GD1938 Game 27

[cpdeyoung]

6 March 1939

The USSR would like to invite the people of Lithuania to join our union. They will be welcomed by their Baltic sister soviets, and by the Russian and Finns who live on the shores of the Baltic.

The Turks were sorry to see the Bulgarians ally with Italy and have moved border defenses forces to improve security at the straits.

[cpdeyoung]

3 April 1939

The USSR continues to pursue the peaceful activities as laid out in our Five Year Plan. This plan is formulated to bring well being and strength to the motherland.

[LJBurstyn]

Japanese forces continue our war against the Chinese killers. Advances are slow and costly in lives on both sides. But at least now we are getting more supplies so that we can continue the campaign.

[lion_of_judah]

France is holding her own for now, but is wondering where the British are. Yes Britain has attack German forces with her airforce, but what France needs are ground troops. The British Government was aghast at how quickly her fleet was reduced severely by German ships and subs. Now an argument is brewing in the House of Commons on what to do next, there is even calls for a ceasefire but so far Churchill has fought off all attempts at this.

[cpdeyoung]

1 May 1939

The Soviet Union enjoys peace, and wishes all a Happy May Day!

[LJBurstyn]

More Chinese-Japanese conflict but no real news.

[cpdeyoung]

29 May 1939

The Soviet Union continues to improve infrastructure as we form more mechanized combined arms formations.

[cpdeyoung]

26 June 1939

The USSR has converted to a more flexible structure for mechanized forces. As these mechanized armies mature the older equipment will be sent in to stiffen infantry formations. Our intention is to have nothing but first line units in the tank corps.

We are pleased with the progress made since the change of leadership.

[lion_of_judah]

The RAF destroyed a German HQ unit in hopes of helping the French. British ground forces have now entered the conflict on the European mainland. The Royal navy in the Atlantic is in shambles

[cpdeyoung]

24 July 1939

The USSR is pleased to be at peace, but the period of negotiated quiet with Germany, and Italy, is coming to an end.

This does not mean a certain war, but we will be watching the Axis very closely.

[lion_of_judah]

The French are pretty much done for in France. Now they pin their hopes on North Africa. As for the British in France, the plan is too hold Brest at all costs and hammer the Germans with air power as it appears I'm uncontested in the Air.

[cpdeyoung]

21 August 1939

The Germans and Italians continue to build up on the borders of the Soviet Union. We do not think this has to be a precursor to an attack, but we are well aware it might be. The Red Army has not been resting and our defenses are in good order. The Soviet Economy is recovered from the neglect of the earlier days and its vigor can be harnessed to war making if necessary.

The Soviet Union wants its friends, and potential enemies, to know we are awake. We will be steadfast in defense of the Motherland, home of the peoples hope for a better future.

[LJBurstyn]

Not much happening between China and Japan. China definitely turned down our request for a new world view so we will continue fighting....capturing one small area (Hex) at a time means a very LONG war.

[lion_of_judah]

France is still on the ropes, but hopefully there is hope in North Africa. The RAF scored another victory against the Luftwaffe during our bombing raid on Lillie. British forces continue to hold in Brest but for how long. So far the RAF rule the skies!

[cpdeyoung]

18 September 1939

The Soviet Union continues to prepare for a possible conflict with Germany. Three of their "panzer divisions" are on our border in Bialystok. The Soviet does not have a division like these, but we do have "tank corps" and we do not consider ours a defensive asset. We suspect that the Germans think of their armor as an offensive asset also, which means we do not see their presence as a desirable change.

The Comintern deeply regrets the German takeover in Spain.

[LJBurstyn]

The war between China and Japan proceeds very slowly. One hex (read small area) at a time.

[lordlau1]

Sept 1939

The Reich would like to assure the Russian's that the appearance of the Panzer Corps is just to secure the city. There are no offensive intentions.

[cpdeyoung]

16 October 1939

The Soviet Union continues to bring the armed forces to a state of readiness. We are looking forward to 1941 and some new aircraft we have nearing production. The Luftwaffe has a technical edge on us and we need to bring our aircraft up to snuff.

We are more confident on the ground where our mechanized formations are filling out.

[LJBurstyn]

Japan and China seem to be in a stalemate. If either side gets aid they will win. It does not look good for the Japanese. As everyone seems to hate them.

[cpdeyoung]

11 December 1939

The Soviet Union continues to prepare. If the Fascists come we have not wasted our time.