Spence vs Dixon - The first year scenario

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DATELINE: TOWNSVILLE, AUSTRALIA - 22 December 1941
Ships of the RAN destroyed a Japanese invasion fleet off northern New Guinea today after a handful Japanese soldiers landed near the thatched hut village of Buna. None of the Australian ships were damaged and no sailors were injured.

DATELINE: BATAVIA, JAVA, NEI - 22 December 1941
ABDA Command today announced that a large Japanese cruiser or battleship was severely damaged by Allied aircraft today in the Banda Sea. Enemy air attacks on Allied ships in the region were repulsed with heavy losses to the Japanese.

DATELINE: CHUNGKING - 22 December 1941
The government announced today that Japanese forces advancing on Ichang were repulsed and driven back in headlong retreat by government forces today. Heavy fighting also took place near Kaifeng where two enemy attacks were beaten back with heavy losses to the Japanese.

[Mike Dixon]

4th Fleet communique 23th December 1941

Today Lunga has joyfully received several battalions of Japanese troops. A six hundred mile exclusion zone has been declared around the island. Several squadrons of torpedo bombers are on hand, to deter Australian or U.S. aggression.

[Mike Dixon]

4th Fleet Air operations, 24th December 1941

A large enemy surface fleet was attacked by our glorious bombers from Rabual. Many hits were observed and the Australian Heavy cruiser Canbera is believed to be sinking.

[Mike Dixon]

11th Army - China - Kaifeng report

Today the irregular Communist and Nationalist forces of Chiang Kai-shek and Mao were routed at Kaifeng. Tens of thousand of prisoners were taken, for minimal Imperial losses. Below is a photograph of General Anami, 11th Army, discussing further advances in China.

[Mike Dixon]

Southern Army Naval Aviation HQ

In the South China sea near Palembang, a large fleet of Dutch cruisers was attacked by our Nell's and Betty's. The De Ruyter and Java were confirmed sunk and many others damaged. All aircraft returned safely.

In a seperate development, Jolo was released from American colonial oppression.

Nell's on patrol, South China Sea:-

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Dateline Pearl Harbor - 26 December, 1941
Admiral Nimitz announced today that American forces had successfully attacked the Japanese base at Kwajalein in the Marshall Island Group. Many enemy ships were sunk and severely damaged. Navy losses were negligible.

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Dateline Batavia: 26 December, 1941
ABDA Command announced today the loss of the cruiser Java and destroyer Evertsen to Japanese bombing attack. Several enemy aircraft were brought down in the attacks on the ships.
In other action Allied flyers scored several bomb hits on a battleship of the Kongo class. All Allied aircraft returned safely to base.

Dateline Singapore: 26 December, 1941
British headquarters reported today that enemy troops have captured Georgetown in the North. The small garrision was overwhelmed after holding off the Japanese for more than a week. Allied units continue their withdrawal towards the city. Rear guards are contesting every foot of ground gained by the enemy and making him pay dearly.
Malaya Air Force headquarters announced that an enemy supply ship was sunk near Khota Bharu. Several enemy aircraft which tried to interfere with our bombers were destroyed by the escorting fighters.

[Mike Dixon]

Update from Southern Army 26th December 1941

The liberation of Malaya is proceeding smoothly. Georgetown surrendered today and our Imperial forces are closing in on Johore Bahru, the last defensive position before Singapore. Reports of wild flight and mutiny are coming in from enemy radio transmissions. Australian troops are believed to be hijacking vessels in an attempt to leave the doomed colony. Large numbers of Indian troops are joining their Asian brothers in freeing Malaya from their occupiers.

Meanwhile in Dutch Borneo, Singkawang has fallen and now our Naval/Army air forces can reach Batavia. Wild scence of jubilation are greeting our troops from the Borneo inhabitants.

Below is a photograph of the 5th Infantry division, landing in Malaya on 8th December 1941.

[Mike Dixon]

Southern Army HQ update 27th December

Light engineering elements took Kuantan today. The city had been abandoned in a state of panic by colonial troops. A large air raid of Singapore was conducted, many enemy planes were destroyed, including Warhawks, Tomahawks, Hurricanes and Hudson I's. Over fifty planes were destroyed. It is believed that the enemy will abandon the airfield in due course.

In Burma, Moulmein has fallen and liberation of Rangoon is immenient.

Southern Army troops have landed at Kendari after escorting ships and carriers defeated a large U.S. and British Naval force. The CL Boise was sunk whilst fleeing to Timor.

Attached is a photograph of 5th Divsion troops advancing towards Singapore.

[Mike Dixon]

General Yamashita has visited the front today:-

[Roger Neilson]

No work to do today Mike?

Roger

[Mike Dixon]

Alas too much work and not enough time.

Its gonna get worse when the grass need cutting and all.

[Mike Dixon]

Southern Army HQ

Further gains today include Kendari, Toboali and Gili Gili. Singapore was bombed again, although only damaged aircraft appeared to be present at the airfield. Chinese renegades were pushed back from Canton, it is believed Hong Kong will be liberated soon.

Below is a previously unreleased image of our December 7th to 9th Pearl harbour attack.

[Mike Dixon]

Southern Army HQ Update 29th and 30th December 1941

At least a division of Americans surrendered at Legaspi in the Phillipines on the 29th December. Many troops were without guns or ammunition. Atrocities have been commited on the indigenous Philippino population, who greeted the Emperors soldiers with unbridled joy.

On the 30th of December, further gains were made in Hong Kong.

Our photo today is another unpublished image of Pearl Harbour under attack.

[Mike Dixon]

Southern Army HQ Update 31st December 1941

On the last day in 1941 Jessletown, in British Borneo, was taken.

The Emperor delivered a hand written message to be forwarded by the Daihonei to the greater Japanese people, promising further liberations of colonial ridden Asia in the New Year.

Below are Zero's being sent of by ground crew, somewhere in Formosa

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DATELINE SINGAPORE: 3 Jan 1942
Headquarters announced today that the Crown Colony of Hong Kong has fallen to the Japanese. The gallant defense serves as an inspiration to all Empire troops. Rear guards today crossed onto the island in good order after heavy enemy attacks by elements of 4 divisions made inroads into the defense of Johore Bharu. Fortress Singapore remains confident that should the enemy attempt to cross the straits they will be given a proper bloody nose.

DATELINE PEARL HARBOR:
A second surprise raid was launched against the enemy base of Kwajalein today.
Many port installations were damaged and a large tanker sunk. A large Japanese Minelayer, the Tsugaru, was also attacked nearby and sunk. American aircraft also raided the enemy base at Wotje. Friendly losses were again negligible.




HIJMS Tsugaru takes the fatal hit.

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The Navy Department has released this photo of a Japanese Tanker burning and sinking in the lagoon of Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands. Kwajalein is a major Japanese base but has been bombed twice since the beginning of the war by our Navy. Numerous enemy ships have been sunk. A Navy spokeman said, "This is just the beginning. When we're done with them they won't be able to float a cake of soap in a bathtub without our permission".

[Mike Dixon]

Jan 1st situation report

A Southern Army unit began landing at Port Moresby

Johore Bahru was captured by our Malayan force - many thousands of Australian troops were seen fleeing onto Singapore Island. Widespread rioting is believed to be occuring in the British colony. Enemy combatants are being reported to hijacking any means of transport to flee the colony.

Pontianak in Borneo fell after feeble Dutch resistance. Thousands of prisoners were captured.

In Burma, Japanese army troops have burst out of their bridgehead and are marching on Rangoon. Many Indian troops have joined the Emperor to kick out the British colonial oppressors.

Todays photograph shows a Zero being camouflaged at Rabaul airbase.

[Mike Dixon]

Daihonei situation report 2nd January 1942

Several strategic locations were taken today. In Borneo, Tarakan has been liberated from the Dutch. Vast quantities of stockpilied fuel and supplies have been unearthed. The Japanese soldiers have been warmly welcomed by their fellow Asians.

In China, after a furious air assault, Hong Kong has surrendered. Many thousands of British and Canadians have been apprehended. Japanese officials are investigating war crimes committed on the Island and surrounding Kowloon districts. Renegade units are still holding out but are being offered fair treatment upon unconditional surrender.

Below is a photograph of the final few hours in Hong Kong island.

[Mike Dixon]

A copy of the British surrender note to all colonial troops in Hong Kong.

All renegade hold outs will be treated harshly.