AWWA Part 2-The Second Thirty Years War(IC)

[Ruridova]

Brunswick, Maine

4 Colonels and 1 Lieutenant-General were killed and Pretorius barely dodged several bullets himself. He now attacked buildings where he suspected Americans to be hiding.

The Americaners forced the British to enter the buildings, forcing them to fight house-to-house.

St. John, New Brunswick

The British moved closer into the city, just as their fleet launched an attack upon the Americaner fleet's flagship.

The Americaner fleet moved to surround the British ships so as to be simultaneously be attacking with the broadside of both ships.

[Shrillland]

Brunswick, Maine
April 25, 1836

The house-to-house battles continued.

St. John, New Brunswick

Here the British fleet had been severely depleted, and now with only 15 of their ships remaining they withdrew to the south. Perhaps they could find better fortune in Maine...

St. John's, Newfoundland

At the other St. John's, the British force had arrived, and once again launched a bombardment against the fortifications, while moving the transports to the north forcing the Americaners to attack from all sides.

[Ruridova]

Brunswick, Maine
April 25, 1836

The house-to-house battles continued.

The Americaners tried to use this to put the British in death traps they could not escape.

St. John, New Brunswick

Here the British fleet had been severely depleted, and now with only 15 of their ships remaining they withdrew to the south. Perhaps they could find better fortune in Maine...

The Americaners had only assembled a small collection of vessels in Maine.

St. John's, Newfoundland

At the other St. John's, the British force had arrived, and once again launched a bombardment against the fortifications, while moving the transports to the north forcing the Americaners to attack from all sides.

The Americaners kept the fight up, and some even launched suicide charges.

[Shrillland]

Brunswick, Maine

British soldiers were dying in larger numbers thanks to the Americaner death traps, and so Pretorius sent in the Artillery to burn the town's wooden buildings into ash, and pound the stone to rubble.

St. John, New Brunswick

The Army was now alone, but they were now getting inside the city, and now demanded that the garrison surrender.

St. John's, Newfoundland

Here the suicide charges merely made the British seem that victory was that much closer, though 450 were killed. The transports now left the frontal assault on the harbour to send their forces to land.

[Ruridova]

Brunswick, Maine

British soldiers were dying in larger numbers thanks to the Americaner death traps, and so Pretorius sent in the Artillery to burn the town's wooden buildings into ash, and pound the stone to rubble.

Now the Americaners moved to pour out of the buildings, attacking the British en masse.

St. John, New Brunswick

The Army was now alone, but they were now getting inside the city, and now demanded that the garrison surrender.

The Americaners refused with gunfire.

St. John's, Newfoundland

Here the suicide charges merely made the British seem that victory was that much closer, though 450 were killed. The transports now left the frontal assault on the harbour to send their forces to land.

The Americaners moved to 'retreat', but actually sought to flank the British.

[Shrillland]

Brunswick, Maine

The fight had now devolved into a confused melee, with British and American forces in vicious combat. The Cavalry came round for an assault with lances, something many of them weren't used to.

St. John, New Brunswick

The British forces here decided to encircle the city, while 2,000 Infantry were rushed in to destroy the harbor.

St. John's, Newfoundland

The British forces moved eastward into the city, while flank guards were being killed by the pincer-like Americaner movements.

[Unicario]

Princess Victoria was a bored young Crown Princess. She had not so much to do until her mother or her uncle? died. She spent the interim looking for suitors. Her mother requested she go after a European boy, so it would legitimize her reign when she took over Britain. So she glanced over a list of possible suitors.

Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha was an interesting one that struck her. He was the same age as her, and he was from Germany. His dynasty were the Kings of Saxony, but he was the second child, and thus unimportant to the succession of Saxony, So she coordinated an effort to get to know him better. Akiko approved of her choice, and the two began to date under Akiko's supervision. This had been in 1835, when they were both 16. They were both now 17, and a bit more responsible.

Albert had approached Akiko for the question if he could engage and marry her daughter, and Akiko had given her assent, provided he accept that children of this union would have her surname and dynasty, preventing Britain from losing a dynasty in one monarch. Reluctantly, after a handsome dowry provided by the Old Empress, he agreed. Rumors had stirred in Germany that he may be one of the many candidates to become German Emperor, and so she gave him advice.

"My daughter is a bit airheaded. With you gallavanting around Germany, you can easily give yourself a Wettin heir, without a problem." She waved her hand dismissively, "The Yamatos are not interested in meddling in the politics of the German Reich, we prefer to stay cordial allies, and that is it."

The two announced in 1836, they were engaged. The marriage would not occur until Victoria returned to Britain to rule, which would not be for several years if she was lucky.

[Luziyca]

April 29, 1836

Princess Aigi was the oldest child of the Daoguang Emperor: from the beginning, she doubted she will ever rule China. Now that she was 15, her father felt that she needed to find a suitable husband, but with a caveat.

Since the Daoguang Emperor created the Jinzhi, he (and his future descendants) was allowed to determine any changes to the line of succession. Currently, the Emperor (or anyone in the line to succession) had to be a male, unless if all of the male relatives died out, had to speak some Chinese (until 1820, had to speak Manchu), and had to either practice Buddhism, Taoism, or Confucianism (if Confucianism is practiced, he can adapt his beliefs so long as its basic tenets are followed).

But it was to be changed. The Emperor decided on a new change, that will result in the first Chinese empress regnant, since Empress Wu Zetian who ruled from 690 to 705 AD, as well as other changes to ensure that Aigi will get a European husband to rule as "Huangsi" (皇嗣), or King Consort. However, the Daoguang Emperor was hesitant to implement this change first. He wanted it to be after the wedding of Aigi would he make the changes to the primogeniture: just for her, for when she ascends the throne, it will revert to the pre-1836 rules for succeeding to the throne regarding gender.

Thus, he sent a letter. He chose not to give the trappings of a communique, since he wanted it to seem personal, but at the same time, he decided to make it formal...

To: Nobles in Germany, the UK, Scandinavia, Italy, the Ottoman Empire and all other countries with a monarchy and/or nobility
From: Emperor Daoguang of China

---

My oldest daughter, Her Highness Princess Aigi, has turned fifteen years old. For generations, this dynasty has married only within the borders of China, Manchuria, Dzungaria, Mongolia, and Tibet. However, I feel that it will be better for Her Highness to marry a European.

I am certain that you know of the laws for the line of succession: The heir has to be a male, unless if all of the male relatives died out, has to speak some Chinese, and must practice either Buddhism, Taoism, or Confucianism , although if Confucianism is practiced, one can adapt his beliefs so long as its basic tenets are followed. As well, the wife or husband of the prince or princess must reside in China for at least two consecutive years out of every five.

However, I am changing the rules a bit, to make it easier for Europeans to marry Princess Aigi. Firstly, I am abolishing the religious requirement: you may bring Muslims, Christians, Jews, or any other religious suitors to marry Aigi. Secondly, I am reducing the requirement to one year out of every five years that the husband or wife has to stay. Lastly, the husband of Princess Aigi shall be given a noble title as a Prince, and I also plan to abdicate the throne of the Kingdom of Manchuria, but not the throne of China, which shall enable Aigi and her husband to rule from Changchun after their wedding, so to gain experience. However, just because I am abdicating the throne of Manchuria in her favor, does not mean that I will allow her to succeed to the throne of China: I am likely to do the opposite.

Hence, I invite all the suitors to a massive ball in Changchun, with luxurious facilities, both local and European alcohol, and a young lady who will want to choose a suitor to be her husband. I urge you to arrive on June 1st, in the Year of your Lord, 1836, into Changchun. Be sure to wear formal clothing: European-style.

Signed,
道光
皇帝
Emperor of China

After he sent it off, he waited patiently...

[Ruridova]

Brunswick, Maine

The fight had now devolved into a confused melee, with British and American forces in vicious combat. The Cavalry came round for an assault with lances, something many of them weren't used to.

The Americaners were caught off-guard but fought anyways.

St. John, New Brunswick

The British forces here decided to encircle the city, while 2,000 Infantry were rushed in to destroy the harbor.

The Americaners all opened fire at once before going to firing at will.

St. John's, Newfoundland

The British forces moved eastward into the city, while flank guards were being killed by the pincer-like Americaner movements.

The Americaners moved to further close the pincers.

[Unicario]

[Disregard this, eh?]

[Shrillland]

Brunswick, Maine
April 26, 1836

The night passed in battle, as the Americaners continued their fight. Pretorius now made a new plan. Knowing the Americaners still seemed weaker in numbers, he decided to surround the city with 6,000 soldiers, and send the rest of them northward on their journey. Perhaps they could be starved out...

St. John's, Newfoundland

Here that wasn't so easy to do. Here the British now launched a charge into the secure harbor, while giving the impression of another landing into the harbour, hoping to drive the Americaners into a battle on two fronts.

[Ruridova]

Brunswick, Maine
April 26, 1836

The night passed in battle, as the Americaners continued their fight. Pretorius now made a new plan. Knowing the Americaners still seemed weaker in numbers, he decided to surround the city with 6,000 soldiers, and send the rest of them northward on their journey. Perhaps they could be starved out...

The Americaners noticed what Pretorius was doing, and decided to launch an intense, suicidal charge at one area, hoping to break free.

St. John's, Newfoundland

Here that wasn't so easy to do. Here the British now launched a charge into the secure harbor, while giving the impression of another landing into the harbour, hoping to drive the Americaners into a battle on two fronts.

The Americaners felt that they needed to stay put and did not have forces to move around or spare.

OoC: @Uni: removed due to clearing-up

[Shrillland]

Brunswick, Maine

The Americaner charge was successful, and the British were forced to retreat to the southwest of the city, and resumed their artillery barrage.

St. John's, Newfoundland

Though the eastern force had no troops to land, they did begin to bombard the city, while their troops on land had already taken losses of 1,800 men.

[Ruridova]

Brunswick, Maine

The Americaner charge was successful, and the British were forced to retreat to the southwest of the city, and resumed their artillery barrage.

The Americaners decided to retreat farther into the woods, hoping to either lure the British in or raid them as they moved to the next town.

St. John's, Newfoundland

Though the eastern force had no troops to land, they did begin to bombard the city, while their troops on land had already taken losses of 1,800 men.

The Americaners attempted to hold the entire city.

[Shrillland]

Brunswick, Maine

The British kept a small force to keep watch on the city as the main force continued up the river Androscoggin to the point where it became the Kennebec, or as Pretorius put it, "You mean the river Piscacatawamaquoddymoggin, or whatever these Mainers call it?"

St. John's, Newfoundland

Here the battle continued through the night.

St. John, New Brunswick

Many British were killed by the barrage, though others rushed in to send barrels of gunpowder into the docks.

[Ruridova]

Brunswick, Maine

The British kept a small force to keep watch on the city as the main force continued up the river Androscoggin to the point where it became the Kennebec, or as Pretorius put it, "You mean the river Piscacatawamaquoddymoggin, or whatever these Mainers call it?"

The Americaners sent the vast majority of their men to raid the main British force; a smaller group was sent to try and raze the city with the British still in it.

St. John's, Newfoundland

Here the battle continued through the night.

St. John, New Brunswick

Many British were killed by the barrage, though others rushed in to send barrels of gunpowder into the docks.

The Americaners fought, desperate to win.

[Shrillland]

Brunswick, Maine

The main force was met by the Americaners about 6 miles north of the city, where a small island stood in the middle of the Kennebec, near the modern town of Richmond. The river here was too wide to cross, so the British sent a small part of the infantry forward, while trying to outflank the Americaners by heading northwest. The country was flat, but heavily wooded, and it was also starting to rain.

Saint John, New Brunswick

Although the battle in Newfoundland was currently in a stalemate, here better fortune was prevailing. Though some of the powder runners had been killed, five managed to place the barrels at the docks that were their aim. All they needed to do now was run a short distance and throw a torch.

[Ruridova]

Brunswick, Maine

The main force was met by the Americaners about 6 miles north of the city, where a small island stood in the middle of the Kennebec, near the modern town of Richmond. The river here was too wide to cross, so the British sent a small part of the infantry forward, while trying to outflank the Americaners by heading northwest. The country was flat, but heavily wooded, and it was also starting to rain.

The Americaners moved to prevent being flanked.

Saint John, New Brunswick

Although the battle in Newfoundland was currently in a stalemate, here better fortune was prevailing. Though some of the powder runners had been killed, five managed to place the barrels at the docks that were their aim. All they needed to do now was run a short distance and throw a torch.

The Americaners moved to fire at them, realizing the plot at the last minute.

[Shrillland]

The woods of Maine

The British were now fighting a moving battle, trying to push the British northward, while the force in Brunswick was bogged down in battle.

St. John, New Brunswick

Only one soldier managed to survive to throw his torch, hoping for a farewell to remember as he himself was shot in the heart.

[Luziyca]

18 Floréal XLIV (May 7, 1836)
Ville de la Liberte, Guyane

At a session of the National Assembly, Pichegru walked calmly into the chamber. While he was 75, he still was content of Guyana: it was his opportunity to mold society as he wished, and so far, it had been working out great. However, he knew he cannot last forever, and was getting increasingly worried that if he died while he was still in charge, he would risk plunging Guyana into chaos, which may end up in Brazilian occupation. While the Arch of Eternal Peace had just been completed, he knew he had to lay what he called a "will" to the people. Thus, he took the stands, and led the legislators in the singing of La Marseillaise, before Jean-Charles Pichegru began speaking.

"Les citoyens du Guyana et ceux qui représentent les citoyens de la République, je suis venu vous parler d'une préoccupation urgente: ce qui se passera dans ce pays lorsque je cesse d'exister, et monte vers le haut vers le ciel. Au cours des quatre dernières décennies, j'ai régné sur cette République, et a vu grandir Guyane d'être Premier Consul et un ensemble, à une république qui est prospère et commence à développer les idéaux que nous avons réalisées au cours de notre longue patrie perdue, à l'Indiens vivant en Guyane." "Citizens of Guyana and those who are representing the citizens of the Republic, I have come to speak to you of a pressing concern: what will happen to this country when I cease to exist, and ascend upwards to heaven. For the past four decades, I have ruled over this Republic, and saw Guyana grow from being First Consul and an assembly, to a republic which is prosperous and is starting to expand the ideals that we carried over from our long lost motherland, to the Indians living in Guyana."

With a silence, he then continued on, "Pourtant, comme je me suis tourné soixante-quinze ans, et repense à cette nation, je crains que si je meurs dans le bureau, cette République va s'effondrer, dans le chaos et finissent dans l'oppression par la monarchie tyrannique des Brésiliens, dont ils ne sont pas même assez civilisé pour se l'Empire appeler! Je ne veux pas regarder Guyane chute d'en haut, ne pouvant rien faire si je meurs. Je ne peux pas laisser faire ça. J'ai participé à de nombreuses campagnes, j'ai été banni ici, et ensemble, nous sommes capables de vivre et de fonctionner comme une république." "Yet, as I turned 75, and look back on this nation, I fear that if I die in office, this Republic will collapse, into chaos and end up under oppression by the tyrannical monarchy of the Brazilians, of which they are not even civilized enough to call themselves an Empire! I do not want to watch Guyana fall from up high, being unable to do anything about it if I die. I just cannot let it happen. I have taken part in many campaigns, I have been banished here, and together, we are able to live and function as a republic."

He then asks rhetorically, "Mais pour combien de temps? Combien de temps cette république dernier, si je reste en fonction jusqu'à la fin de ma vie, et ont grandi totalement dépendant de moi? Un an après ma mort? Deux? Trois? Cinq? Dix? Vingt-cinq ans? Cinquante?" "But for how long? How long can this republic last, if I remain in office until the end of my life, and have grown utterly dependent on me? One year after my death? Two? Three? Five? Ten? Twenty-five? Fifty?"

He then sighed, and said, "Qui sait, mais cela ne durera pas aussi longtemps que si je démissionne de ce poste après ce terme est en place. Si je finis mon mandat, je vais non seulement voir comment cela va fonctionner sans ma présence, je serai en mesure de veiller à ce qu'il ne dure pas deux fois, trois fois, ni, mais dix fois plus longue que si je reste en charge!" "Who knows, but it will not last as long as if I resign from this office after this term is up. If I end my term, I will not only see how it will work without my presence, I shall be able to ensure that it shall last not twice, nor thrice, but ten times as long as if I remain in charge!" It was clear that he intends not to contest the 1837 general election, and a few began gasping, and one even wept.

"Ne le prenez pas, cependant, comme un signe que je vais renoncer à la politique. Je vais juste donner le privilège d'être le chef de l'Etat et de gouvernement choisi par le peuple de la République du Guyana! Je vais continuer à suivre la politique guyanais, pour s'assurer qu'il fonctionne bien, alors quand je mourrai, je suis soulagé que cette république ne peut survivre! Je ne veux pas d'une dynastie, comme les Bourbons qui régnaient France, ou un autre Napoléon, non, je veux m'assurer d'une République stable!" "Do not take it, however, as a sign that I will give up politics. I will just give up the privilege of being the head of state and of government as chosen by the people of the Republic of Guyana! I will continue monitoring Guyanese politics, to ensure it runs smoothly, so when I die, I shall feel relieved, that this Republic can survive! I do not want a dynasty, like the Bourbons that ruled France, or another Napoleon, no, I want to ensure a stable Republic!"

Some were relieved, but it was clear it would have a tremendous impact in Guyanese politics: could the next President fill the shoes that President Jean-Charles Pichegru had left?

He then concludes, saying, "Par conséquent, je déclare solennellement que je ne serai pas candidat à la prochaine élection en tant que président, mais plutôt en tant que membre de l'Assemblée nationale: Que l'on sache que je ferai en sorte que la Guyane restera une république, et qu'il est temps pour quelqu'un fraîche pour prendre les rênes de la présidence de la République du Guyana. Liberté, égalité, fraternité!" "Hence, I solemnly declare that I will not run for the next election as a President, but rather, as a member of the National Assembly: let it be known that I will ensure that Guyana will remain a republic, and that it is time for someone fresh to take the reins of the Presidency of the Republic of Guyana. Liberty, equality, brotherhood!"

With these words, many rose up and applauded, some clearly mourning, and some fearing for the future of Guyane. After 40 years of stability, of which people were born, went to school, married and had families, and had more children, under the leadership of Jean-Charles Pichegru, who led Guyana to preserve its ideals from the French Revolution, could the next leader fulfill the needs of the people?

The news spread rapidly around Guyana, though it took a few days to arrive in some communities in Guyana. The news was sent to Europe and the Far East, and many in Guyana could not believe that he was stepping down from the Presidency.

[Ruridova]

The woods of Maine

The British were now fighting a moving battle, trying to push the British northward, while the force in Brunswick was bogged down in battle.

The Americaners fought on in both cases.

St. John, New Brunswick

Only one soldier managed to survive to throw his torch, hoping for a farewell to remember as he himself was shot in the heart.

Some of the gunpowder exploding, killing many, but some of the barrels did not blow up, being too far away, or made wet by the Americaners/

[Shrillland]

The woods of Maine
April 27, 1836

The British were now just outside the capital of Augusta, and as they're running battle continued they marched onward, knowing they had the advantage in numbers.

St. John, New Brunswick

The explosion was not only meant to destroy infrastructure, it was also the signal for the main army to march in. The Cavalry and remaining infantry headed into the city.

St. John's, Newfoundland

As the night passed the British had continued their offensive, while the navy continued bombarding the city.

[Shrillland]

London

Here there were several suitors for the Chinese prince, and seven prominent lords in the court accepted the invitation to the ball.

[Ruridova]

The woods of Maine
April 27, 1836

The British were now just outside the capital of Augusta, and as they're running battle continued they marched onward, knowing they had the advantage in numbers.

The Americaners decided to let the British enter the city before launching a series of raids on it, trying to start fires and destroy infrastructure and steal(or destroy) British supplies.

St. John, New Brunswick

The explosion was not only meant to destroy infrastructure, it was also the signal for the main army to march in. The Cavalry and remaining infantry headed into the city.

St. John's, Newfoundland

As the night passed the British had continued their offensive, while the navy continued bombarding the city.

In both situations, the Americaners fought as hard as they possibly could, luring the British into traps where possible.

[Shrillland]

Augusta, Maine

The British arrived in the city, and were raided within minutes by Americaners. Fires were breaking out, supply trains were robbed, and the British were forced to remain in Augusta for a time to replenish supplies before marching on to Bangor and then fortifying Maine.

St. John, New Brunswick

The Infantry was trapped in many places, while Cavalry units started roaming across the town, attacking any Americaners they saw.

St. John's, Newfoundland

The merciless bombardment continued, and the British resorted to house-to-house tactics.