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Sink the Alexander

Phyrric
05-02-2004, 20:30
**Urgent message from the Government of Phyrric**

At 0900, the Battleship Guided Missile 100 Alexander the Great, under the command of Admiral Antiachus, has opened fire upon the CVN 92 PRN Cumae during routine drill exercises in the ocean.

It is reported that a full broadside was turned to the Carrier. In a sudden flash of flame, shells were heard penetrating the hull some 70 miles away. The reasons for this conflict is unknown as to the communications with the 1st fleet has been deemed unavailable.

0905, due to heavy damage to the Cumae, the Carrier has been scuttled and abandoned ship was ordered. The estimated loss of life was 4,768 men.
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News flash
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Admiral Antiachus has demanded the surrender of the current government in Phyrric. The terms are unconditional and no demands are received. The government of Phyrric has ordered a full mobilization of the Navy to seek and destroy the Alexander the Great; however, no Naval units have responded or deployed.
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1045 hours, the Battle Station Epirus I had commenced orbital bombardment of factions loyal to the Phyrrhus. Corcyra AFB has been laid waste and is declared a total loss.
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Anarchy has hit the streets as news hit the airwaves and screens throughout Phyrric. The colonies on Moon and Io have declared independence, the status of Mars has yet to be determined.

The state of the Nation is deemed hostile and advise all foreign personnel to evacuate the Nation of Phyrric immediately. The government of Phyrric can no longer guarantee their safety and security.

OOC: The Alexander is a modified Montana class Battleship.

for reference: http://www.nationstates.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=110963&start=0&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=

No space tech please