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Now, before I get on with the AAR, I just want to say that I'm going to do this one a little differently. Each update will be in the First Person, from the Dictator of Austria's point of view (Name pending). If it doesn't work out, I;ll just do it normally.
"I had promised them prosperity. I had promised them greatness. I had promised them an empire.
My rise to power came mainly from my promise to restore the Austrian Empire. News of my election in 1935 came as little shock. The same had happened for Hitler in Germany. And like him, I quickly gained absolute power. I had wasted little time delivering on my promise for a new Austrian Empire. When I gained absolute power in 1936, I immediatley mobilized the Austrian military, proceeding to declare war on Hungary. Almost as soon as the declaration was made, the diplomat at the German Embassy had offered an alliance between our two countries. The prospect of the might of Germany backing our proud nation was too good an offer to reject. With Germany's help, Hungary fell to us quickly. Not too long after, I sent a diplomat to Yugoslavia with a demand to relinquish territory. Much to my suprise, they rejected. Deciding that this was enough of a pretense to go to war, I prepared the Austrian Military for war.
Though a good deal of Yugoslavia fell to our might, Germany gained territory of its own. Both the Yugoslavian coast and Serbia fell to the Nazis, which is regrettable, as Austria is still a landlocked nation. We can not be expected to funtion as a Major Power without at least one port. This problem shall soon be resolved... I am not sure how just yet, but I know it will. After talking over some plans with German Officials, my advisors and I have decided to prepare troops near the Czechslovakian border. To both the west and east, I see potential Allies.
In Spain, the Nationalists seem like good Allies. They are pushing back the Republicans, and may very well be useful in the future. After discussing it with the Germans, we join forces with the Nationalists. Japan is another good Ally. Already, they are going to finish off the Chinese, who have only recently destroyed the Communist rebels. It takes little to convince the Nazis that the Japanese would be good Allies. And so, the Berlin-Tokyo-Vienna-Burgos Axis. In short, we are the Axis Powers. Italy seems like a possible addition to our Alliance, though some of my advisors seem to think that Italy is too weak. Some also say that Germany and Japan, at least at this time, would not approve. I have instead decided to play the waiting game for now. Waiting for war to erupt in Czechslovakia, waiting for Austria to be able to show the world its true power, waiting for Austria to reclaim its former glory..."
So, what do you guys think?
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This was my face when I saw that you were doing an Austria AAR:
I love this trend of playing as minor nations. You guys have really impressive ambition! Looking forward to reading the rest of this AAR!
I won't lose Africa for long. I need it for slaves. - SANAND
Me too, i love playing as small nations.
Isn't that the I'm a Banana guy?
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Part 2!
"It has been almost four years since my rise to power. Already, we have successfully invaded Czechslovakia, splitting it up with Germany. Germany has also attacked Denmakr and the Netherlands. We have come to a Danish Conditional Surrender, yet Japan refuses the same for the Dutch. Perhaps they are eyeing the Dutch East Indies... Anyway, Italy also added Albania to its fold. Italian ambitions seem pretty low. We recently went to war with the Poles as well. Unfourtenatley, France, Britain, and America had Allied against us. But, as I figured, Austria was untouchable. The massive military and industrial giant Germany to our north- Allied. The Italian Cannon fodder to our West- Allied. Any invasion could be easily repelled. To Austria's South and East were some German and Italian territories, as well as some neutral states that would hopefully act as barriers for our enemies. They also provided possible additions to our empire. Poland fell easily, and Germany didn't have to take too may French territories before we forced a surrender out of them. But I am a bit annoyed with the Germans. They have taken many regions I had been hoping to add to Austria for themselves. I'm starting to think they only Allied with us for the free Army of ours. Regardless, we shall still forge and empire.
Seeing the need to gain a port, I set up a covert invasion of Danzig, ensuring that the Germans would not take it from us. All in all, it went successfully. I now see the Baltic States as possible additions as well, and have already begun preparing troops in East Prussia with German consent. Deciding that our military was sufficent for the time being, I have ensured that our nation is now focused on industrialization, especially Danzig, ensuring that we have a more efficient country. Though we are proseperous, the future seems uncertain. Can I lead Austira to a better future? Or, have I already condemed it into ruin? Only time can tell for certain..."
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Part 3!
"The World has gone to Hell. I see no other way of describing it. France, a former ally of the United Kingodm, now fights against them. Though we are not Allied with the French, we are not at war either. We try constantly to make peace with the Netherlands, yet Japan refuses every time. The Soviet recently went to War with Finland. The fall of the Finns seems all but certain. The situationi n Africa is insane. France is losing much territory to the British. The Republican Spanish have been all but crushed. Italy has rapidly expanded throughout East Africa, though the British have made a small push into Italian Libya. I am concerned that Libya will soon fall to the Allies. If it does... I only assume the worst.
Upon our Declaration of War upon the Baltic States, Romania and Bulgaria quickly joined in the fight again st us. Despite how close Romania was and despite the fact that much of your land was un defended, this was actually a nice turn of events, as Austria now had justification for expanding into Romania. We were able to spare some units to fight ing Romania, and was able to send our main force soon after the Baltic States fell, with Austria gaining most of them. Of course, Germany got some land, too. Most of Northern Romania fell to the Austrian War Machine, including the Romanian Oil Fields. Much of Southern Romania fell to the Germans, while Italy gaind a bit of Eastern Romania. The Italians also gained control of most of Bulgaria. The Germans, naturally, got some land too. After a bit of waiting and preperation, abd Austrian Invasion of Greece took place, Brazil joined the Greeks in the War against us, and both joined the Allies not long after. The Greek mainland has been split between Austria and Germany. However, several Greek Islands remain out of our reach. I have considered trying to raise a Navy, yet it seems futile at this point, due to the Naval Strength of the Allies. One of my Generals has a bold idea involving raising an Air Force and bombing the Allied Navies into dust. I have to admit, this seems pretty bold. But if it works, then it would open up many possibilities for Austria. I must plan Austria's next step wisely. One false move could bring ruin. In an increasingly dangerous world, it has become more important than ever to choose our moves wisely..."
There. What do you guys think so far?
DEMONS
:)
Funny you realise that Greece has some difficult to take islands AFTER you moved in. You have to plan such things man! (no offense intended of course)
Now you should try to make peace with them, in my opinion, because raising an airforce capable of destroying the british navy is gonna take some while. Take your loses is a saying I thought so. In this case: take your winnings, victory, and move on. It won't be cool if you still at war with someone you cannot fight. Even more when the enemy has a powerfull friend.
'If it ain't Dutch, it ain't much!'
- Dutchie
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I agree with Dutchie and the point he makes about Greece.
If you still want a challange, I reccomend surrounding the Greek islands, i.e. by invading Turkey and perhaps retaking occupied Libya, and attack parts of Egypt. If you can, try and build a submarine force capable of destroying the greek/british fleet in the area.
Dutchie said
:)
Funny you realise that Greece has some difficult to take islands AFTER you moved in.
I fully realized this beforehand. But who said this guy did?
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FDR said
Dutchie said
:)
Funny you realise that Greece has some difficult to take islands AFTER you moved in.
I fully realized this beforehand. But who said this guy did?
But if you realise it, what would the arguments be to still attack Greece then?
'If it ain't Dutch, it ain't much!'
- Dutchie
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Dutchie said
FDR said
Dutchie said
:)
Funny you realise that Greece has some difficult to take islands AFTER you moved in.
I fully realized this beforehand. But who said this guy did?
But if you realise it, what would the arguments be to still attack Greece then?
More land, of course!
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FDR said
Dutchie said
FDR said
Dutchie said
:)
Funny you realise that Greece has some difficult to take islands AFTER you moved in.
I fully realized this beforehand. But who said this guy did?
But if you realise it, what would the arguments be to still attack Greece then?
More land, of course!
Thats the spirit man!
FDR said
Dutchie said
FDR said
Dutchie said
:)
Funny you realise that Greece has some difficult to take islands AFTER you moved in.
I fully realized this beforehand. But who said this guy did?
But if you realise it, what would the arguments be to still attack Greece then?
More land, of course!
So, more land, but with an enemy you cannot defeat..and no chance for any kind of peace!? Some might think that would not be smart.
But having more land is good of course. :)
'If it ain't Dutch, it ain't much!'
- Dutchie
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A good AAR FDR, keep writing.
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