was the last to leave Fujian. He entered the plane solemnly. He was not as saddened as many would believed he should be for he knew that his enthronement was only a bargaining chip for Japan and only was meant to be temporary. Fourth sons never become Emperors that is the way of the world.

[The Grand Duchy Of Nova Capile]

Rome, Italy
War was coming any day now, Mussolini thought. The Pact of Iron had been strengthened by China and the Philippines, but he feared that it would not be enough to stop the Soviet bear from mauling anyone in its path. In addition, Benito was alarmed by the Polish invasion of Czechoslovakia and the Russians increasing their troop numbers in Romania. Now was the last time to gather allies before the powder keg of Europe exploded.
Mussolini sighed and got out his pen, addressing several telegrams:

To: The United Kingdom
From: The Italian Empire
Greetings, friends. We would be happy to accept your unarmed peace workers into Greece. We truly want to help the Greek people rebuild, and so we must unite to do so. But, on an entirely different matter, we must decide who you will side with in the case of world war. Neutrality cannot be maintained, or else after the conflict you will find yourself politically isolated. Siding with the Communists will bring you nothing but loss, as they will not tolerate your wonderful democracy for long. But look at the Pact: we are strong, united, and tolerant of all governments, as evidenced by the membership in the Pact of China and the Philippines. United, we can stand against the violent Communists who wish to dash our way of life against the rocks. Choose now, my friends, and chose wisely. What world do you want your next generation to grow up in? An era of fear, and desperation? Or an era of peace, harmony, and goodwill among nations?
I trust you will make the right decision.
-Sincerely, Benito Mussolini, Il Duce of Italy

To: The United Kingdom of Sweden and Norway
From: The Italian Empire
Greetings, friends. Your country is rich in supplies, but is lacking in modern technology. Therefor, I would like to begin a trade agreement with your great nation. In exchange for any modern military equipment which the empire produces, we would like a little of your abundant supplies of ore and oil. You will of course be able to test any equipment you want beforehand. I hope we can come to an agreement, to strengthen both of our nations.
Sincerely,
-Benito Mussolini, Il Duce of Italy

To: Theodore Klinger
From: Benito Mussolini
I am glad you agree with me, friend. These are trying times, and I understand that you will need the full support of those that have pledged it to you. Therefor, I am sending Heeresgruppe Nord Italia to your aid in defending the border with Poland. In addition to these 96,000 troops, 34,000 more fresh recruits will be sent as soon as their training is complete. I am placing them under command of Rodolfo Graziani, to be subordinate to your commanding officer on the Eastern Front. I hope this will suffice for the time being.
Sincerely,
-Benito Mussolini, Il Duce of Italy

OOC: See my factbook(in my sig) for more details on the Italian Army.

After he had finished the telegrams, he sent them off and commissioned a few orders. The third phase of mobilization was to be implemented ahead of schedule. The construction of 300 more factories in Northern Italy, the commissioning of two battleships and three heavy cruisers, and the drafting of 560,000 men was ordered. Italy was going to war.

[The Dutch-Prussian Empire]

The Air force is testing a new design, the Ca-11 Dive Bomber/Ground Attack Aircraft. 50 ''prototypes'' have been produced. It could surely change the tide of a possible war with Japan.
It was sort of a copycat of the Ju-87 or the Stuka of the Germans.


Crew: 2
Length: 14.00 m
Wingspan: 15.9 m
Height: 6.23 m
Wing area: 31.90 m²
Empty weight: 2,500 kg
Loaded weight: 4,320 kg
Max. takeoff weight: 5,000 kg
Powerplant: 1 × Sx. MAnp. R22 liquid-cooled inverted V2 engine, 1200 PS (1,184 hp (883 kW))
Propellers: Three-blade MAnp. B1-5 propeller, 1 per engine
Propeller diameter: 3.4 m
Guns: 2× 7.92 mm Type 10 machine gun forward, 1× 7.92 mm Type 10 machine gun to rear
Bombs: Normal load = 1× 250 kg (550 lb) bomb beneath the fuselage and 4× 50 kg (110 lb), two bombs underneath each wing.

Because of the threat of a war against Japan, drastic shortages of Oil and Raw Materials have been put into effect. The public has remained silent. Nationalist movement have been recently drawing attention, most of them have been kept at bay. General Luna has changed the title of President as Generalissimo. He has absolute power over the Military and the Nation itself, yet only has a term of 5 years.

Five Japanese perpetrators have been arrested. Two of them have been executed for killing two Government Officials. All people of Japanese decency were rounded up and sent to secluded communities in small islands. Others were executed for being spies and nationalists. The Military drafting has greatly increased its number to 800,000 in the span of 4 months. More and more propaganda posters are being distributed in major cities. The Peoples Home Front or Home Guard has been assembled, with 50,000 volunteers in Manila alone. They are being trained for Urban Warfare. They have been taught not to succumb whatever the cost may be. Fanatical souls ready to die for the Motherland.

People stood up, They began singing the glorious anthem of the Republic.
"Land of the morning, Child of the sun returning
Fervor is burning, all of our souls adore.."
The song joyously went on, the crowd experienced a very pleasant feeling. it was harmonious. It felt like the wind softly caressing the grass while it passed by.

When the anthem was finished, Generalissimo Luna stood up and began to address the people
"Look my children! Cant you see? The oppression that our brothers in China are experiencing? The People of Indonesia, under the boot of these Dutch Pigs! Exploiting there land for their own interest! Taking away the Liberty of their so called lesser people! Look at the north, the Japanese.
Ruthlessly bombing the Chinese with inhumane and barbarous weapons. They are petty liars! They are backstabbers! Murderous beasts of Asia. I am sickened with the current situation of the world. The Japanese and the Dutch have one thing in common. They are a Plague. A disease that destroys the god given freedom of people. But do not let fear devour your heart! Let courage shine through, Let us show them the Might of the Pact of Iron!"

The crowd's uproar could be heard dozens of miles away. It was the final phase of awakening the morale of the people. We were finally prepared for war.

Generalissimo Luna began writing this telegram to Germany.

Germany

To Theodor Klinger
I have been wondering, when shall you claim your land in Sulawesi? the Italians are here, however i have not received a reply from Spain. I am waiting. So take your time.

I am also sending a 40,000 man expeditionary force there in Europe. expect them to arrive soon. I am giving you total control over them. Keep them as your own men.

Regards,
Generalissimo Antonio Luna

[The Northern Chinese Provinces]

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[The Grand Duchy Of Nova Capile]

To: The Government of Hispaniola
From: The Vatican
We have evaluated your request for sainthood to be bestowed on John Barrista. Unfortunately, the Church cannot turn a blind eye to genocide. Until you end your reign of terror, and stop the mindless execution of thousands because of their faith, Mr. Barrista will not even be considered for sainthood. We urge you to think of the Bible's teachings, and to not misinterpret them into a creed of violence. Until this has been fulfilled, we must sadly deny your request.
With prayer,
-Pope Pius XI

To: Generalissimo Luna of the Philippines
From: General Salvatore Circelli, Military Governor of Italian Sulawesi
Thank you for the warning; we shall prepare our airfields and mobilize anti-aircraft units. I would also like to offer the use of 86 of the new Breda Ba.88 fighter-bombers, particularly 33rd Air Wing. They are the finest pilots and aircraft I have to offer, and I would be pleased if they could service you in your campaign.
Sincerely,
-Salvatore Circelli

[The Federation of Democratic Regions]

Chancellery House, Stockholm

Prime Minister Hansson was positive his hand would fall off, considering how the army and air force were running him around to sign this form and that message, order that piece of equipment and being construction on that. After a month of tests, it had been determined that the Supermarine Spitfire was superior in design and performance to the Messerschmitt Bf 109, and subsequently the Kingdom of Sweden-Norway had ordered 72 aircraft to fit out three squadrons with the aircraft. This would give the Kingdom a significant edge in control over the northern skies compared to other Baltic powers along with the minor northern European powers such as Denmark.

Progress was going smoothly on the Narviks, five of the hulls having been launched and one nearing trials. A single hull for one of the Oslos had been launched, and he had been in attendance when A Turret had received the first pair of 9.2 inch guns. A testbed for the prototype medium tanks had been completed, the turret design performing admirably on a firing range against both stationary and moving targets, the gun proving capable of defeating the armor of most modern designs, while the speed had been judged as up to par for northern conditions. The standard Bofors 37mm AT gun had proved incapable of defeating the armor on the tank, and a request had been sent to Bofors for a 57mm AT gun design by spring of 1939.

Interest in British aircraft had peaked with the spitfire, and a request had been sent for a single squadron Mk. 1 Hurricanes, 24 aircraft. Their armament would prove ideal against both infantry and armored vehicles in any coming war. The Italian offer to exchange military equipment had been met derisively, several generals claiming they could take a brigade with bolt action rifles and defeat a modern Italian division. In the end, the consensus had been a solid no.

To: The office of Benito Mussolini, Il Duce
From: The Office of the Prime Minister, Per Albin Hansson

Unfortunately we will have to deny your request for a mutual exchange of resources, as a panel of military experts has deemed your equipment below the standards expected in equipment utilized by the Kingdom of Sweden-Norway.

-Prime Minister Per Albin Hansson

[Arvenia]

San Domingo, Hispaniola
Hispaniola noticed the denial of Juan Barrista's sainthood, but they accepted Saint Domingo as their patron saint, much to Juan's pleasure. The Hispaniolan government reinstates burning as an execution method to execute witches and communists.

Beata Island, Hispaniola
Hispaniolan soldiers were sent to Beata Island to take down a supposed Haitian Voodoo sect who were supplied with firearms, explosives, swords and drugs. Drugs are very forbidden in Hispaniola and can result in execution by hanging or burning, according to the laws by the ruling National Catholic Party.

[The Grand Duchy Of Nova Capile]

OOC: Are you aware that as Alternate Italy I've revamped my military equipment and industrialized my nation? Or are you going off of IRL WW2 Italy.
IC:
Rome, Italy
Mussolini was furious that the idiotic Swedes had refused his offer. Antiquated equipment? The Italian military was the finest in the Mediterranean, and, for that matter, Southern Europe. Had the Swedish leader not taken into account the numerous modernizations of the armed forces? It did not matter, for the foolish northerners would no doubt no their mistake when Soviet forces rolled over them and they had no allies or modern equipment to save them. It did not matter; what difference did they make?

He calmed himself with a bowl of spaghetti and a goblet of red wine in his study. Things were going terrific for the military. The final phase of the threefold modernization plan was well underway, and numerous inventors were bringing their brainchildren to the Italian High Command in the hopes it would be bought by the military. Already prototype flamethrowers, anti tank weapons, and even an armor piercing sniper rifle had been brought before the Generals of the High Command. Some of the more ambitious masterminds had even presented trucks and armor for consideration, most of which had been gobbled up by the eager evaluators.

More in the present, some 60,000 elite Alpini troops specializing in mountain warfare had finished training in Northern Italy and were ready to be deployed. These troops had the best training that could be given, and used the most modern equipment the High Command had at their disposal. Effectively shock troops. Their first mission would be in the Balkans, were a massive troop buildup was beginning, since the Turks had not responded to the proposal for a conference. The Italian Army was to be supplemented with 300,000 volunteers(not all had volunteered recently; many had awaited months to begin their training) which would finish their training in three months. Finally, a draft of 1,000,000 men was to be ordered if war was to brake out; Benito had authorized a further 2,000,000 to be called up for the Armed Forces if the war lasted until 1939. In between the drafts volunteers were to supplement casualties, and parts of the 2,000,000 draft could be called up early. Further, an arsenal of almost 3,000 armored vehicles and 1,800 aircraft had been built up, ready for war. Mussolini smiled as he pushed his empty dinner plate aside; Italia was ready.

[The Dutch-Prussian Empire]

Generalissimo Luna was not happy. The news had angered him. Two Dutch spies have been found in Sulawesi, distributing false propaganda. Luna was intolerant of pesky spies. His hands were shaking in anger. He lost his appetite to eat and began to write this telegram to the Dutch

To President Hendrikus Van Lortzen
How dare you! Sending your pesky little pigs in Sulawesi? Spreading your propaganda so that they will revolt? This is enough! You shall pay for your actions!"

Generalissimo Luna began to write a few telegrams.

Para kay Lt. General Victor Franko B. Dimalanta
Lahat ng tao na may lahing Olandes ay dapat hulihin at ipadala sa mga kampo upang pilitang magtrabaho doon. Dapat ay patayin harapharapan ang mga matatagpuan ninyong espiya ng walang paglilitis. Ipatikim natin sa kanila ang parusa ng pagiging hangal ng kanilang gobyerno!

To Italy
To Benito Mussolini
We would like your shipyards in Sulawesi to produce two aircraft carriers, 1 battleship, and 7 destroyers for Php 500,000,000. Blueprints will follow.
The Army would also like to purchase 50 Fiat Mk. II's for Php. 500,000 each.

Regards,
Generalissimo Luna

The Urbanization program of the previous regime is almost complete, it is expected that in early 1940, the Visayan provinces could see some more modernization. Factories have been sprawling everywhere, so is pollution. The Factories have been switched into wartime production, giving more people jobs.

OOC: Removed last part. Stop being such a rivet counter man. Your being too annoying for my standards

[The Grand Duchy Of Nova Capile]

To: Generalissimo Luna
From: Benito Mussolini
Greetings, friend. We are happy to accept your order, and we will begin construction of the requested ships in our Sulawesi shipyards immediately. We expect all the ships to be completed within 7 months. Also, the Fiat tanks you have ordered will be delivered to Manila within the month. I look forward to talking with you again soon;
Sincerely,
-Benito Mussolini, Il Duce of Italy

[Baelish Fingers]

Operation Tiger

Operation Tigers First Phase was a success with the destruction of one third of the fleet. There would have been more damage if not for the anti aircraft fire. Quite a few airplanes were lost wit a majority making it back. Currently the invasion fleet is only a few hours from landing and tension is high as they are about to arrive in Aparri. Military aircraft have reported a steady build up of troops and defenses in the area but this has not deterred Masaharu Homma. Instead he has ordered bombing against these defenses which have gone on with only one loss.

Manchurian Border
A week ago Chinese National left the area without taking all their weaponry. The Japanese brass did not destroy or take said weaponry for they believed that the Chinese would come back for it, this never happened. Recently the weaponry has disappeared without a trace their are many theories for this including some Japanese division taking it, the Chinese actually taking, a greedy general taking it and selling it, and the most racial of all that the Chinese peasants took them and are planning in oppressing the only question about this potential oppressing is who will it be against China or Japan.

Japan
Recently Japan has started on the development and manufacturing of the Mitsubishi G4M https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitsubishi_G4M. This is planned to be finished by the next year.


Message to Philipppines

Thank you for correcting your post please tell me in the future if I need to change mine so they are accurate.

France

I would like to purchase your islands in the Pacific if at all possible.

USSR

Please edit viewtopic.php?f=31&t=365957. Also I would like the Nation of Japan to at least become a partial member of the Warsaw Pact we will talk about this in the discussions.

Yugoslavia

I know I stormed out on your ARMOUR discussion but I would like to ask you a few questions. One is ARMOUR actually have members? If so who? If one is Italy would you be willing to kick them out? For further discussion telegraph.

UK

Awaiting your visit. viewtopic.php?f=31&t=367177

US

The nation of Japan would like to open a dialogue between are to great nations. viewtopic.php?f=31&t=367581.

China

(OUT OF CHARACTER POST) The loophole you talk of does not exist to my reading of the treaty. There is a loop hole is Mao overthrows and installs a new government. You signed as China not as a 'Nationalist' China. After the treaty you were considered the Nationalist government not during or before. Sorry about inconvenience. PS You can still break the treaty when Mao/ someone else becomes in charge I kinda expect this to happen.

Netherlands

We have in are custody Sergio Osmeña the former vice president of the Philippines. If you so wish we will give him to you.

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[Rannoria]

Jean Boudreaux stands in the parliament, after decreeing there shall be peace again.
The nation of France applauds and people rejoice.
This is the day a new France is born! A day where the entire nation will celebrate!
Lyon, Cours Tolstoi
Jean stood in his presidential house, sitting down, doing nothing.
This place is where Jean-Pascal made his last stand, and died.
He relaxed on his chair, with nothing to do.
Reforms already made, problems dealt with, the economy is stabilizing again. What else was there to do?
Suddenly, he had an idea.

To: All nations of the world
Hello leaders, it is I, Jean Boudreaux, the new leader of France.
Right now, we have no idea what is going on, and we hope to hear on what is happening.
If you would like to suggest government ideas, I would oblige, due to the people being a tad bit unhappy because I'm a dictator... a benevolent one at least.
So, anything happening, requests, just... ANYTHING, would be grateful.
Sincerely, Jean Boudreaux

[The Dutch-Prussian Empire]

The news of the Japanese raid angered Generalissimo Luna even more. 1000 sailors are dead. 4 ships sunk including the new Battleship Tik Balang. He wanted immediate action. So he sent these messages to his Generals and Admiral(s).

To General Gregorio Del Pilar
Mobilize 1/2 of the forces in Luzon including the Home Guard. Fall back to the Sierra Madre mountains if the defense fails. The batteries of the Babuyan islands must be prepared. Defend the shores at all costs. Give the Japanese hell. Not Paradise.

To Vice Admiral Reynaldo Pablo
Deploy 1 Manuel (Schuka Class) Class submarine to the Luzon Straight. Deploy BRP Sorsogon along with BRP Jose Rizal and BRP Diego Silang. Do not directly engage Japanese ships if encountered. Let them go near the coast and encircle them.

To Lt. General Karlo Pascual
Mobilize your forces. I am expecting your men to fully fulfill their duties as the defenders of the motherland. Station your men in Cagayan and Abra. Report Immediately if Japanese Assault occurs.

To Minister Marshall Jovito Alcatraz
Japanese/Dutch Offensive Imminent. Mobilize forces. Death to the Invaders.

Despite his best efforts to calm himself, every angle he looked at it seemed that the Philippines steady growth was actually being put to an end because of the foolish actions of President Quezon.
Then, he had the most reasonable idea he could think of.
He began to search for the Telegram that France sent to every nation in the word. After a few minutes, he finally found it. He was more than delighted that France was rebuilding itself again. He later wrote this telegram to france

To France

To President Jean Boudreaux
I am pleased at the current progress of your great nation. Socialism won't do any good for your nation. I suggest that you bring back the righteous Liberty that the people of France had beforehand. Do not join the Warsaw Pact. They are evil, rotten creatures that terrorize Eastern Europe. Only our Alliance prevents these monstrous beasts from swarming into the West and Asia. I formally invite you to our alliance. For a better future. For our people.
Vive Le France

He later announced the attack to the public. Many were shocked. the people were took by surprise. many wanted to avenge the men that died.

(OOC: will make this longer tommorrow)

[Baelish Fingers]

Philippines
The Philippines defenses were destroyed in Aparri and the Babuyan islands thanks to Air raids. The Japanese invasion force landed in Aparri without much trouble. There was a submarine battle between Japanese and Filipino subs. The Japanese won routing the Filipino's. The Japanese lost one sub with the Filipinos losing two. Currently the Japanese are advancing towards the Filipino line. Air raids are now being done against the waiting Filipino force.

Manchuria
Attacks by supposed communist bandits continue on the border. They are rumored to be lead by a Chinese man named Mao. It is now known it was them that took the arms left behind. The Japanese forces have responded to these raids by starting to mine the border this has had much success in deterring potential attacks. On the interior of Manchuria things are starting to return to normal.

Japan
Much progress has been made on the development of the Mitsubishi G4M. Top scientists are starting to work on a new type of bomb one that unlike conventional bomb explode but one that would release the Japanese Gas across a whole city. This of course is secret and only the top military brass, scientists, and the Emperor himself know about the project.

Hispaniola
Japan is starting to arm and fund rebels in the country in the hope of overthrowing the regime. Japan has announced that they will except any and all refugees from Hispaniola.

Message to France

Do not join the Pacts they will only lead to war. Instead try while you can to play the to sides off each other to get what you want. If you have to join a Pact join Warsaw they may be cut off from you but they have Russia, the US, potentially the UK and Japan

(OCC: Added Hispaniola parts Please read)

[Arvenia]

San Domingo, Hispaniola
Secretly, the Archbishop of San Domingo had sainted Juan Barrista as the second patron saint of Hispaniola since the first one, Saint Domingo, due to pressure from the NBI. The people of Hispaniola cheered and prayed. Many people were forced to do so, or else they would be executed as heretics. The new Compulsory Military Act of 1939 forced people to serve in the military and the Hispaniolan government would spend 20% of their GDP on the military, just to show the world that Hispaniola is a Carribean great power, both financial and militarily. The Heresy Act of 1935 had many people executed for heresy and other crimes against the Hispaniolan government.

Beata Island, Hispaniola
The Hispaniolan troops in Beata Island were under attack by a communist guerilla group with ties to the Communist Party of Dominican Republic (Rojos). The attack led to 20 deaths and 40 injuries. The communist threat enlarges in Hispaniola after the attack and many communists were executed by the NBI.

[Chkalovsk]

Soviet Union "Invades" Turkey

With the sudden collapse the Turkish government, many Soviet officials were concerned about the possible deployment of Italian Forces into Turkey. An emergency meeting was called in which Comrade Joseph Stalin decided to take action. Since there was no government ruling Turkey at all now, this meant there was no government to revoke Turkey's membership in the Warsaw Pact, which meant Turkey was still listed under Warsaw Pact collaborative defence. Comrade Joseph Stalin quickly declared that all opposing the former Turkish governments are regarded as anti-state forces and a threat to the territorial sovereignty of the Warsaw Pact and its members, thus, he ordered the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Caucasian Front's to cross into Turkey from the South Caucasus, primarily from its border with Georgia. Meanwhile the 3rd and 5th Ukrainian Front were moved through Romania and poured over the border with thousands of infantry and a strong force of heavy armour and transport and the 4th Ukrainian Front was moved down to take the position of the 3rd. Comrade Joseph Stalin ordered all fronts to sweep across Turkey with speed.

However, the Turkish Armed Forces were non existent with the collapse of the central government and still technically listed as a Warsaw Pact army, had no resistance to the Soviet Armed Forces sweeping across Turkey. Soviet Air Force bombers operating out of the South Caucasus and Romania began flying sorties over area with a significant populations and instead of bombing, they dropped propaganda leaflets ensuring that the Soviets were coming to restore order, which technically they were. On top of this, supplies were dropped.

Both Fronts are advancing towards Ankara and Istanbul and 12 Destroyers of the Soviet Black Sea Fleet have been deployed to meet them in Istanbul.

Soviet Union Joins the Four Powers Alliance

Comrade Joseph Stalin was as shocked as he was pleased about the invitation of the Soviet Union to the Four Powers Alliance, the United States of America was increasing in military capability and manpower significantly faster, maybe even faster in some aspects such as in the Navy and the Air Force than the Soviet Union. Having an alliance with the United States of America would help the Soviet Union's global power influence as well as increase its wartime capability. Without a moment to waste, Comrade Joseph Stalin addressed the Supreme Soviet and announced that the Soviet Union would be joining the Four Powers Alliance along side the Dutch Empire, the United States of America and hopefully the Second Polish Republic.

With this now in place, Comrade Joseph Stalin signed a document allowing American forces to be stationed in Romania and Turkey.

Soviet Mobilization Continues

All across the German-Polish more men of the Soviet Armed Forces are taking up offensive positions against the German's. With the fear of possible re-enforcements from Pact of Iron member countries, Comrade Joseph Stalin declared even more mobilization of reserves. The balance between frontline personnel and reserve personnel was beginning to shift as Comrade Joseph Stalin realised that war was not going to be avoided. More research and development into T-34 tank and a possible variant the T-34-85 as well as the new IS-2 were being boosted with speed as Comrade Joseph Stalin demanded the completion of these machines were not up to standard, and whilst having a decent, almost overly huge amount, needed more. New BT-7M vehicles were being produced and more research into the completion and possible deployment of ISU-122, SU-85 and SU-100Y guns/tank destroyers were being boosted.

The Soviet Union also began mobilizing its Pacific Fleet for a possible strike against the Philippines, as well as its airfields in the Siberian region.

[The Dutch-Prussian Empire]

Philippines
The Philippines defenses were destroyed in Aparri and the Babuyan islands thanks to Air raids. The Japanese invasion force landed in Aparri without much trouble. There was a submarine battle between Japanese and Filipino subs. The Japanese won routing the Filipino's. The Japanese lost one sub with the Filipinos losing two. Currently the Japanese are advancing towards the Filipino line. Air raids are now being done against the waiting Filipino force.

Staggering losses at the first day. 900 men dead. 1,450 confirmed enemy kills. the 2nd day saw more than 1,010 dead with the enemy at 1,330. The Heavy Artillery at the Babuyan Islands did its part. Sinking few enemy ships, but were overrun. The men in the northern provinces were ordered to fall back deeper into the mountainous regions of the Sierra Madre. 260,000 men are defending these regions. Ca-11 Dive Bombers/Ground Attack Aircraft along with the Ca-40 Bombers have been constantly bombarding enemy supply lines in Appari. The elite marines and soldiers have been resisting for more than 2 days. Most of them have been ordered to fall back. But others have been left to buy them some time to retreat and set up some defenses. The Home Guard also did its part in the defense of Apparri. 250 brave men defended the town to the last inch of ground, which resulted in their deaths. The government has recognized their heroic actions and they have been declared national heroes. It inspired thousands of men to fight back.

A small Japanese skirmish proved that weapons of the armed forces, such as the TA-38 Medium Tanks and PT-40b SPG's were indeed superior compared to the Japanese Tanks such as the Ha-Go and Chi-Ro. Since the Philippines was a nation filled with jungles and rainforests, tank warfare was not ideal. The terrain favored the defenders of the region, which they knew very well. The troops and guns were well hidden. Complex underground caves were created to completely hide the troops and their weaponry. Each of them were somehow connected to another Battalion's cave so that they can communicate and distribute supplies easily. Small bunkers armed with Machine guns and concealed with foliage were created along with fox holes, artillery positions, and AA guns that cannot be easily spotted. Many AT guns and defenses were positioned along vital roads and passes which can be used by the enemy. Anyone foolish enough to choose these routes were good as dead.

The cities were relatively safe. AA guns were deployed almost everywhere. 1 AA gun for each barrangay or suburban community. Curfews were enforced and lighting was strictly limited. The food rations hasn't begun yet, many wish it wouldn't. Many propaganda posters were being stapled to walls around cities. Many wanted to encourage people to stand up and fight, while others wanted the people to hate the Japanese, describing them as a Barbaric race that worships pagan gods . more men swarmed the army than ever. A draft of 560,000 men was ordered. The Air was kept safe by Ar-68's that were becoming old and inferior. The High Command has ordered the development of new multi purpose fighters. As for now, the Air force has used Ca-11's for air combat, which was not suited for dogfights but were quite effective as a stopgap.

Propaganda Poster

Soldiers inspecting a house in Apayao
Unknown to Japanese, troops and heavy weaponry are being amassed near the front lines. Radio silence has been enforced. A counter offensive of a 50,000 strong force with 170 TA-38's, 200 UTP-30s and 85 PT-40b SPG's and more than 700 guns will take place after a Japanese attempt to break through. The morale and spirits of men were high. Many kept in touch with their families through letters.

Generalissimo Luna has requested Military and financial aid from Germany and Italy. Many people wanted to throw out the Japanese out of Philippine soil. Many wanted to return to their normal lives. But this seemingly disastrous event has awoken the nation even more.

[The Grand Duchy Of Nova Capile]

Italy
Italy was going to war. With the Soviets rampaging across Turkey and lining up on the German border, it was only a matter of time before the entire continent was engulfed in war. And Mussolini was not going to have his country embarrassed. The mighty New Roman Empire would stand against the tide of Slavic barbarians united. He ordered a general draft of 1,000,000 men between the ages of 18 and 40. The army, navy, and air force was fully mobilized. And the economy and industry was set into full gear, told that it was wartime and that every single factory which had the means to do so was to produce for the war effort.

These factories were now producing new types of small arms, including flamethrowers, anti tank rockets, and armor piercing rifles. New types of mobile vehicles with increased capabilities were being produced, and existing reliable models were rolled out in the hundreds. Thousands of young volunteers flooded recruitment stations as the headlines proudly trumpeted, "ITALY INVADES TURKEY!" For indeed, the Italian Army of the Balkans had invaded and quickly swept across Turkish controlled Thrace and Macedonia, the disorganized and demoralized Turkish troops either surrendering, retreating, or putting up feeble resistance.

The armored forces blitzed across the Balkans, and reached the Turkish Dardanelles within four days of the attack. They rapidly secured the area as reinforcements flowed in from newly secured Turkish Greece. Whilst the nearly 1,500,000 men that had volunteered or been conscripted were being trained, 300,000 had finished their training and were awaiting deployment. Half of the fresh troops were hastily dispatched north via railway through Austria to reinforce the 130,000 Italian troops of Heeresgruppe Nord Italia already on the German-Polish border. The remainder were ferried across the Adriatic to replace the Army of the Balkans in defending Albania and Greece. The new troops were expected to reach their destinations and fully settle in within two weeks. Also, Italian garrisons in Africa were being frantically escorted through the Suez Canal to the Balkans so they could participate in the war.

Meanwhile the Italian troops in Germany had entrenched themselves in the German defenses, choosing the sector of the front bordering the Polish corridor, virtually the Poles' lifeline and their only ports and shipyards. In the event of the war, they would sweep across the narrow strip of land and cut off a vital part of Polish supplies, and also seize any sort of fleet the Poles had, though Graziani doubted they had one anyways. Finally, the Italian fleet had taken harbor in Taranto, mustering the full strength of the fleet to combat any Soviet threat which might leak through the Turkish strait.

[Kazarstan]

Second Polish Republic

Eastern Czechoslovakia had been fully overrun by the Polish Army in 4 days of fast movement under the command of Chief of State Józef Piłsudsk, this gave the Polish Armed Forces a new front closer to Romania to use against the Germans and Italians. Chief of State Józef Piłsudsk declared that the nation was moved into full wartime readiness and all factories that were making non-military items were ordered to stop and covert immediately to producing military items. New rifles, machine guns and anti tank guns were being produced for the army with a new type of armoured fighting vehicle, transports and tanks rolling out for the army. Producing its own, reliable models the Polish Air Force significantly increased its number of Bomber and Fighter and Escort aircraft in order to launch a heavy bombardment offensive against the Italians and the Germans. Chief of State Józef Piłsudsk declared mandatory full-national conscription of all men 16 to 40 and a draft of 2 million women aged 18 - 25 to serve in administration, operational command, medics, snipers and anti aircraft gunners.

Polish defences intensified on all aspects of the German-Polish border and Chief of State Józef Piłsudsk was relieved by new Soviet re-enforcements. Deep trenches re-enforced with concrete and metal were constructed with entrenched and hidden MG nests, artillery positions and pillboxes. Tank ramps and other vehicle stations were built in order to make the deployment of ground vehicles easier. The Polish Air Force and Navy was bolstering in strength, the Polish Navy was now one of the strongest navies in the Baltic region, if you did not include the Soviet Navy. Heavy defences were put up to defend ports from air, amphibious and ground assaults.

Artillery guns were lined in their thousands, hidden, especially against the Northern section of the Polish-German border which gave Germany access to the Baltic Sea, Chief of State Józef Piłsudsk ordered an extra 400,000 army soldiers and 230,000 soldiers of the Home Guard to move up to that position. An extra 1 million men from conscription were being moved to the main border to boost the polish numbers up to roughly 2.9 million in total with a separate contingent in Czechoslovakia receiving 250,000 more Army soldiers and 150,000 more soldiers from the Home Guard, as well as this more Bombers and Fighter aircraft were moved to be station there and conscription was also declared in the region.

Poland Joins the Four Powers Alliance

Chief of State Józef Piłsudsk announced that the Second Polish Republic would join the Dutch Empire, United States of America and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics in its strategic partnership under the Four Powers Alliance. Chief of State Józef Piłsudsk immediately approved for American forces to be stationed anywhere in the Second Polish Republic and Czechoslovakia.

[Laeuwen]

Dutch Empire

President Hendrikus Van Lortzen had made all necessary preparations for war with its Eastern neighbour, Germany. With a significant American force expected to be inbound to the Netherlands and Belgium through the Four Powers Alliance, the Dutch Armed Forces made offensive positions against the German border, however a significant amount of defensive, or "fall-back" positions were created in case the Germans attacked first. President Hendrikus Van Lortzen put orders to the United States of America to receive and factory produce its own M4A2 and M4A3E8 Sherman tanks. Whilst producing its own Soviet made tanks and bombers and naval ships including a vast amount of new destroyers and cruisers and 2 new aircraft carriers, President Hendrikus Van Lortzen put forward another order to the United States of America to receive and factory produce its own B-17 Bombers and P-40 Fighters. President Hendrikus Van Lortzen also wanted to be on the list to receive M26 Pershing and T-29 Heavy Tanks when ever the United States of America had completed them. President Hendrikus Van Lortzen ordered the conscription of of all men 16 to 42 from all parts of the Dutch Empire to be put in effect immediately to counter the German and Italian mobilization. In the Dutch East Indies airfields and naval ports constructed massive defences to defend from any attack and the Dutch Army, Dutch Navy and Air Force began massing its own forces in preparation for the outbreak of another World War and for the arrival of the massive Dutch-Soviet-American-Polish fleet off the coast of the Netherlands.

President Hendrikus Van Lortzen ordered the entire fleet to move, the Dutch contingent of it totalled at 16 Destroyers, 12 Cruisers, 9 Frigates, 6 Submarines and 3 Aircraft Carriers. However not to be dismal, President Hendrikus Van Lortzen was aware that the American, Polish and Soviet contingents in the fleet were much, much larger than his own contingent. And so following their orders, the fleet set sail and began the massive journey to the Dutch East Indies to link up with their fellow forces and await for the war to begin. Meanwhile in the West Indies, the Dutch Armed Forces mobilized on its colonies of the Curaçao and Dependencies, Sint Eustatius and Dependencies and a large Army and Air Force mobilization in Surinam.

Every factory and shipyard was ordered to construct equipment only for a military purpose and railways were used to transport the new items to the frontline with the troops.

[New Normandia]

United States of America

With the Soviet Union, the Second Polish Republic and the Dutch Empire now part of the Four Powers Alliance, the United States of America had significantly increased its capability to wage war in Europe and now the Pacific. Under the direct orders of President Franklin Clinton, United States European Command was set up to facilitate and command over all United States Armed Forces servicemen that were going to be deployed to Europe. President Franklin Clinton, receiving word from the Soviet Union, Poland and the Dutch Empire would be able to build new naval ports, army bases and airfields with alarming speed as the war with Germany and Italy seemed as if it was about to start. With factory production now at 100%, the only things being produced were going directly into the United States Armed Forces. Food and other items were rationed across the entire United States and its dependencies/colonies in the Pacific and West Indies. President Franklin Clinton declared a national, mandatory conscription of all men 16 to 40 and passed a law making it illegal for men 16 to 40 to be avoiding conscription. Another mandatory conscription for Officer Candidate School was declared for all men 41 to 60. Women aged 18 to 36 were moved into the factories under mandatory law and women aged 37 and above were ordered to nurture the nations youth, through education etc.

The production of M4 Sherman tanks, especially the M4A2 and M4A3E8 Sherman variants had been intensified so much that President Franklin Clinton was now looking to move them into active service. As a part of his decree within the Four Powers Alliance, 200 of each variant is being sent to the Dutch Empire to be factory produced there. Production of the M18 Hellcat, M36 Jackson, M24 Chaffee, M26 Pershing and the research and development of the T29 Heavy Tank were set to be bolstered and sped up under the orders of President Franklin Clinton. He also announced that the Medium Tank M4 (Sherman), M2 Half Track, M3 Half Track and, M7 Priest, M10 Wolverine, M12 Gun Motor Carriage, M8 Scott, and the M8 Greyhound were near-ready to see service in Europe and the Pacific and whilst construction and research for better modifications/variants continued, they would be put inti active service.

The P-39 Aircobra, P-40 Warhawk, A-36 Invader and P-51 Mustang were pushed through the factories at an alarming rate and the United States Air Force were now putting them into active service within the United States of America and the United States European Command as well as the United States Pacific Command, as well as the P-63 Kingcobra being on the agenda, with more production, to be entered as early as 1940. As for bombers, the B-17 Flying Fortress had been mass produced and was now the primary bomber of the United States Air Force, however the B-25 Mitchell was now entering service and with factory production and research nearing completion, the B-26 Marauder and B-24 Liberator were also on the agenda for 1939-40. For the United States Marine Corps and the United States Navy the A-35 Vengeance, SB2C Helldiver, SB2U Vindicator and the F4U Corsair (limited service) were being moved to active service, with further development of the P-47 Thunderbolt to be introduced by 1940-41.

Another addition for the United States Navy was the completion of new Allen M. Sumner-class destroyers, Bagley-class destroyers, Benham-class destroyers, Benson-class destroyers, Caldwell-class destroyers, Clemson-class destroyers, Farragut-class destroyers, Fletcher-class destroyers, Gearing-class destroyers, Gleaves-class destroyers, Gridley-class destroyers, Mahan-class destroyers, Porter-class destroyers Robert H. Smith-class destroyers, Sims-class destroyers, Somers-class destroyers and Wickes-class destroyers and they were to move into active service with the United States Naval Forces Europe. Another addition to the United States Naval Forces Europe would be new Alaska-class cruisers, Atlanta-class cruisers, Baltimore-class cruisers, Brooklyn-class cruisers, Cleveland-class cruisers, Fargo-class cruisers, Juneau-class cruisers, New Orleans-class cruisers, Northampton-class cruisers. Omaha-class cruisers, Pensacola-class cruisers, Portland-class cruisers, and St. Louis-class cruisers in order for fast attacks and as a naval Quick Reaction Force to hostile fleets, some of these would be deployed to the Pacific upon completion as not all classes were fully ready to fight. Several new classes of gun-boats and anti-aircraft ships had been produced, but more importantly the United States Naval Forces Europe and Pacific was the completion and deployment of several Essex-class aircraft carriers, Independence-class aircraft carriers, Yorktown-class aircraft carriers, Sangamon-class escort carriers, Lexington-class aircraft carriers and Commencement Bay-class escort carriers. The United States Navy had also intensified its production and deployment of Gato-class submarines, Mackerel-class submarines and Tambor-class submarine's.

President Franklin Clinton ordered for 5 Caldwell-class destroyers, 3 Fletcher-class destroyers, 3 Brooklyn class cruisers, 2 Fargo-class cruisers, 2 Gato-class submarines and a Lexington-class aircraft carrier to be sent to the Dutch Empire, on top of 75 P-40 Warhawks and 30 B-17's, all to be factory produced by the Dutch Empire under the Four Powers Alliance. The United States Special Operations Command (SOCOM) was established and each branch of the Armed Forces now had its own Special Operations Command element; Army Special Operations Command (ARSOC), Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC), Naval Special Operations Command (NAVSOC) and Marine Special Operations Command (MARSOC).

With the economy and factories in full swing and the Four Powers Alliance ready, the United States Armed Forces would be deploying forces to the Netherlands-Belgium, Romania and Poland. President Franklin Clinton ordered for the highest concentration of troops to be in the Netherlands and Belgium, hoping to total anywhere between 1.7 million and 2.2 million consisting of the United States Army, Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps. The United States Army would be moving a heavy amount of all its vehicles into the Netherlands and Belgium to be supported by a large amount of Infantry too. The United States Air Force would be sending a good amount of fighter and bomber aircraft to the region however totalling at 500 Attack Aircraft, 1,300 Bombers and 2,500 Fighters, but the United States Navy would remotely operate its fleets from the Atlantic and not from the Netherlands due to the risk of air attack. A total of 2 Fleets (15 Submarines, 10 Destroyers, 7 Cruisers, 5 Frigates and 2 Aircraft Carriers per fleet) would be sent to defend the Netherlands. 2 platoons of the infamous "Marine Raiders" would be stationed on the Dutch Coast and a force of 100,000 US Marines. As for Romania, the United States Air Force would be deploying a heavy bulk of its Bomber and Fighter aircraft to the region. President Franklin Clinton aimed for a total of 1,250 Attack Aircraft, 2,000 Bombers and 3,750 Fighters to be spread out across the nation of Romania, as well as capability to fly missions in Poland. Due to the location of Romania, the United States Navy would again be operating remotely from the Atlantic and the Mediterranean in the defence of Romania (the USSR) deploying a total of 3 Fleets. The United States Army would be aiming to station 1.1 - 1.5 million troops in Romania to work along side the Soviet forces already in the area. The United States Marine Corps would also station a smaller contingent of 300,00 Marines and 4 platoons of "Marine Raiders" in Romania. Finally for Poland, the United States Air Force would be sending 2,000 Attack Aircraft 3,500 Bombers and 6,000 Fighters to the Second Polish Republic to be spread out across multiple airfields. The United States Army would be sending 300,000 troops and 175,000 paratroopers to the Second Polish Republic as well as a hidden force of 2,500 Army Rangers. 3,500 Rangers would be stationed in the Netherlands and 2,000 in Romania. The United States Navy would also be operating 2 Fleets from the Atlantic or possible the North Sea in the defence of Poland. In all nations that the US would deploy to, thousands of artillery pieces, mortars, siege cannons and mines were being deployed for offensive and support roles.

Troops, ships and aircraft left the United States of America and begun to head for their appropriate destinations. With the United States Armed Forces now having its arsenal deployed world wide, reserve resources and components were being stretched slim, however from the safety of the mainland USA, President Franklin Clinton ordered factories into overdrive to make up for the deployed assets and any possible losses that shall come, as well as the increased enlistment within the United States Armed Forces and the training of Special Forces.

[The Belkan States]

Churchill receiving news about world events begins sending orders from Japan. First, he recalls his air patrols over China seeing as the conflict has ended. He has also ordered B-18 medium bombers to attack the Hispaniola regime. Destroyers and Cruisers are being sent from the caribbean islands to bombard the nation should the dictatorship not submit to British policing and a new election. New British ships are being pumped out around the empire, including a brand new U-type submarine. The RAF's new project is almost done and shall be released at the beginning of the new year. Eyes are also being kept on the USSR and the US. Spitfires have been sent to Sweden and the humanitarian missions in Greece have been going great.
(OOC: America before 1939 America didn't even have half a million troops, get out with your 3million+ you are no where near that close.)

[Baelish Fingers]

Philippines
Though the Japanese force has had much success the high command have ordered a strategic withdrawal thinking the force would be cut off from reinforcements and supplies. The army is heading back towards Aparri where defenses are being set up. The islands north of Aparri are being turned into outposts to help support the force. The Emperor has sent a message to the Philippines promising the return of their Vice President and a return to peace if they withdrawal from Dutch lands.

Manchuria
Widespread mining of the border has lead to the stop of raids against the Japanese line.

Hispaniola
Japan has officially announced its support of the rebels in Hispaniola and the UUK's action against the genocidal government.

Japan
The development of the new plane has finished the new planes will start being produced next year. Development continues on the Gas Bomb. The Emperor has denounce the recent land grabs in Turkey claiming that it will only lead to war. The Emperor specifically called out Stalin saying he had absolutely no claim to the lands.

OOC I agree with Balken the US needs to decrease there troop count a little say to 2 million

[Arvenia]

Hispaniola
The Hispaniolan military began mobilizing in the island with boats around it and planes flying endlessly until they have to return to airbases for refueling. Cannons were put in both the coasts and fortresses. The Hispaniolan government wants to be sure that both Japan and the UK wouldn't attack Hispaniola so far.

San Domingo, Hispnaiola
A mass execution of Haitian "witches" by hanging and burning occured in San Domingo. Juan Barrista watched as the witches burned while hanging from the gallows. This pleased him, even glorifying the National Catholic Party's reputation as a faithful Christian political organization.