History of the World 2.2 - V (Cuz 2 just wasn't big enough)

[Rasputin]

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Not all Muslims or Islamics are fanatics, just as not all Christians are Fundamentalist... Remember this as you go through your daily lives... Judge the guilty and make them pay for sure, but dont tarnish all because of the acts of the few...


Capo & Prom glad to hear you still around.. I so sorry to hear of your friends loss Capo, and I fully undrstand your anger and need for vengence, just make sure when you join the Marines you take care of yuorself and dont do anything silly or rash. I hope all our soldiers will come home safe from whatever actionsour governements decide to take...

Back to the Game....

With Drake wishing a week off, and Capo having lost friends, seems to me it is best to not play tomorrow...

I will have a quiet time tomorrow morning and say a prayer for all of my American Friends who I have met via this game....

[deity]

A civ free weekend as a mark of respect...

My heart goes out to all those that sufferred from this incomprehensible tragedy.

[drake]

I knew you had previously worked in DC capo and that you have been involved with the political activities in town. I've been thinking that there's no way capo was even close to the pentagon and probably didnt know anyone directly.......I am shocked that there were people you knew involved and deeply sorry. It's hard for me and I didn't even know anyone involved.

And though I know you're mad (who isnt), please refrain from the "**** you muslims" sort of statement, because it turns us into the animals that we have been stereotyped as being. Why prove them right? America is about freedom and tolerance of all nationalitites and religions. Muslims are not to blame. Evil is to blame. My cousin in law is in fact muslim and one of the nicest people I know. He is just as american as you and I. Saying "**** you muslims" is incredibly painful to people just like him. It's wrong and it will make things worse.

As far as the game goes, it is just a game and all our in game hostility is fictional and it is completely harmless. But I am still a bit in shock and I am just not ready to play games. I cant think about games or fun right now..........last night instead of hearing the normal rumble of commercial flights going overhead (I live just north of Boston) I heard US jet fighters circling the greater Boston area and coastline.......the world has changed and all of a sudden, civ seems so un-important.......

[Rasputin]

I often wonder how people in israel manage to paly this type of game without getting all emotional... perhpas they only ever play solo and paly a sisraelis and attack the Arabs !!!

[The Capo]

Bucharesti, Romania; European Union...

The construction of the new Aquaducts was going superbly well, DeGaulle was pleased as he visited the construction site. Secretary Alessi had done him well, he realized that his political stock was rising quickly, but couldn't help the thought of a Dove uprising in Parliament, the Hawk majority was so slim it was almost non-existant.

"Hello sir, everything is going well." Adriana smiled.

"I'm glad to hear it." said Prime Minister DeGaulle as he shook her hand "What else is in the works?"

"Well these Aquaducts aren't going to sustain a heavy population, we expect a huge boom in that area, thus we are going to require sewage systems to be installed as well. Not to mention libraries, harbors, and granaries. There is still much to be done." she replied.

"It just makes you think how horrible and uneconomic war is." said DeGaulle overseeing the repairs.

"Yes, I don't think our nation will be doing much fighting anyway, the budget is very tight right now. A war effort should be the last thing on Parliament's mind, I know Western sentiment is going in that direction, but I advise the Union to stay out of any armed confrontations." she said looking towards the ground "I know, that isn't my department, but it'd be nice if we had more money for reconstruction, its one of our most important areas, if not the most important."

"Well the Union is very interested in perpetual peace, like you said yourself, things are not going in that direction though. Minister Wisniewski is working on a United Nations charter, but the building itself is far from completion." he said.

"The nation is in shambles sir, that is the only thing we can know for sure. Trade is another concern, as is technology, I understand your job must be very tough." she stated.

"Yes it is Adriana, have you heared anything new from Berlin? Any political goings on, I've been away on a short vacation in Sicily, I needed to get my mind off of things." he lied.

"Well, Churchill is attempting to win more seats for the Dove party, that's all I've heared. My mind has been occupied with other things." she replied, knowing full well that DeGaulle was attempting to illicit inside information, the fact was the Dove party was looking to retake Parliament and thus the Prime Ministry.

"It'll be interesting to see who the Doves field this time around." said DeGualle.

"Yes, it will..."

[The Capo]

EU Diplomatic Transmission...

European State Department
Honorable Tomajc Wisniewski
100 Metternich Street
Berlin, Germany

TO: The world leaders of all nations.
FROM: Thomas Koulakjian, Chief Ambassador.

Dear sirs and madames. In its attempt to profer ongoing peace and prosperity throughout the World, the European Union has begun construction of a building which will hold an international body. This body will oversee most areas of international interest and well serve as front lines in the war against war. This body will be known as the United Nations.

In a short period of time the European Union will offer up a United Nations Charter which will state the rights of all people on this Earth and devise rules and powers delegated to this body. We would appreciate it if you not only sign and agree to this charter, but also suggest points that should be added to or taken from the charter. It would be wise of you to begin thinking of the powers delegated to the United Nations and its representatives, so that we may begin what will truly be an international work of art.

Thank you for your time.

Thomas Koulakjian
Chief Ambassador, European Union.

~Tomajc Wisniewski

[belinda9]

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well, I'm around: don't live near there, no present connections: like most of America, just been following the coverage and hoping the death toll isn't as high as I thought it was going to be and hoping the friends I got stuck overseas in various parts of Europe will eventually get to make it home ok. I understand if don't want to play, though my personal leanings are more along the version expressed by Pro -- but yeah, ok I can see how y'all don't want to play at a diplomacy game under the bigger picture. I'm due for volunteer duty at Red Cross most of tomorrow anyhow so I just won't rush to be home (can't give blood, so I go down, do what I can).
sorry to hear you personally lost people, capo. if you're going into Marines, hope you get a definite target: though it's not like there's any lack of people over in certain parts of the world that hate us....which is even ok. They don't have to like us. But they can't come over here like a bunch of sneaky bastards and do stuff like this either and expect we'll just cry for awhile and then do nothing. I think we are seriously underestimated by some, maybe even our own fault that's so because we didn't really finish the job with Saddam: I bet if Iraq were a smoking hole in the ground it would've been different. so now, looks like it's time to call the roll and pick a side
can't even seem to work up a post...I had another one started but it just doesn't seem all that important right now and can't seem to make myself think on it so..maybe next week.
I'll be lurking around first of the week to see what's what.

[Rasputin]

To: Thomas Koulakjian, Chief Ambassador EU.

From: Bert Uld , WAAR Ambassader to the EU.

Tom,

I received word from Israel today that your proposal of a United Nations Charter was greeted with intense interest. The Government of the WAAR not only congratulate you on putting forth such a proposal but are actually willing to help you complete this. I am authorised to say to you that the WAAR will donate 200 tonnes of gold towards the cost of this structure.
Please inform us when you are within 200 tonnes of completing this and we will forward the gift at that time.

I invite you to attend our next Embasy Party due next week and after dinner we can discuss further the Charter.

Yuor Friend

Ambassader Uld

[Rasputin]

OOC

Well after we missed this weeks game I am sad to say I wont be around this coming week...

Ozzy are you free !!!!!!!!!!


If so contact me for my 50 year plan !!

[Rasputin]

"Do you think they suspect what is going on?" asked the man dressed in black

"Never, they are too stupid to realise", responded his accomplice.

"It never ceases to amze me how easily we have accomplished all this"

"Ha as I said they are fools, if they were smart they would easily stop us, or they at least would have tried, now its too late."

"Yes my friend , soon all will be finished, many years of planning have gone into this, nothing can stop us now!"

"Well almost nothing my friend, we still need Group C to report in, I havent heard from then in 2 weeks now. Once we get that report it is all over." he smiled

[Rasputin]

"Those damn politicians back in Israel think they know everything. How can they know what is good for us way over here in the Americas. We need our own rulers, we need to overthrow those despots and move away from the direction they wish to take us."

"Yes but how, they maintain their rule by military force, they suppress all opposition"

"The Rebels in Northern America are growing stronger each day, we see more and more attacks not only in WAAR provinces but also in Chinese and Mali states. If this continues we will soon be in a position to form our own United States. Those oppressors from the old world wil not keep us down for ever."

"Ahh you are young, I have been around much longer, and seen many uprisings , all have failed"

"Old man , not this time, we have a leader who will bring us all together"

"A leader? Who is he?"

"Not a he , SHE!!"

[The Capo]

OOC Again, sorry I am very Patriotic...

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Written by Francis Scott Key, an American prisoner aboard a British prison ship during the war of 1812...

Oh, say, can you see, by the dawn's early light,
What so proudly we hail'd at the twilight's last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars, thro' the perilous fight,
O'er the ramparts we watch'd, were so gallantly streaming?
And the rocket's red glare, the bombs bursting in air
Gave proof thro' the night that our flag was still there.
Oh, say, does that Star-Spangled Banner yet wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?

On the shore, dimly seen thro' the mists of the deep,
Where the foe's haughty host in dread silence reposes,
What is that which the breeze, o'er the towering steep,
As it fitfully blows half conceals, half discloses?
Now it catches the gleam of the morning's first beam,
In full glory reflected now shines in the stream;
'Tis the Star-Spangled Banner, O long may it wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave.

And where is that band who so vauntingly swore
That the havoc of war and the battle's confusion
A home and a country should leave us no more?
Their blood has wiped out their foul footstep's pollution.
No refuge could save the hireling and slave
From the terror of flight, or the gloom of the grave:
And the star-spangled banner in triumph doth wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave.

Oh, thus be it ever when free men shall stand
Between their loved homes and the war's desolation!
Blest with vict'ry and peace, may the heav'n rescued land
Praise the Pow'r that hath made and preserved us a nation!
Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just,
And this be our motto, "In God is our trust"
And the Star-Spangled Banner in triumph shall wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!

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"Yea though I walk through the valley of death, I will fear no evil: for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me."
-Psalm 23:4

[The Capo]

Stockholm, Sweden; European Union...

The cold fall breeze shook the trees, which seemed to whisper just beyond the understanding of Gustav as he slowly trecked through the woods. It had been four days, he knew he was close...

"Mmm, that was perfect Mina." said Prime Minister DeGaulle, lying back in bed with a big smile on his face, his hands locked behind his head, staring at the ceiling.

"Its no problem Charlie" the woman said, gently running her fingernails accross his hairy chest, she had been employed by the Communist party for five years, thus far doing nothing more than serving as DeGaulle's plaything. Finally after the death of Pagniacci her services would pay off. He was, after all, now the Prime Minister.

DeGaulle slowly arose from the bed, kissing her on the forehead "I have a meeting with the Joint Chiefs in around an hour, besides Adriana should be here within the hour." he said, as he searched for his pants.

"Who's Adriana?" she asked, knowing full well who she was. However her stupidity ploy never seemed to fail against the arrogant Charles.

"Aww, don't worry, you're the only woman I love." he said, moving her hair from her face "She's the Secretary of the Interior, you should keep up on politics you know." he said, pulling up his pants...

Gustav finally saw the Stockholm skyline and dropped to his knees, quickly pulling his backpack in front of him. He pulled out a lage binder of papers and quickly shuffled through them 'Where the hell is it?' he asked himself nervously...

"Hey Charlie." said the mistress as she wrapped her arms around his stomach "Let me go with you, I want to go. I'm so bored staying at these hotels."

"Believe me, you'll be far more bored at this meeting, you'd have to wait in the lobby it would be horrible. Why don't you go catch a show, or go shopping?"

"Ugh" she said, letting go and jokingly pushing him in his back "Typical male attitude, yes Charlie, all we do is shop and see plays." she pouted.

"I'm sorry, if it means that much to you, you can come. Its not like I'm worried about being seen with you, you work for me. It wouldn't be conspicuous at all." he said, turning towards her...

'Got it!' he said as he pulled the papers from his binder, he had little time as he glanced at the address and placed it back in, he quickly put his backpack on and tredged forward towards the rail-lines...

The Lobby of the Capital building in Stockholm was filled with members of the press, all attempting to get an interview or even a statement from the Prime Minister, who had been more than elusive to their microphones in the past few months. Charles DeGaulle and his Foreign Minister Tomajc Wisniewski walked into the building with their entourage, and protection agents. Cameras shot off and press members rushed the Prime Minister attempting to get a word about the recent rumors of a Western Coalition, the latest from Berlin were plans to establish a United Nations building in Amsterdam. "Mr. DeGaulle, what prompted the revival of the United Nations project?" asked one reporter.

"Please, save all questions for the press conference, this is a very important meeting and I don't have time to discuss any other matters." he replied...

Gustav approached the building, it was an old firehouse, now abandoned. Although he knew full well there were people inside, he placed his hand in his pocket and felt for his gun, it was there. He glanced around, the streets were unusually empty, probably due to the big meeting down the street. He pulled out the keys and opened the door slowly, taking his boots off before he entered.

He methodically glanced around; the building was filled with cobwebs and dust. There were random boards, empty beer bottles and cans, needles, pornographic magazines, and condoms. The denizens of Stockholm took great care of their abandoned buildings, aparently. He slowly crouched behind the stairwell and pulled out his listening device, very quietly he placed it up against the ceiling: "Alright, are the travel arangements in order?" said one man in Russian.

"Yes sir, everything has been accounted for. So far so good." said another Russian voice.

"Where is Igor, he should have been here by now?" asked the first man.

"He's going to run a little late, he's only five minutes late, its not a big deal, he's got fifteen before we need him anyway."

"I hope he wasn't arrested."

"We would have heared about it, don't worry, everything is going to go perfectly..."

All of the Joint Cheifs and their staff sat in on a huge circular room, normally the meeting place of the Swedish Senate. Francisco Franco entered with his staff, he was Chief Admiral of the European Navy, which was nearly non-existant save a few fleets in the northern Atlantic. He was to oversee the meeting, he knocked his gavel four times on the table and said "I know call this meeting of the Joint Staffs into order, we have in our presence Prime Minister Charles DeGaulle and his staff as well as representatives from the Eurokorps department. The issue we wll discuss today is...."

TO BE CONTINUED...

[Rasputin]

Secret Letter to Winston Churchill

From: Roberto Auldinksy
To: Winston Churchill

Greetings Winston, I am writing this letter to you prior to some major changes forshadowed in the Western Asia and American Republic (WAAR). The reign of the Nationalists is to come to an end soon and to fill this political vaccuum I will be stepping up to take charge. During these trying times I will be looking for Allys to aid our fledgling government overcome the many adversarys still in our midst.
Whilst I realsie you are yet to achieve leadership of the European Community, we beleive if and when you do, that you will also be looking to form a strong bond between our two great nations.
To aid in this process, I call for a secret meeting of the two of us and our cheif Advisors to take place ASAP to discuss mutual benifits of this bond and ways to improve both our struggling nations.
We must be prepared to defend ourselves against the people that despise us for what we have already achieved and what we are about to achieve. Do not be fooled, we are true brothers us Western Asians and Europeans, we come from similar blood stock and must stick together now.

Your Friend

Roberto Auldinsky
Leader of the Republican Party, Israeli Province

[OzzyKP]

Re: OOC

Originally posted by Rasputin
Well after we missed this weeks game I am sad to say I wont be around this coming week...

Ozzy are you free !!!!!!!!!!


If so contact me for my 50 year plan !!

I would be glad for Vice-Chancellor to return to the helm. However I believe Capo told me a week ago he wanted me to sub this week. I'll have to wait to hear what he has to say. If he needs me then i promised him and i'll lead the EU, if not then i'd gladly take over the Israelis.

Truthfully I'm pulling for you Raspy and would prefer being the boyz in blue.