:thumbsup: Very nice.
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:thumbsup: Very nice.
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France condemns the agression of Austria against Augsburg. This violates the Peace Treaty of Westphalia. France demands that Leopold's hordes retreat and that Leopold pays the damage.
Austria never intened to Anger France, But we will not Withdraw from Augsburg. Not After losing 1,200 of our brave Men!
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Originally Posted by {BHC}KingWarman888
Loss of men is due to the ineptitude of your generals, not the righeousness of your cause. I'm not certain I would advertise such losses, were I you. As co-guarantor of the Treaty of Westphalia, Sweden too condemns this act of naked agression and pleads with the Austrian emperor to act in accordance with reason and justice and remove his troops to his own territory.
I don't not see Anyone complaining about the Sweds allying with the Danes to attack Mecklenburg. I advise you to mind you own business, as I tend to not extend my borders beyond Augsburg, and wish no harm against Sweden or France.
Leopold I
Very, very interested was I to read of the Danish assault on Mecklenburg with Swedish aid.
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Originally Posted by King Jan III Sobieski
I believe this a private matter between the Crown of Denmark and the people of Mecklenburg. I only granted a favor to my cousin and lent him a division of my expeditionary force. And I don't see how it affects Saxony or Poland. My promise to you, that you had nothing to fear from Swedish aggression remains intact. Stockholm has gained no territory through this action and in fact, the expeditionary force has been detached and recalled.
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Originally Posted by {BHC}KingWarman888
You are in direct violation of the Treaty of Westphalia, of which your nation is a signee. As a guaranteer of the treaty, it is very much my business.
As for Denmark's efforts to resolve some ownership claims in Mecklenburg (I played no role, my expeditionary force was on loan to my cousin and Sweden recognized no territorial gains in the matter), there were no treaty violations as this was a matter between two Protestant states.
Now, Emperor Leopold, I must repeat my call for you to withdraw from Augsburg and respect the terms of the treaty or formally withdraw from the treaty. You are currently in violation.
As does Spain. Furthermore, until Austrian troops are recalled, Spain recalls its offer to give up the Spanish Netherlands to the Austrian throne in exchange for the recognition of King Felipe V. A violator of peace cannot be King of Spain. Nor Duke of Brabante.Quote:
Originally Posted by Franconicus
Austria will get nothing!
Denmark applaudes this most wise move by the King of Spain and we make it our expressed wish that they should join us in closing our ports to the English. When one thinks about it, it will decrease Englands wealth far more. Denamark also promises to send far more ships loaded with fine Scandinavian furs to the Spanish King in exchange for this movement.
As to my people's movement on Mecklenburg, we feel that it is a personal matter between myself and my Cousin in Sweden. We hope that this will draw our two nations closer together. Furthermore, we have information that points to the people of Mecklenburg as Heretical witches who must be punished for their false beliefs.
Brandenburg is apalled by Austria's attack on Augsburg. We demand Austria's immediate withdrawal from the area.
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Originally Posted by SwordsMaster
I will Withdraw My Forces From Augsburg, and Re-Play ALL Damages to them within the next 3 Months IF:
The Spanish Netherlands get handed over to Austria immedity without delay. I also want Spain to give 500 Muskets and 50 Horses also. If they do so, I will withdraw and never enter Augsburg again, and replay them all damages I have cause them.
Leopold I
Denmark laughs at the pathetic bargaining attempts of the Austrians. Surely the Spanish are wiser than that.
OOC: Soz all, I was away for 4 days. Nice to see a Chapter up!)
The Duchy of Bavaria wishes to state, it supports the Kingdom of France and the Kingdom of SPain in these troubled times. Bavaria sees the actions of Austria as irrespnsible and wrong. Augsburg!? What are you thinking Leopold!
Bavaria also wishes to congratulate the Alliance of Danes and Swedes, and their attack and siege of Mecklenburg.
As soon as the last Austrian soldier leaves Augsburg, this is what Spain is ready to consider:Quote:
Originally Posted by {BHC}KingWarman888
Spain will hand over the Netherlands to Austria, in exchange for Leopold giving up all claims to the Spanish throne, and repaying half of the spanish external debt.
Further arrangements can be made after that, depending on our diplomatic stances.
Also, King Felipe of Spain has decided he will not continue this conversation in public, and if Leopold wishes to contact him, he should seek a private audition (i.e. PM)
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Originally Posted by {BHC}KingWarman888
We, the King of France and Navarre, see that the Emperor is deperately looking for money and that this is the reason for his raid against the most peaceful city of Augsburg.
Why hasn't he asked us for money. We would have given him enough to buy 50 horses. As good Catholic we always try to help the poor.
France declares, that She will not accept any changes of the Treaty of Westphalia without Her permission. So keep your hands from Augsburg and the Netherlands.
France also wonders, how the Imperial forces were able to approach the town of Augsburg. The city is surrounded by Bavarian territory. Did you have the permission or did you violate Bavarian rights. too?
The Republic has no interest in all of your little fights, we seek to extend ourselves in other parts of the world. Know this however, don't start fighting over the Spanish Netherlands, we hate to say fighting so close to our homes.
...And there was so much talk of religious tolerance (or lack thereof) in the Germanic states a few months ago... fascinating!Quote:
Originally Posted by CountArach
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Originally Posted by King Jan III Sobieski
There is a world of difference between respecting the rights of free Christian men to worship the Lord as they see fit and suffering witches and warlocks to live among you. Perhaps if you had kept true to your proper Christian upbringing instead of reverting to the quasi-pagan trappings of Rome, you would understand the difference.
As for religious tolerance, word has reached Stockholm that you called out your militia in a brutual massacre of your own people in the streets of Dresden. Their only crime, apparently, was asserting their right to worship Christ in accord with the teachings of Martin Luther. This SHALL NOT STAND!!!
Augustus, you appear to be more confused and muddleheaded than usual. Allow me to elucidate matters for you. YOU may have signed away your immortal soul to the anti-Christ in Rome for the throne of Poland, however your people in Saxony have done no such thing. As the true followers of Christ, we are shocked and saddened by your barbarism. If such a travesty ever happens again, there will be consequences!!!
Sweden wonders aloud where other good Christian nations are? Have they allowed their light on the hill to be placed under a bushel? We would believe that the United Provinces and the Kingdom of England, both of whom have strong Protestant traditions, would be as shocked and outraged by the acts of barbarism by Saxony and Austria, two Catholic nations who are in the act of trouncing on the rights and liberties of good Protestant men.
William, enough with your love affair with Mammon[wealth]! Speak out against these attrocities!
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Originally Posted by SwordsMaster
We will Review your Offer, and get back to you soon.
Leopold I
As it said, the Republic wants nothing to do with the matters there in Central Europe, we have more important things to do.
If two countries want to wage war, let them do it. We will have nothing to do with it. Unless it is brought to us.
But it's not two countries, William. Austria, one of the most powerful nations on Earth, and in the backpocket of the Pope, invaded a small independent city filled with Protestants. They have no ability to defend themselves, and they're being massacred by the Austrians, just for being Protestant. And you can't be bothered to care?
OOC: ever heard of the difference between Luther and Calvin?
Russia urges Austria to accept the King of Spain's terms. Conflict is no way of resolving disputes such as the one we are viewing now.
OOC: I understand (and actually, in England, it's not even a theological/dogmatic break, its just the political power of who runs the church).Quote:
Originally Posted by Stig
Even all that said, Protestants tended to stick together against the Catholics back then. And being that Augsburg is right on the Swiss border, I believe there'd be a lot of Calvanists holed up in those walls as well.
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Originally Posted by SwordsMaster
We never invaded Augsburg due to them being Protestants. But Due to Pressue from Austria's Allies, We will Withdraw From Augsburg and accpet their Terms. However, we will rebuild the Augsburg towns we destroyed, but will not waste anymore money on them, since we will pay off Spain's External Debt.
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Originally Posted by {BHC}KingWarman888
Sweden salutes Austria's wise decision to rethink their plans for aggression against Augsburg. So long as you repair the damange you inflicted, surely everyone will be satisfied. :bow:
Yes, Austria will repay Augsburg Damages. Everyone should be satisfied now.
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Leopold I
And I believe, Leopold, there is to be at least some sort of consequence for sending an entire army through my lands without MY permission. I expect at least something for this uncourteous act against a neutral.
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Austrian Lands bordered Augsburg, so how did I cross Bavaria Lands?