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(this is in relation to this (http://forums2.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=358713&page=1) thread. Everything in that little western enclave is being claimed.
Mandatory note: I am not unified Sith, but he wanted this done, and I'm just filling it out for him. Were he online, he'd be doing the exact same thing. Of course, that sounds blatantly unbelievable. Nevertheless, it's the case.)

The Fuhrer was dismayed. His nation had enjoyed a brief period of growth, and had stagnated just as quickly. Something had to be done. A meeting was called between himself, and his most worthy generals. Unified Sith needed to grow, because a stagnant society was doomed.

The Fuhrer sat at the head of the table whilst his assorted heads of the respective armed forces filed in, followed by generals, admirals, etc.

The Fuhrer sat back, and spoke.

"You know why you are here. Unified Sith must expand. War for wars sake is a simplification. We are not going to war with whatever pitiful nations are chosen for no good reason. War with another, nameless nation is exactly what we need. Remote enough that we can concote whatever we need to say, whilst maintaining that they are a threat to us. This is what we need to maintain power unquestioned. Tactical viability is an extra. Suggestions?"

"Iceland."
"The Falklands."
"Tibet."
"China."
"West Africa."

"Interesting. Which one of the West African nations?" The Fuhrer said. So far, this was the only remotely sensible option so far.

"Well, sir, an individual West African nation would be no threat whatsoever. However, if we can convince the populace that they have formed some sort of coalition, against Unified Sith, or one of our allies, then we can justify it to the people."

"Indeed. As I recall, the only large cluster of unclaimed western African nations are clumped in the north west, surrounded by powerful neighbours. it would only be too obvious that they would consolidate their position like this."

"An ideal foe then, to expand with?" the Fuhrer asked.

"It seems the best choice. Tactically, as well, it seems well positioned." The general in charge of Unified Sith infantry forces commented.

"So. We are decided then. The west African nations unclaimed are to be brought under Sith rule. See to it."

The generals stood up and left the room, commencing preparation for the attack. It wasn't expected to be a long or difficult war.


(and you can put all that in Secret IC brackets.)

The Sith navy newly constructed since the rise of the Sithian Nazi party were pleased to begin this new and just war on the savages upon the dark continent. Five weeks ago the fuehrer had issued an order to begin the preparations of Operation “White Light” The naval armada consisting of over two hundred ships of all size and assortment continued on their designated course ever approaching the African coastline, the attack would begin at midnight.

The War room deep underneath the Reichstag was alive with activity, all the military generals were in the room along with the regular army of civilian advisors and experts who were for the most part under the control of the army and air-force.

The task force had just made it’s most recent broadcast requesting the all clear order for the first attack wave, if the initial assault was successful then more reinforcements and resources would be diverted for this campaign.

“So generals, what is the probability of this attack succeeding according to plan and loss parameters? Will we be maintaining our budget for this year or will you once again continue to ravage the public funds?”

General Markee took this insult a little to personally feeling compelled to respond to the Chancellors forked insults on the abilities of the armed services. “Our forces in the Atlantic will do their up most to insure the survival of all equipment and hardware however, WE will not sacrifice men for a single piece of equipment, be it an aircraft carrier or a tank the lives of our soldiers come first.”

“Yes but general you must realise, that Unified Sith can not afford this….”
A small private entered the room cutting off his superiors.
“Operation White Light has begun.”
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With that Large viewing screens descended from the room covering all four walls within the situation room. The Fuhrer absent from the room on this occasion because he was “predisposed” left the command of the operation to General Markee, who is more than adequate when it comes to the matters of warfare.

The images on the screen were those of hundreds of warplanes and troops transports all heading towards the poverty stricken nation of Sierra Leone, progress of the advancing forces were all being tracked and a speech for the Fuhrer was being drafted, there would most likely be some international outcry however Unified Sith would be able to provide much needed stability and safety to the region.

The initial attack began upon the capital Freetown with a mass bombardment from heavy bombers and infantry assaults. The naval warships within range also opened fire upon the coast dealing a critical blow to the nations already crippled infrastructure.
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General Markee stood up and moved towards the phone at the other end of the room. “I think gentleman its time we offered the nation to surrender.”

Nods of approval were issued from all present including the pessimistic chancellor.

Within Four hours of the initial combat Sierra Leone had surrendered and its coastal Capital had fallen.

Sith loses were very light, only twenty two infantry men had lost their lives in a result of friendly fire, however resistance would be met by rebels further into the nation.

The next morning the Fuhrer issued an address to the people extending across all Sithian Radio and Television frequencies.

“My people, today we wage a war of mercy, today we will bring those in the African continent out of the eternal darkness which they have descended into since the fall of the British Empire. Today we will bring all those starving and hungry necessary medical and food supplies to ease the pain of the neglected continent. But, how can we do this if we have no actual presence on the continent. My people I shall tell you the truth. Last night a large scale military offensive was carried out upon the stricken nation of Sierra Leone, combat lasted only four hours before a surrender request was issued from the nations government. Now we can continue our never ending strive to aid our fellow man.”

After the broadcast the Chancellor requested the presence of his generals to ask one important question. “So generals, when will phase two take place?”