NationStates Jolt Archive


Mexican Civil War (e20 1900-2000)

Yuwait
29-08-2005, 19:32
Pancho watched the men run back from the railway line and motioned for them to lie down in the undergrowth. The charges had been set just in time, already the hoot of a steam engine could be heard faintly in the distance. A few minutes later the huge train could be seen steadily moving towards the men’s position. “On my signal” whispered Pancho, the anticipation showing in his voice. Now that the train was only 100 metres away, Pancho raised his arm above his head brought it down quickly, at this signal, someone pushed down the plunger and a deafening explosion rang out across the valley, quickly followed by the terrible screeching of the trains brakes as it plunged off the tracks into the river…

Northern Rebellion Leaves Hundreds Dead

The Northern provinces have now risen up in open rebellion against the government, led by the elusive Pancho Villa. In total three regions have declared their intention to bring down President Diaz and his regime. To date Sonora, Baja California Norte and Baja California Sur have risen against the President. Pancho’s guerrilla campaign against government forces has so far been successful, the army being unable to bring him to open battle. Fierce fighting has broken out in Mexicali and Los Mochis, and a number of foreign nationals are thought to have been killed.

Farmers Join Rebel Cause

As well as the northern campaign, many farmers to the south of the country have also risen up against the government, seeing this as the perfect opportunity to reclaim their ancestral lands. These lands have recently been confiscated by the government and set aside for industry. However at the moment these rebels are suffering at the hands of the government, as they do not have access to modern weapons. However what they lack in arms they make up in brutality, as only yesterday a number of farmers hanged the governor of Chiapas province along with his whole family.

Jalisco Province Rises After Second Riot

Only last year the Mexico City Times reported the horrific riots In Guadalajara, where many innocent civilians were massacred. However the government’s use of violence has not stopped more protests. Again a crowd had gathered in the city centre, however this time they were intent on causing as much trouble as possible, and many had brought weapons. As the army began to force people back to their homes a shot was fired into the crowd. As soon as this had happened the protesters turned on the soldiers, who were forced to retreat.

President Issues Speech

“Loyal people of Mexico, I come to you with grievous news, over the last weeks, a number of treacherous provinces have risen up in rebellion against the good people of our fair country.”

“The rebels have already slaughtered countless people, I ask that you, the people of Mexico join with me in a promise to not cease fighting until every one of these traitors have been sent to the grave. To the international community, I say that this is Mexico’s, problem, and it shall be dealt with by Mexicans. Any foreign army that sets foot on Mexican ground will be treated as invaders.”

However the leader of Mexico’s fledgling Liberal party, Francisco Madero Gonzales, has asked for “Any country that values freedom to please be prepared to send us aid”

The current situation: Loyal provinces are shown in pink whilst rebel ones are coloured yellow.

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Of the council of clan
29-08-2005, 20:23
IC: A minister from Japan in Washington D.C. approaches the US Secretary of State and suggests that if the United States would like to support Mexican Independence through a different party that Japan would gladly supply arms and money, and anything that Mexico would need. And if America has supplies to send itself that the Japanese Merchant Marine is up to the task.
Jensai
30-08-2005, 01:13
The French have contacted both sides of the conflict and are offering to sell them surplus weapons left over from the Great War, including the fast-firing French 75mm.
Malkyer
30-08-2005, 01:32
Provided the Mexicans (rebel or government, we don't care) have the gold, there are two fresh South African mercenary Kommandos for hire here (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?p=9543240#post9543240).
Manarth
30-08-2005, 03:47
Argentina watches with interest.
Galveston Bay
30-08-2005, 04:21
IC: A minister from Japan in Washington D.C. approaches the US Secretary of State and suggests that if the United States would like to support Mexican Independence through a different party that Japan would gladly supply arms and money, and anything that Mexico would need. And if America has supplies to send itself that the Japanese Merchant Marine is up to the task.

the US privately informs the Japanese government that steps have taken to deal with the situation that does not violate the Pan American Treaty
Gintonpar
30-08-2005, 09:30
The French have contacted both sides of the conflict and are offering to sell them surplus weapons left over from the Great War, including the fast-firing French 75mm.

Brazil is extremely interested in aqquiring both the weapons and a military training agreement with France. If France agrees to train and equip our army to Western standards, hopefully with the co-operation of Germany, whom I have already approached, then Brazil will half tarriffs on French coal, iron and steel, and will enter into lucrative contracts for the re-equipping of Brazils own army.
Gintonpar
30-08-2005, 09:36
Brazil for the moment is willing to aqquire 150 of the fast firing 75mm weapons for use in mountain and jungle warfare.
Yuwait
30-08-2005, 09:39
Rebels
The Mexican rebel cause welcomes all aid, We also appreciate the French offer of modern weapons, which we will duly buy.

Loyalists
The government of President Diaz thanks the french for their offer of weapons, and feels that after a decade of military cutbacks modern weapons would be useful. Also we would like to inform South Africa that we wish to hire the 10th Kommando.
Gintonpar
30-08-2005, 10:12
Rebels
The Mexican rebel cause welcomes all aid, We also appreciate the French offer of modern weapons, which we will duly buy.

Loyalists
The government of President Diaz thanks the french for their offer of weapons, and feels that after a decade of military cutbacks modern weapons would be useful. Also we would like to inform South Africa that we wish to hire the 10th Kommando.

OOC: sorry, lol I applied to hire both of the other Kommando's on the Kommando thread four minutes before you posted your request. sorry. I mean, he might rather work for you but I did ask first. Oh well. nvm.
Yuwait
30-08-2005, 10:18
ooc: no problem, you have them :)
Yuwait
30-08-2005, 11:22
A hidden HQ to the north

Pancho looked on in interest as one of his men forced the lid of a crate open, “What is it?” he asked, a hint of excitement in his voice. “My god…” came the whispered reply. Pancho jogged over to the crate and looked inside, then, speechless, he turned to the rest of his men with a huge smile on his face.

The men stood around the warehouse fingering the fine craftsmanship of their new weapons, others were busy opening the other crates, of which there were a great many. “Ammunition boss, tonnes of it” Said a huge man with a dark scar running the length of his face, Pancho’s second in command. “Good” replied the Bandito leader, “Well, what are we waiting for, lets go test these babies out”…

A small town, Chihuahua province

Captain Fernandez reviewed his men with pride, his unit was the best-trained force in northern Mexico, he had made sure of that. Now news came from Mexico City that a notorious bandit was operating in his area of command. He could sense the opportunity for promotion, and wondered at the glory he would bask in if he managed to capture Pancho Villa. Slowly, carefully, he began to make his plans...

Southern Rising Gathers Pace

The uprising of farmers to the south of Mexico has spread to other regions, Yucatan and Campeche, as well as Villahermosa have risen up, uniting behind the leadership of the peasant leader, Emiliano Zapata, had recruited thousands of hacienda labourers and landless peasants to attack the haciendas and reclaim lost lands. The reason for this recent success seems to be the acquirement of modern weapons for the rebel cause, however when we asked the rebels about this they declined to tell us from where they had received them.

Battle of Guadalajara

Governmental forces have won the first pitched battle of the war. After a two-week siege of Guadalajara, the 5th Brigade under Colonel Amos stormed the city. Bitter fighting erupted as the rebels valiantly gave their lives for every street. However the loyalist numbers soon began to tell, and a group of about 50 rebels barricaded themselves in the town’s barracks. They fought to the last round and the last man. Predicted casualties are 1,000 loyalists dead and 475 rebels dead.

Tamaulipas Joins Revolution

The governor of Tamaulipas has diverted all his troops to the rebel cause, when asked why he said, “For too long our country has been ruled unfairly, it is time we saw some real democracy”. President Diaz has issued a warrant for the arrest and execution of the governor adding, “This treachery will long live in the memory of our loyal citizens”.

Current situation: http://img394.imageshack.us/my.php?image=2ndmonth9gn.gif
Yuwait
30-08-2005, 19:58
Pancho tipped the wide brim of his sombrero forwards, blocking out the suns hot rays. He turned in his saddle to watch the rest of his men gallop up to him. "Pancho, you sure about a frontal attack? Maybe we should wait till dark" ventured a young sargeant. "I think not" replyed Pancho with a sly grin "This way scares them a lot more". As the rest of the Banditos regrouped, Pancho motioned for them to be quiet, then, drawing a long sabre he signalled the attack.

Utter slaughter followed. As the Banditos gathered momentum a shout rang out, followed by a loud chatter as a dozen machine guns opened up simultaneously. Pancho swore as his horse fell and he was thrown to the ground. Gallantly his men charged on, but to no avail. He glimpsed his second in command shot through the arm, the mexican tricolour he carried slowly staining with blood. Panco attempted to stand up, but found it impossible. Then, silently, he drifted into unconsciousness.

He woke painfully, and was shocked to feel the cold texture of metal against his wrists. He realised with a start that he was moving, and, as his eyes became accustomed to the dark, saw that he was in a cart. He wondered what was going on, then fell back to sleep.

He would never awaken, dispatched personally by a certain Captain Merendez with a bayonet through the heart.