MEXICO A.A.R.
"World War is imminent. This may be our chance to take back our lands in the United States"
With this prophetic declaration by the Minister of Armaments, I tasked the cabinet to prepare Mexico for the upcoming
conflict. After a thorough evaluation of Mexico's capabilities to wage war, the following facts came to light:
1) Mexico will need at least 4 years to industrialize and to develop the necessary technology to field a modern army
2) Mexico is rich in oil, coal, and steel. All resources needed are available.
With this information a strategy was devised:
1) Increase industrial capacity in all provinces. Tequila factories
are nice but won't churn out the needed manufactured goods
to wage war.
2) Continue electronics research to develop a computer to assist
with technological breakthroughs, without which it will be
impossible to gain a technological edge over our enemies.
3) Research ways to better equip and mobilize the army for war.
Navy and air force will be given low priority.
3) After modernization, begin with the conquest of Central America, bypassing U.S. controlled Panama and all European
colonies to avoid conflict with these powerful nations. Once this is done, a force will seize Panama then a large, mobile
army will invade the southern United States. The Mexican Army will march to Canada thus splitting the U.S. apart like a
rotten walnut. Army West will conquer its way to California, Army East will march on Washington, D.C. Sources in Germany
say England and France will not come to America's aid nor will they risk war in the western hemisphere. America's
isolationism will play right into Mexico's hands.
1936 to 1940
The first thing I do begin increasing industrial capacity in all provinces. I disband the hopelessly outdated air force which
couldn't fight off a flock of geese and is a drain on valuable resources as well. The single destroyer unit is assigned to
convoy escort. This will be needed to transfer resources from South America until Panama became ours. The two cavalry
divisions are also disbanded. Our armies will be using tanks, not horses. The farmers could better put them to use plowing
land to feed more troops. After these orders were issued, I sent all the scientists to a lab in Acapulco to research the
Cavity Magnetron. To my delight on January 3, 1937 the scientists successfully discovered this technology, leading to the
development of a Basic Electronic Mechanical Computer of which the first prototype came available in June. This allowed our
scientists to make computations faster thus leading to faster technological discoveries.
With the basic electronic research out of the way, I now turned to upgrading the army. It was terribly disorganized and
lacked all but the most basic weaponry and equipment. The scientists feverishly worked on the development of Basic Infantry
Weapons. Encirclement-Destruction Doctrine was introduced at the military academy for the first time. This was necessary in
order to teach the officers how to better organize the army to destroy the enemy. Our scientists and military thinkers
evolved the development of Motorized Warfare Doctrine which allowed for the creation of mechanized infantry. It was my goal
to mechanize the entire army. It's a long walk to Washington, DC.
For the next 4 years our scientists and engineers developed a basic service rifle, modern flamethrowers, and effective
landmines to help the infantry fight and defend itself. Lessons from The Great War proved that artillery was the King of
Battle and inflicted the most casualties on the enemy; therefore, artillery research was given priority. This allowed for the
development of a 30mm infantry gun which would give the infantry some much-needed backbone. The 30mm infantry gun showed
that, in open ground, could create a blast killing/crippling soldiers in a 3 meter (10 foot) radius and send shrapnel flying
for a further 20 meters causing more damage. Following a "bigger is better" policy, a 70mm infantry gun was developed to give
the army an even bigger punch. Further artillery research produced A 30mm tank gun which, when coupled with research in
welded armor, basic gear, engine, and suspension, and the light tank prototype, would lead to the creation of the 1st Mexican
Armored Division. My mouth watered as I envisioned our tanks rolling across Texas to the Alamo where we would hang the
governor of Texas by his red neck before rolling on to Washingon. Viva Santa Ana!
Limitations realized
Things were on their way. A Divisional Signal command system was set up to give the ground troops better functionality, and
improved half-track designs rolled off the drawing board. Factories began tooling up for their production. The only concern
was research. All resources were tied up in pre-war field testing which was taking longer than expected. Furthermore, the
rapid industrialization was draining the coal and steel reserves and production could not meet demand. Oil was desparately
traded on the market to bring in more coal and steel but it was not enough. The oil reserves began to drop to critical
levels. Something had to be done. Plans to grab Guatamala and its steel production began to be proposed to the cabinet.
Hitler lied!
In early 1940, America, despite Germany's assurance that America would not join in with the British and French, had shirked
isolationism and joined the war against the Teutons and their allies, Nationalist Spain. The American military would
certainly be ramping up to full military production and soon there would be no chance for Mexico to conquer. To make matters
worse, Venezuala had joined with the British so an invasion of South America would not be possible due to the heavy British
influence in the region. Only one hope remained: invade America, grab the oilfields and factories in Texas and Louisiana to
cripple American war industry, then make a dash for the capital to force America out of the war before Britain and France
could intervene. Plans were drawn up and the Mexican Ambassador was sent to Spain where an Alliance was formed with Germany
and Spain.
Summer, 1940
Mexico goes to war. The Army is composed of only 4 divisions: Capital Division, Division West, Division Centrale, and
Division East. Capital Division stays in the capital while the remaining three infantry divisions cross the Rio Grande and
march into the United States unopposed. Division West crosses the desert and takes Phoenix. The Americans in that city are
shocked and it proves difficult to convince them that the Mexican Army is not a horde of Hollywood actors re-enacting the
Spanish-American War but are the real thing. Division Centrale marches to Austin to the Alamo but the governor of Texas
flees to Dallas. Division Centrale is force-marched to Dallas only to find the governor has escaped to Oklahoma. In Tulsa it
was found that the governor had joined scattered forces that had not yet mobilized and all were on board a train to
rendezvous with troops from Colorado and Kansas. The Texas governor had personally taken charge of a National Guard unit of
Texan cavalry and was using an abandoned gold mine in Colorado as a bunker HQ. Meanwhile, Division East conquers Louisiana
and the "black gold" begins to flow into Mexico. Coal, oil, and steel reserves are now stabilized and the production of a
mechanized division with artillery support begins. Ambitious plans are drawn up to take the rubber plantations in western
Brazil and personnel are sent to America to begin assimilating captured American industry with that of Mexico. The Gringoes
are going to pay for their centruries of exploitation of Spanish land!
Still no opposition from the Americans so the Capital Division is ordered to Texas to form a rear-guard while Division West,
Division Centrale, and Division East seize more territory. This was going to be a quick war. Things are looking good.
Not so fast.
Who would have thought America would be saved by Kiwis! Before Division West can begin its march to California, a crack
division of New Zealanders who had apparently been undergoing desert training in California begin an assault from southern
California. While on its way to Denver, Division Centrale is assaulted by a unit of cavalry led by the Texas governor.
Division Centrale is caught off balance and has no time to dig in. Fierce fighting begins as Division Centrale hastily
prepares defenses around Denver urrounding to fight off the Texas cavalry. Division East is still unopposed so it is ordered
to Phoenix to help Division East defend itself in the desert against the Kiwis. Capital Division slowly makes its way to
Texas.
America Fights back.
A division that had been stationed in Massachussetts retakes Louisiana, northern Texas, and marches its way into Mexico.
Another American division arrives to reinforce the Texas cavalry and now Division Centrale is fighting for its life in the
Rockies. Captial Division is ordered to stay in Texas to prevent Division Centrale from being cut off from supply. Mexico's
hope is that the mechanized division can be created in time (not due for another 6 months) to restore the front. Divisions
West and East have now joined forces and begin beating back the Kiwis who fight like mad dogs. Their fighting strength is
not as strong as the Mexicans but their organization is exceptional, better than both Mexican divisions combined. The Kiwis
are not going to give up the fight easily. This contradicts material found in the training manual that the Germans gave
concerning Western units. Paragraph 14 on page 96 specifically states that Australia and New Zealand armies are made up of
nothing but backwards sheep farmers who can't fight their way out of a paper sack. More and more it becomes apparent that
Mexico should not have listened to the Germans. The training manual is tossed away and orders given to Divisions West and
East to go all out to destroy the Kiwis as fast as they can before reinforcements are certain to arrive from California. The
battle in Phoenix becomes a contest between Mexican superior firepower against the Kiwis significant organization. The battle
drags on without low casualties. The Kiwis are very organized and are able to hit, run, and hit again from their positions
near the Grand Canyon.
The Tide Turns
The Massachussetts Division quickly marches its way down the east coast of Mexico then up the west coast leaving only the
Yucatan and interior territories intact. Nothing can stop it, much like when Sherman marched through Georgia. Intelligence
sources inform us that the Massachussetts division has been ordered to make extreme haste to Phoenix where a mighty battle is
raging in the desert outside the city. Reports say the Kiwis are taking a serious beating from Divisions West and Divisions
East but will not give up. With this knowledge, Captital Division is ordered to intercept the Massachussetts division before
it can cut off the supply route and force the two divisions in Phoenix to fight at a severe disadvantage. Also, if the
Massachussetts unit becomes entrenched in the Grand Canyon there is no chance of dislodging it. Too late it is realized that
disbanding the air force was a mistake; it could have proven valuable in disrupting the enemy. As the Massachussetts unit
double-times to Phoenix, a California unit has reinforced the Kiwis who still fight on despite heavy casualties. Their
strength is almost gone but their fighting spirit is unabated. Time goes by fast and soon the Massachussetts unit joins the
Kiwis and Californians. Capital Division failed to engage in time.
hings are beginning to look bleak. While battle rages in Phoenix and Denver, Capital Division becomes paralyzed. Military
Command cannot decide whether to send Captial Division to Phoenix to counter the Kiwis, Californian and Massachussetts
divisions, stay in place to guard supply lines, march back into Mexico to liberate Mexican lands, or go to Denver to break
the siege against Division Centrale. Precious time is wasted while the military staff decide what is to be done. After much
debate a plan is formed: Capital Division will march to Colorado to break the siege against Division Centrale in Denver. When
the new mechanized unit becomes available it will liberate the lost territories in Mexico and charge into battle where most
needed. Divisions West and East are ordered to fight using all means necessary to shake off the Kiwis who have latched on
like a snapping turtle and won't let go. Breaking their spirit will strike fear into the California and Massachussetts
divisions who should retreat back to defensive postitions in southern California.
While Capital Division begins its march to Colorado, a third unit has joined the seige with the Texans. Division Centrale is
outnumbered 3-to-1 but managing to put up a fierce fight from positions in the mountains. That research in Basic Infantry
weapons paid off. The Texan cavalry is taking heavy losses from landmines as they gallop across eastern Colorado. By the time
they reach Denver their strength is much depleted. Flamethrowers bar-B-que many as the enemy tries to fight its way uphill.
If Capital Division can arrive in time, and the mechanized unit deployed soon, things may just turn around in Mexico's favor.
No help can be expected from Spain or Germany. The British, French, and American fleets patrol the seas preventing any
troops from making it across. Mexico is on its own.
Disaster
The high command failed to take into account that Britain not only has New Zealand and Australia on its side, but also the
Canadians. They too have joined the fray in Colorado along with another American unit. Division Centrale cannot hold the
ground any longer and is forced to retreat. American planes have bombed Capital Division into a disorganized mob who are
quickly defeated by the battle weary but experienced forces giving chase to Division Centrale. Both Captial Division and
Division Centrale are overwhelmed and all of Texas becomes American once again. Now Division East and Division West are
surrounded and cut off from any help. Ammunition runs out and the remainder of the Mexican army surrenders at the Phoenix
courthouse. The Mexican Army has ceased to exist. The government makes plans to escape to Cuba.
Race against time
While the Americans gloat on their victory and rebuild their strength, it is now December, 1940.
The Mexican army suffered terribly fighting in the cold midwest and in the mountains. A note is made to research winter
fighting techniques for the future. There is no time or resources for that now, however. All resources are diverted to the
few remaining factories left in Mexico to create the mechanized division. General Saragasso will be the commander. Only two
more months and the mechanized unit with its new 70mm infantry guns and supported by 90mm field artillery will be ready to
turn the tide and force the Gringoes back across the Rio Grande. A regular infantry unit backed up by artillery will be
ready in early April to further strengthen Mexico's hand.
January, 1941.
The Americans are plenty mad and their air force has arrived in Mexico, protecting the advancing divisions as they march down
Mexico. General Omar Bradley is in the lead unit. To our dismay the Americans have built tanks, albeit only machine-gun
tanks. If the Mechanized unit can deploy in time, the 90mm field artillery units will blast the American light tanks into
tiny pieces.
February 1941
The mechanized unit is ready! The half-tracks roll out of the factory without paint and are delivered to the base where the
troops try to organize before the Americans make it to the capital. General Saragasso gives a great speech to the troops:
"Men, the Americans are approaching. We bloodied their nose and would have prevailed had they not had outside help. Well,
they are on our land now and have no chance. Blast them back to Gringoland!" With these fiery words the 1st Mechanized
deploys outside the capital to take up defensive positions. The unit is still disorganized and not ready for combat. An
ambassador is sent to sue for peace but the Americans reject the proposal. They want blood.
The Final Fight
Early in the morning a large force of American planes bomb the 1st Mechanized Division into a confused jumble of men and
machines. With the growing daylight Omar Bradley arrives before Saragasso can reorganize, smashing into the unit with a
division of light tanks armed with machine-guns. Close behind is a full-strength infantry division. Saragasso puts up a
valiant fight but Bradley's tanks over-run the forward positions and smash their way into the rear, wiping out the artillery
support. Badly disorganized forces attempt to fight but the approaching infantry surround and annihilate the resistance.
Saragasso has no choice but to surrender. All that is left of the 1st Mechanized are a few halftracks filled with wouned
fleeing the city. With Saragasso's surrender the American flag is hoisted over the Mexian capital. Mexico lays down its
arms and surrenders. Selected members of government board a private yacht headed for Havana.
At least the cigars are good.
Main lesson learned: if you increase industrial capacity, be sure you have the resources to sustain the increased capacity
2nd lesson: Don't mess with Texas!
"World War is imminent. This may be our chance to take back our lands in the United States"
With this prophetic declaration by the Minister of Armaments, I tasked the cabinet to prepare Mexico for the upcoming
conflict. After a thorough evaluation of Mexico's capabilities to wage war, the following facts came to light:
1) Mexico will need at least 4 years to industrialize and to develop the necessary technology to field a modern army
2) Mexico is rich in oil, coal, and steel. All resources needed are available.
With this information a strategy was devised:
1) Increase industrial capacity in all provinces. Tequila factories
are nice but won't churn out the needed manufactured goods
to wage war.
2) Continue electronics research to develop a computer to assist
with technological breakthroughs, without which it will be
impossible to gain a technological edge over our enemies.
3) Research ways to better equip and mobilize the army for war.
Navy and air force will be given low priority.
3) After modernization, begin with the conquest of Central America, bypassing U.S. controlled Panama and all European
colonies to avoid conflict with these powerful nations. Once this is done, a force will seize Panama then a large, mobile
army will invade the southern United States. The Mexican Army will march to Canada thus splitting the U.S. apart like a
rotten walnut. Army West will conquer its way to California, Army East will march on Washington, D.C. Sources in Germany
say England and France will not come to America's aid nor will they risk war in the western hemisphere. America's
isolationism will play right into Mexico's hands.
1936 to 1940
The first thing I do begin increasing industrial capacity in all provinces. I disband the hopelessly outdated air force which
couldn't fight off a flock of geese and is a drain on valuable resources as well. The single destroyer unit is assigned to
convoy escort. This will be needed to transfer resources from South America until Panama became ours. The two cavalry
divisions are also disbanded. Our armies will be using tanks, not horses. The farmers could better put them to use plowing
land to feed more troops. After these orders were issued, I sent all the scientists to a lab in Acapulco to research the
Cavity Magnetron. To my delight on January 3, 1937 the scientists successfully discovered this technology, leading to the
development of a Basic Electronic Mechanical Computer of which the first prototype came available in June. This allowed our
scientists to make computations faster thus leading to faster technological discoveries.
With the basic electronic research out of the way, I now turned to upgrading the army. It was terribly disorganized and
lacked all but the most basic weaponry and equipment. The scientists feverishly worked on the development of Basic Infantry
Weapons. Encirclement-Destruction Doctrine was introduced at the military academy for the first time. This was necessary in
order to teach the officers how to better organize the army to destroy the enemy. Our scientists and military thinkers
evolved the development of Motorized Warfare Doctrine which allowed for the creation of mechanized infantry. It was my goal
to mechanize the entire army. It's a long walk to Washington, DC.
For the next 4 years our scientists and engineers developed a basic service rifle, modern flamethrowers, and effective
landmines to help the infantry fight and defend itself. Lessons from The Great War proved that artillery was the King of
Battle and inflicted the most casualties on the enemy; therefore, artillery research was given priority. This allowed for the
development of a 30mm infantry gun which would give the infantry some much-needed backbone. The 30mm infantry gun showed
that, in open ground, could create a blast killing/crippling soldiers in a 3 meter (10 foot) radius and send shrapnel flying
for a further 20 meters causing more damage. Following a "bigger is better" policy, a 70mm infantry gun was developed to give
the army an even bigger punch. Further artillery research produced A 30mm tank gun which, when coupled with research in
welded armor, basic gear, engine, and suspension, and the light tank prototype, would lead to the creation of the 1st Mexican
Armored Division. My mouth watered as I envisioned our tanks rolling across Texas to the Alamo where we would hang the
governor of Texas by his red neck before rolling on to Washingon. Viva Santa Ana!
Limitations realized
Things were on their way. A Divisional Signal command system was set up to give the ground troops better functionality, and
improved half-track designs rolled off the drawing board. Factories began tooling up for their production. The only concern
was research. All resources were tied up in pre-war field testing which was taking longer than expected. Furthermore, the
rapid industrialization was draining the coal and steel reserves and production could not meet demand. Oil was desparately
traded on the market to bring in more coal and steel but it was not enough. The oil reserves began to drop to critical
levels. Something had to be done. Plans to grab Guatamala and its steel production began to be proposed to the cabinet.
Hitler lied!
In early 1940, America, despite Germany's assurance that America would not join in with the British and French, had shirked
isolationism and joined the war against the Teutons and their allies, Nationalist Spain. The American military would
certainly be ramping up to full military production and soon there would be no chance for Mexico to conquer. To make matters
worse, Venezuala had joined with the British so an invasion of South America would not be possible due to the heavy British
influence in the region. Only one hope remained: invade America, grab the oilfields and factories in Texas and Louisiana to
cripple American war industry, then make a dash for the capital to force America out of the war before Britain and France
could intervene. Plans were drawn up and the Mexican Ambassador was sent to Spain where an Alliance was formed with Germany
and Spain.
Summer, 1940
Mexico goes to war. The Army is composed of only 4 divisions: Capital Division, Division West, Division Centrale, and
Division East. Capital Division stays in the capital while the remaining three infantry divisions cross the Rio Grande and
march into the United States unopposed. Division West crosses the desert and takes Phoenix. The Americans in that city are
shocked and it proves difficult to convince them that the Mexican Army is not a horde of Hollywood actors re-enacting the
Spanish-American War but are the real thing. Division Centrale marches to Austin to the Alamo but the governor of Texas
flees to Dallas. Division Centrale is force-marched to Dallas only to find the governor has escaped to Oklahoma. In Tulsa it
was found that the governor had joined scattered forces that had not yet mobilized and all were on board a train to
rendezvous with troops from Colorado and Kansas. The Texas governor had personally taken charge of a National Guard unit of
Texan cavalry and was using an abandoned gold mine in Colorado as a bunker HQ. Meanwhile, Division East conquers Louisiana
and the "black gold" begins to flow into Mexico. Coal, oil, and steel reserves are now stabilized and the production of a
mechanized division with artillery support begins. Ambitious plans are drawn up to take the rubber plantations in western
Brazil and personnel are sent to America to begin assimilating captured American industry with that of Mexico. The Gringoes
are going to pay for their centruries of exploitation of Spanish land!
Still no opposition from the Americans so the Capital Division is ordered to Texas to form a rear-guard while Division West,
Division Centrale, and Division East seize more territory. This was going to be a quick war. Things are looking good.
Not so fast.
Who would have thought America would be saved by Kiwis! Before Division West can begin its march to California, a crack
division of New Zealanders who had apparently been undergoing desert training in California begin an assault from southern
California. While on its way to Denver, Division Centrale is assaulted by a unit of cavalry led by the Texas governor.
Division Centrale is caught off balance and has no time to dig in. Fierce fighting begins as Division Centrale hastily
prepares defenses around Denver urrounding to fight off the Texas cavalry. Division East is still unopposed so it is ordered
to Phoenix to help Division East defend itself in the desert against the Kiwis. Capital Division slowly makes its way to
Texas.
America Fights back.
A division that had been stationed in Massachussetts retakes Louisiana, northern Texas, and marches its way into Mexico.
Another American division arrives to reinforce the Texas cavalry and now Division Centrale is fighting for its life in the
Rockies. Captial Division is ordered to stay in Texas to prevent Division Centrale from being cut off from supply. Mexico's
hope is that the mechanized division can be created in time (not due for another 6 months) to restore the front. Divisions
West and East have now joined forces and begin beating back the Kiwis who fight like mad dogs. Their fighting strength is
not as strong as the Mexicans but their organization is exceptional, better than both Mexican divisions combined. The Kiwis
are not going to give up the fight easily. This contradicts material found in the training manual that the Germans gave
concerning Western units. Paragraph 14 on page 96 specifically states that Australia and New Zealand armies are made up of
nothing but backwards sheep farmers who can't fight their way out of a paper sack. More and more it becomes apparent that
Mexico should not have listened to the Germans. The training manual is tossed away and orders given to Divisions West and
East to go all out to destroy the Kiwis as fast as they can before reinforcements are certain to arrive from California. The
battle in Phoenix becomes a contest between Mexican superior firepower against the Kiwis significant organization. The battle
drags on without low casualties. The Kiwis are very organized and are able to hit, run, and hit again from their positions
near the Grand Canyon.
The Tide Turns
The Massachussetts Division quickly marches its way down the east coast of Mexico then up the west coast leaving only the
Yucatan and interior territories intact. Nothing can stop it, much like when Sherman marched through Georgia. Intelligence
sources inform us that the Massachussetts division has been ordered to make extreme haste to Phoenix where a mighty battle is
raging in the desert outside the city. Reports say the Kiwis are taking a serious beating from Divisions West and Divisions
East but will not give up. With this knowledge, Captital Division is ordered to intercept the Massachussetts division before
it can cut off the supply route and force the two divisions in Phoenix to fight at a severe disadvantage. Also, if the
Massachussetts unit becomes entrenched in the Grand Canyon there is no chance of dislodging it. Too late it is realized that
disbanding the air force was a mistake; it could have proven valuable in disrupting the enemy. As the Massachussetts unit
double-times to Phoenix, a California unit has reinforced the Kiwis who still fight on despite heavy casualties. Their
strength is almost gone but their fighting spirit is unabated. Time goes by fast and soon the Massachussetts unit joins the
Kiwis and Californians. Capital Division failed to engage in time.
hings are beginning to look bleak. While battle rages in Phoenix and Denver, Capital Division becomes paralyzed. Military
Command cannot decide whether to send Captial Division to Phoenix to counter the Kiwis, Californian and Massachussetts
divisions, stay in place to guard supply lines, march back into Mexico to liberate Mexican lands, or go to Denver to break
the siege against Division Centrale. Precious time is wasted while the military staff decide what is to be done. After much
debate a plan is formed: Capital Division will march to Colorado to break the siege against Division Centrale in Denver. When
the new mechanized unit becomes available it will liberate the lost territories in Mexico and charge into battle where most
needed. Divisions West and East are ordered to fight using all means necessary to shake off the Kiwis who have latched on
like a snapping turtle and won't let go. Breaking their spirit will strike fear into the California and Massachussetts
divisions who should retreat back to defensive postitions in southern California.
While Capital Division begins its march to Colorado, a third unit has joined the seige with the Texans. Division Centrale is
outnumbered 3-to-1 but managing to put up a fierce fight from positions in the mountains. That research in Basic Infantry
weapons paid off. The Texan cavalry is taking heavy losses from landmines as they gallop across eastern Colorado. By the time
they reach Denver their strength is much depleted. Flamethrowers bar-B-que many as the enemy tries to fight its way uphill.
If Capital Division can arrive in time, and the mechanized unit deployed soon, things may just turn around in Mexico's favor.
No help can be expected from Spain or Germany. The British, French, and American fleets patrol the seas preventing any
troops from making it across. Mexico is on its own.
Disaster
The high command failed to take into account that Britain not only has New Zealand and Australia on its side, but also the
Canadians. They too have joined the fray in Colorado along with another American unit. Division Centrale cannot hold the
ground any longer and is forced to retreat. American planes have bombed Capital Division into a disorganized mob who are
quickly defeated by the battle weary but experienced forces giving chase to Division Centrale. Both Captial Division and
Division Centrale are overwhelmed and all of Texas becomes American once again. Now Division East and Division West are
surrounded and cut off from any help. Ammunition runs out and the remainder of the Mexican army surrenders at the Phoenix
courthouse. The Mexican Army has ceased to exist. The government makes plans to escape to Cuba.
Race against time
While the Americans gloat on their victory and rebuild their strength, it is now December, 1940.
The Mexican army suffered terribly fighting in the cold midwest and in the mountains. A note is made to research winter
fighting techniques for the future. There is no time or resources for that now, however. All resources are diverted to the
few remaining factories left in Mexico to create the mechanized division. General Saragasso will be the commander. Only two
more months and the mechanized unit with its new 70mm infantry guns and supported by 90mm field artillery will be ready to
turn the tide and force the Gringoes back across the Rio Grande. A regular infantry unit backed up by artillery will be
ready in early April to further strengthen Mexico's hand.
January, 1941.
The Americans are plenty mad and their air force has arrived in Mexico, protecting the advancing divisions as they march down
Mexico. General Omar Bradley is in the lead unit. To our dismay the Americans have built tanks, albeit only machine-gun
tanks. If the Mechanized unit can deploy in time, the 90mm field artillery units will blast the American light tanks into
tiny pieces.
February 1941
The mechanized unit is ready! The half-tracks roll out of the factory without paint and are delivered to the base where the
troops try to organize before the Americans make it to the capital. General Saragasso gives a great speech to the troops:
"Men, the Americans are approaching. We bloodied their nose and would have prevailed had they not had outside help. Well,
they are on our land now and have no chance. Blast them back to Gringoland!" With these fiery words the 1st Mechanized
deploys outside the capital to take up defensive positions. The unit is still disorganized and not ready for combat. An
ambassador is sent to sue for peace but the Americans reject the proposal. They want blood.
The Final Fight
Early in the morning a large force of American planes bomb the 1st Mechanized Division into a confused jumble of men and
machines. With the growing daylight Omar Bradley arrives before Saragasso can reorganize, smashing into the unit with a
division of light tanks armed with machine-guns. Close behind is a full-strength infantry division. Saragasso puts up a
valiant fight but Bradley's tanks over-run the forward positions and smash their way into the rear, wiping out the artillery
support. Badly disorganized forces attempt to fight but the approaching infantry surround and annihilate the resistance.
Saragasso has no choice but to surrender. All that is left of the 1st Mechanized are a few halftracks filled with wouned
fleeing the city. With Saragasso's surrender the American flag is hoisted over the Mexian capital. Mexico lays down its
arms and surrenders. Selected members of government board a private yacht headed for Havana.
At least the cigars are good.
Main lesson learned: if you increase industrial capacity, be sure you have the resources to sustain the increased capacity
2nd lesson: Don't mess with Texas!
