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April 14th

As expected the naval task force led by the Battleship Gustav V has arrived in Atlantis to refuel, and equip for Neutrality patrols in the South Atlantic.
All members of the ships crews have been granted limited shore leave prior to them sailing for South Georgia, and duties protecting the Interests of the Kingdom in the South Atlantic.

April 15th

The Naval task force has sailed from Cletio Harbour, and has turned toward the South Atlantic.

April 17th

The King has called for sense in the situation between Poland and Lithuania. In a statement broadcast on National Radio, he registered his distaste at the thought of war in the Baltic, and warned both the Poles, and the Lithuanians to keep themselves from shedding blood.

April 28th

The News that the forces of the South African Empire are being forced back in South America has been met with great dismay in Nordmark. Some anti Argentine groups have been calling for a declaration of war against Argentina, but most people are happy to accept that the Government opinion that this war is a matter of honour for the South Africans, and so we should not give direct military aid.

May 6th

The King has sent a letter of congratulations to the British Prime Minister, Stanley Baldwin and his Conservative party on winning the British General Election, and has expressed his hopes for improved relations with friends across the North Sea.

June 8th

The announcement that the British Foreign Minister, Sir Samuel Hoare intends to visit several European nations, including Nordmark this summer, has been welcomed enthusastically by Government officials, with there being an increased amount of activity between the Foreign Office, the Palace, and the German Embassy.

Marinkuriren 18th June 1935

The Nordish Government has made a following statement concerning the worsening situation between Poland & Lithuania:-

"We are appalled that these two nations seem bound for war, with Poland, a nation whose existance, and access to the sea is the result of peace. We call for Peace and sanity to prevail in this situation, and offer the Royal Palace on the Island of Aland as a place of mediation between the 2 powers."


Marinkuriren 19th June

Latter today, the Lithuanian Ship, LNS President Smetona will arrive in Stockholm harbour, carrying a diplomatic mission from Lithuania for talks with German officials on neutral ground. The King left Karlskrona late last night by train, and is said to be preparing to meet his accomodate his guests at the Royal Palace in Stockholm.
The LNS President Smetona is being given protection by 4 torpedo boats from the 3rd TB flotilla, attached to the Baltic fleet at Aland.

In other news, the 4th Battle Squadron, and other units of the Baltic Fleet based at Karlskrona have been seen to be preparing to sail, with large identification markings being added to the turrets of the Battleships and Cruisers.

Large ID markings eh? Sounds like more ships bound for the South Atlantic.

Not the 4th Battle squadron!

June 25th

The Admiralty has just Announced that orders have been issued to Rear Admiral Eric Melin to sail for the Island of Gotland to cover the areas off the Lithuanian, and Polish Coasts.
The Force that is to sail to Gotland is reportedly to include:-

4th Battle Squadron
6th Cruiser Squadron
2nd Torpedo Boat Flotilla

July 8th

The King has made the following statement following a request from the Government of the unrecognisable Republic of Wilno, to come to a table of peace at the Royal Palace in Stockholm.

Quoted

Message from His Royal Highness, Carl Phillip, King of Nordmark:-

"It is of Great Relief that the Rebels in the Wilno regions of Lithuania have asked for mediation, and have called upon the Polish, German, and indeed my own Nordish Governments to carry out this mediation.

I call again on the Lithuanian Government to accept this offer to settle this conflict without further bloodshed, and pray that an agreement that is acceptable to all parties may be reached.

I again offer the services of my Navy to convey all the interested parties to Stockholm, though Both Germany and Poland are welcome to send their delegates either on a ship on their own Navy, or by Aircraft.

As a further starter to the talks, I propose that these talks start on the 18th of July in Stockholm, and I would ask that the Governments of the interested parties might make the Nordish Government aware of their travel arrangements

July 9th
Disgust has spread throughout the Kingdom today at the news from the far side of the Baltic that Poland has invaded Lithuania, confirming many peoples suspicisions that they were behind the initial Wilno Revolution.
The Government has called for Poland to withdraw their forces from Lithuanian Soil immediately, and has also called for caution from the Russian, Yugoslavian & Romanian Governments before they potentially rush into a continental war, and spill needless amounts of blood.

In other news, the Senior command of the Coastal Rangers has cancelled all leave in the Baltic districts in order to ensure the security of the Nordish Territories in that area.
The Units of the Baltic Fleet stationed off Gotland have been placed on increased alert, and there are rumours that the Admiralty is considering moving units of the Atlantic Fleet into the Baltic.

July 10th

The Admiralty has announced new disposals for the Fleet in the light of the invasion of Lithuania by Polish forces Yesterday.
On top of the deployment of units of the Baltic Fleet to Gotland to cover the Polish & Lithuanian Coasts, they have announced the transfer of the 3rd Battle Squadron to Karlskrona, along with 1st Cruiser Squadron & 4th Destroyer Flotilla.

July 11th

Late last Night, without prior announcement the empty troopships Hai, Laks, Admiral Sparre & Admiral Thygesen have sailed from Karlskrona, Escorted by 12th Escort Flotilla. The Admiralty has announced this morning, that they are heading for Rostock, where the Escorts will leave the troopships and return to Karlskrona.
The Troopships are going to be used to assist the German Military in transferring additional forces to East Prussia to increase security there during the present crisis.

July 15th
Coldmere

In a press release from the Palace today, the King is reported to have made a full recovery from the stroke he suffered earlier in the year, and is preparing to take up his state duties again.

In other news, the harbour authority has announced that the long eastern harbour wall is to be made wider and longer in order to allow it to be developed into a new runway to allow much larger aircraft to land in Coldmere.

August 1st
The Stockholm peace-talks have started, with all of the delegations arriving and the debating begun.

The King made the following statement about the talks:

"These talks are vital for the continuation of peace on, and around the Baltic. Peace and stability here can surely lead to a peaceful, and stable Europe, which in turn will lead to a peaceful World.

I call on all the delegations to make an effort in moving to a successful conclusion to these talks, and to conduct themselves in an honourable manner."

August 12th
Karlskrona

Having spent the winter in the South Atlantic, the Admiralty has announced today that the units of the Atlantic Fleet, despatched there to bolster the South Atlantic Squadron, will be recalled, and arrive home by the start of October.

The Admiralty Board has also announced that fleet exercises will take place in November, the nature of which will be announced nearer the time.

August 16th
Coldmere
King Harald collapsed yesterday afternoon with, having suffered another, larger stroke. His Daughter, Princess Bethanie has returned from her holiday on the Baltic, and has made it known that she intends to marry her fiance, Prince Gustav of Nordmark, while her father is still alive.

General Sikorski, and the Polish government send their regards to their Coldmere friends, and hope that the old king gets better.

Note it is Coldmere's King who is dying

August 17th

The Army has announced today that it has sent inspectors to visit the German Panzer Corp, and inspect the Panzer III's and IV's to examine the suitability of the hull for liscence production, fitted with a Nordish turret, and gun.

August 22nd
Coldmere

In a small, private ceremony today, Heiress to the throne of Coldmere, Princess Bethanie (Aged 30) married her fiance, Prince Gustav of Nordmark (Aged 31) Brother of Nordmark's King Carl XVI Philipp. Only 100 or so guests, including the ailing King of Coldmere, King Harald, and the King of Nordmark, King Carl XVI Philipp attended the ceremoney, though the happy couple were said to have had a great time.

The happy couple have been loaned the Nordish Royal yacht to spend their honeymoon in Nordish waters.

Gothia Works has presented a VIP configured Type 110 as a wedding gift to Her Highness Princess Bethanie

Continuing with a theme:


September 15th

Rumors have been circulating from the Admiralty that Herre Berg will be standing down as the 1st Sea Lord in the new year, as the first 4 year plan for the navy starts to be effected.


September 19th
Coldmere

EXTRA! EXTRA! EXTRA!

Coldmere is in mourning today as King Harald finally lost his fight with the illness that has plauged him for several years.
His successor & daughter, Queen Bethanie has led tributes to he father, and has also stated that she wishes to honour the traditions of Coldmere and be crowned at the end of August 1936.

The SAE sends condolences to the people of Coldmere and the Royal family. Hail Queen Bethanie!

You just had to name her after my ex-girlfriend, didn't you?

Bulgaria sends condolences/congratulations in the appropriate manner.

General Sikorski sends the condolences of the people of Poland to the people of Coldmere and the Royal family.

puts Romania cap on,

His majesty, King Carol of Romania, sends his most Royal condolences to the Royal Family of Coldmere, and the people of Coldmere in their time of grief. His Royal Majesty's Government in Bucharest also send their condolences on behalf of the people of Romania.

His Imperial Highness Koroush IV sends his sincere condolences to the the people of Coldmere and the royal family

Her Majesty, Queen Wilhelmina, sends her condolences and regrets to the people of Coldmere and the Royal family. Hail Queen Bethanie!

Atlantis sends its deepest condolences.

China sends its deepest condolences