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BlackCrown said:
The United Isle of Hispaniola
February 28, 1866​
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Gregorio Luperon, First President of Hispaniola ​
As the Hispaniola Revolutionary War continues to escalate on the isle, the former governments of Haiti and the Dominican Republic, as well as rebel leaders, convened in early February, resulting in the Conference of Port-Au-Prince. With the rebels stoking the hearts of the governments, the former nations realized that only a unified isle could fight off the imperialist Spanish. For the next two weeks, the conference discussed the powers and responsibilities of this new nation, as well as how to deal with the foreign invaders. With both sides wishing to maintain independence, a government based on the United States formed. Both Haiti and the Dominican Republic would maintain quasi-independence as states within the new nation, with the citizens of the state electing a governor and cabinet. Both states would be ruled over, however, under the democratically elected President of Hispaniola, who would be granted emergency powers for the rest of the conflict. The federal government would maintain foreign policy, tariffs, and the military, while the states controlled taxes, education, and infrastructure. On February 28, the now joint governments once more declared their independence as The United Isle of Hispaniola, with the revolutionary leader Gregorio Luperon elected the president of the new nation. Created largely out of emergency, it remains to be seen if the new government will even survive the war, much less afterward. The nation now seeks much needed recognition and support from the European and American powers.
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The United States of America recognizes the United Isle of Hispaniola as a sovereign and legitimate state.
- William H. Seward
Secretary of State
 
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Mustafa Âli Pasha
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The sun is rising and light fills even the narrowest streets of Istanbul. Muslim citizens of the Ottoman capital have just finished their prayers. Just like Mustafa Âli Pasha.

Mustafa is in a hurry. He has to meet the greatest person of the whole Empire, Sultan Abdülaziz I, today. Luckily the Dolmabahçe Palace, home of the glorious Sultan, isn't that far away from Mustafa's own residence. Mustafa is carrying many papers and documents with him, as usual. With his fast pace, he accidentally stumbles and drops half of the papers, scattering them all over the road. An elderly man standing nearby comes to offer help but Mustafa declines. The papers are not meant for ordinary people to see. Mustafa hastily gathers all of his stuff and thanks the stranger for helping. Then he continues with his travel, leaving the old man behind smirking. "People are always so busy" the elderly says out loud. He doesn't know that the man he just saw is an Ottoman statesman.

Mustafa Âli Pasha, Pasha meaning an officer of high rank, is a rather new face in the Ottoman court. He had become the Ottoman ambassador to France at the start of the year 1864, thanks to his excellent skills in both French and diplomacy. There are not many in the Turkish court that dislikes him as he is not only a good speaker, but all in all a very charming person. He is only 36 years old, which isn't that much for an ambassador.

The reason why Sultan Abdülaziz wants to meet Mustafa is quite clear to everyone involved in the happenings of the Sublime Porte. Sultan has only heard good about Mustafa, and so His Greatness probably wants to send him to the soon-to-be hold conference. It is very understandable why Mustafa is little nervous. If things go well in the conference, the Sultan will surely be happy and the court will praise him. Maybe he could even become one of the first Elected-Viziers... But if he screws things up in Paris, Mustafa's career might easily end there.

Finally Mustafa arrives at the Dolmabahçe Palace. He is let in by one of the door keepers, Kapıcı. In the main hall, he is greeted by the chief doorkeeper, whose job is to escort important guests to the Sultan. The chief doorkeeper tells Mustafa to follow him. The two men silently walk for several minutes in the grand aisles of the Palace. Everything is so gorgeous, Mustafa would love to live in a place like it. At last the two men stop at a large double door. Two Kapıcıs besides the door opens it when they see the chief doorkeeper. He tells Mustafa to wait and goes in. He is making sure the Sultan is ready to meet Mustafa. Soon the chief doorkeeper is back, telling the guest to follow him. Mustafa walks in the enormous room and the door behind him is closed.

There he is, the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, Abdülaziz I. Mustafa humbly greets the Sultan with saying "Peace be upon you, great Sultan. It is an honour to be here." Abdülaziz responds with "and upon you, peace." He thinks a little bit before continuing: "You're just on time Mustafa Âli Pasha. Do you know why I have summoned you?" And Mustafa knows. He answers: "Does it have something to do with the coming conference in Paris, Your Greatness?" Abdülaziz smirks: "I knew you'd guess right. Indeed, that's why you're here. Who do you recommend I should send to Paris?"

Mustafa is surprised with the question. He was so sure he'd be the one going. He tries not to show his surprise and answers: "I think the current Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mehmed Emin Âli Pasha, is excellent in diplomacy, Your Grace." Abdülaziz smirks once again: "Mehmed Emin Âli Pasha is currently occupied with the upcoming elections. He can't be send to Paris. In reality, I already had someone in my mind. Would you, Ottoman Ambassador to France, be interested in representing the Ottoman Empire in the conference of Paris?"

Mustafa is now even more surprised. Had the Sultan just tricked him? After a short silence, Mustafa replies: "If that is what you wish, O' Great Sultan. I can more than gladly represent the Ottoman Empire in the meeting." Sultan is happy that Mustafa accepts the proposal, and finishes the appointment by saying: "I hereby appoint you, Mustafa Âli Pasha, Ottoman Ambassador to France, as the representative of me, the Sultan Abdülaziz I, and my nation, the Ottoman Empire, in the upcoming conference of Paris. You're dismissed."

"I will represent Your Highness and the whole Empire with pride. Peace be upon you."

"And upon you, peace."
 
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A Public Letter from the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire​

Sultan Abdülaziz I of the great Ottoman Empire is ready for the conference,
he only wonders when it will be held.
Glorious Sultan hopes the conference is not cancelled,
as that would be a shame.

The Great Sultan also wants to give a second statement with this very same letter.
Following United States of America's great example,
the Ottoman Empire will also recognise the United Isle of Hispaniola as an independent nation.

-Signed by
Abdülaziz I, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, Caliph of Islam, Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques​
 
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It is His Majesty Wilhelm’s pleasure to announce that Prussia is to participate in the proposed French Conference. Though all of Germany thanks His Imperial Majesty Napoleon III for his attempts to find a peaceful solution, we are worried that this could lead to the International Community running our states, rather than the proper authorities. We also wish to warn that if an unacceptable conclusion is reached, war is not off the table, for both fair Prussia and Austria. - Foreign Minister Otto Von Bismarck



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Both His Majesty and Parliament express worry for the happenings of Continental Europe, and as such wish to participate in the upcoming French Conference. It is the wish of His Majesty and all of the United Kingdom for a peaceful solution to be reached, and we shall see its result enforced.
-Secretary of State Foreign Affairs, George Villiers, 4th Earl of Clarendon​
 
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Empire Français
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As we are all patently aware, we have presently gathered here in Paris to discuss the matter of Holstein, and the future stability of the Germanies, and indeed, of Europe. His Imperial Majesty, desirous as he is of continued peace, is gladdened to see the entirety of Europe stood side-by-side for the preservation of that peace.

His Imperial Majesty believes that the right and proper course of this congress should focus on two key aspects: the causes of the strife, that is to say, what each party – Prussian and Austrian – desires from Holstein, and two, their ideal solution to this present conundrum. As such, since this hinges upon clarity and good faith, His Imperial Majesty believes that the German powers should state their intentions and prospective solutions to this present matter before any other power interjects.

Should neither party’s proposal be deemed adequate, we shall then move on to various other suggestions – including one from His Imperial Majesty Himself – which might best rectify the matter in a peaceable fashion.

I therefore, on behalf of His Imperial Majesty, yield the floor to the Austrian delegate so that he may speak his peace; following him shall go the Prussians, and from thereon we may begin a proper and free discussion. It is in us, gentlemen, the sacred duty to preserve peace and fidelity amongst ourselves, now rests.

~ Édouard Drouyn de Lhuys, Minister of Foreign Affairs for the French Empire


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I thank His Majesty for allowing me to speak first. Now, gentleman, as you all know, we were gathered here to decide who will administer the region of Schleswig-Holstein and preserve both the German Confederation and the very peace and balance of power which holds Europe together. These are items which the recent actions of Prussia have seeked to threaten. While we recognize all members of the Confederation’s right to self rule, we must admit worry at Prussia’s attempts to secure military alliances, an action only suited for an expected war, and their increasing militarization and mobilization as of late. As such, we would like to lay out a few harsh, but needed, demands from the Kingdom.

  1. The Kingdom of Prussia, henceforth Prussia, is to be forbidden from setting foreign policy, alliances, or trades with any member outside the Confederation, without permission from the President of the German Confederation, and a majority approval of a diet of member states.
  2. Prussia recognizes Austrian hegemony over all member states of the Confederation and seizes attempts to bring them under its own sphere of influence.
  3. The mobilization of any Prussian forces requires express permission from the President of the German Confederation, unless expressly in a defensive war with a foreign power.
  4. In order to see peace kept inside the Confederation, troops of the Austrian Empire, henceforth Austria, shall be allowed to garrison themselves at key points of strategic interest in Prussian territory.
  5. Schleswig-Holstein shall be administered as an independent Kingdom within the administration led by a king appointed by a diet of member states.
  6. Prussian violation of any of the above shall be responded to with a declaration of war from all parties present.
While we are willing to listen to any who wish to soften these demands, we are adamant in believing that this shall preserve the Confederation.
-Foreign Minister of the Austrian Empire,
Alexander von Mensdorff-Pouilly
(A Prussian Response will come later today)​
 
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Gentlemen, no matter what our fair Austrian delegate claims, I ask of you not to be deceived. Just look at this treaty, they say they recognize each states right to reign, yet lay such harsh demands upon one of its "members." Once, the German Confederation provided safety in Central Europe, but it can no longer serve its purpose. Austria does not simply wish to rule the Confederation, but rather all of its member states, without even the slightest hint of reparations, but instead with threats. They ask we give up the very rights which make Prussia a nation, and instead force us into being yet another Austrian puppet. No longer can we tolerate such injustice from such a leader, who seeks to destroy the very sanctity of which the Confederation was founded on. We in turn wish to provide our own points of interest in this conference.

1. The Kingdom of Prussia, henceforth, Prussia, is to incorporate the region of Schleswig-Holstein into its territory as an autonomous province.
2. The official dissolution of the inept and unneeded German Confederation
3. For the Austrian Empire to permanently withdraw its troops and influence from North German States.
4. Military protection from neighboring nations should Austria violate the terms of the Conference
5. In return for the terms above, Austria shall be reimbursed with $1,000,000 from the Prussian Treasury.

These terms are more than fair, especially when compared to the restrictive demands of Austria. I must also warn all gentleman here that, should you all agree to Austria's terms, I would rather fight than give up Prussia's right to selfgovern.
- Foreign Minister Otto Von Bismarck​
 
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BlackCrown said:
(Not much, the German Confederation is at the brink of collapse and France, ever an active participant in diplomacy, has called a conference of powers to peacefully resolve the issue. Feel free to start posting more, also @cpm4001 if you are unaware the game has begun.)
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OOC: I apologize; the forums for some reason decided to stop sending me notifications for this thread so I figured the game was dead. I'll have something posted tomorrow.
 
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Gentlemen, let us all calm down. Threats and unacceptable demands from either side will not lead to peace. Obviously both sides will have to sacrifice some of their demands for the greater good of peace and at the moment it looks more likely that a war will break out.
I know most likely Austria will point out that we have concluded a military alliance with Prussia and while it still stands, if a successful deal happens for both sides in this conference then there will be no need for the military alliance to pose a problem for any nation.
That is why I have come up with a compromise for this situation, while it may not be the best deal for your nation, it will be the best deal for Europe.
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  1. Schleswig-Holstein will be a free nation that will exist in the Prussian sphere of Influence.
  2. The Northern half of the German states will be seen as part of Prussia's sphere of influence, while the southern half will be seen as part of Austria's sphere of influence.
  3. A five year truce between Austria and Prussia and the various nations within their spheres of influence, depending on which side breaks the truce then the other signatory of the treaty will declare war on that nation.
  4. In return for the terms above, Austria shall be reimbursed with $500,000 from the Prussian Treasury.
I hope that all sides agree to this compromise so that peace in Europe will upheld.
-Foreign Minister Alfonso Ferroro La Marmora
 
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Partant pour la Syrie​

The proposal from our noble Italian counterpart is most reasonable, and one which His Imperial Majesty sees as a strong starting point for a fair and just resolution to this matter. That said, His Imperial Majesty wishes now that I present the French solution to this matter.

Holstein and Schleswig shall be united into a single, sovereign duchy, to be ruled by the Duke of Augustenburg.
The Duchy of Schleswig-Holstein shall join the Prussian zollverein.
The independence of the Duchy of Holstein shall be guaranteed by the French, Austrian, and Russian Empires, as well as the Danish and Prussian Kingdoms.
The Kingdom of Prussia shall reacknowledge the role of the Austrian Empire as the head of the German Confederation.
The Austrian Empire shall recognise the Prussian Kingdom as first-among-equals with the other members of the German Confederation.
The King of Prussia shall assume the position of Deputy-President of the German Confederation.
The Kingdom of Prussia and the Austrian Empire shall agree to a non-aggression pact lasting ten years, to be renewed in 1876 should both parties agree.
The Kingdom of Prussia and Austrian Empire further agree to jointly protect the sovereignty and security off all states within the German Confederation.​

Whilst in most matters akin to the Italian proposal, I believe this might be a fairer reflection of the Austrian Empire's position as hegemon of the Germanies and would keep the Confederation intact in a far more efficacious manner.

~ Édouard Drouyn de Lhuys, Minister of Foreign Affairs for the French Empire

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While both proposals by France and Italy seem reasonable at first, we must first discuss one item, for it is unreasonable for Austria to give up in its own powers. While we recognize Prussian claims of self autonomy, we can not agree to terms without knowing the full extent of their reach. What are the powers of the proposed Deputy President?

As for the terms regarding the recognition of North German states being under Prussian hegemony, we must express a worry that this will tear the Confederation apart. This is not a term we can agree to without much convincing.
-Foreign Minister of the Austrian Empire, Alexander von Mensdorff-Pouilly

OOC: Found a much smaller picture for the coat of arms, also, any player wishing to discuss more on the game can do so here https://discord.gg/mqpwAE8​
 
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Empire Français
Partant pour la Syrie​

As His Imperial Majesty presently envisions it, the post of Deputy-President would serve primarily as a mark of prestige notifying the Prussian position as the second power of the Germanies. Beyond that, the French government holds no particularly strong opinion on the duties and general role of the office, as His Imperial Majesty, as well as his government, conclude that such matters should be left to the member states of the German Confederation. As such, I can only remark that the position is largely an honorific, but will have the de facto power granted to it by the President, your most Honorable Emperor, or by the decisions of Confederation at large.

~ Édouard Drouyn de Lhuys, Minister of Foreign Affairs for the French Empire
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