Paraguay Events

A Meeting in … paraguay.1 · dlc008

With the death of Doctor Francia, all of … is in motion, with civilian and military cliques maneuvering to secure for themselves the reins of power.

"That's it? The paranoid wreck is finally dead?" "As dead as El Cid and my grandmother, both. God rest their souls." "About time. The underserving have had their day. Now, the right people can steer Paraguay back to glory."

Napoleon of the Americas paraguay.2 · dlc008

The Ruhr of the Tropics paraguay.3 · dlc008

With great fanfare, … … has officially inaugurated the new industrial complex at Ybycuí, stressing the site's modernity and tremendous industrial potential to the assembled crowd.

Directors Log: On the Iron Works of Ybycuí The iron thus produced has proven of the best quality, and, for some time past no other iron has been used for the public works. Iron smelted with charcoal is, as is well known, much stronger and better than iron smelted with coal. There is reason to hope that when the mines of Paraguay are properly exploited and worked on a suitable scale, she will be able to supply La Plata with the best quality of iron at a cheaper rate than is now paid for an inferior quality imported from Europe...

The Sebastopol of South America paraguay.4 · dlc008

Commanding a hairpin bend in the River Paraguay, the formidable fortress of Humaitá has been established as the well-guarded key to … and the upper rivers.

"Sixteen ominous apertures pointed their gloom, and whatever else they may contain, upon us; and, like the eyes of the figure in the picture, seemed to follow the vessel's motion ... These apertures are those of the casemate battery, constructed of brick, but very deep, and defended by the very formidable battery of sixteen eight inch guns."

What the Doctor Ordered paraguay.5 · dlc008

For too long have diseases like the pox robbed our nation of its men and women. While it may continue to do so for decades to come, the establishment of vaccination programs led by foreign doctors will lessen the severity of future outbreaks.

She was riddled with ringed scars. Forever-wounds and forget-me-nots left by smallpox. It claimed her two eldest, and they breathed their last, rattling gasps in her arms. Her youngest, untouched by the plague, may yet survive it's next incursion. All from just one, little needle.

To Win or to Die paraguay.6 · dlc008

Wearing their distinctive red and white uniforms, the men of … …'s new battalions march proudly on …'s Plaza de Armas. Meanwhile, their generals bicker incessantly amongst themselves about how best to actually use them.

"You may support the motion to use cannons upon high ground, but we have neither the cannons nor the high ground for it." "As if we do not have the means to make either. Perhaps your lip has grown as weak as your chin?" "Not any softer than your dome. We promise what we don't have."

Sic Semper Tyrannis paraguay.7 · dlc008

The Battle of Cerro Corá paraguay.8 · dlc008

Personally leading the ragtag remains of the … army, … … has been killed in action, having refused all calls to surrender.

It was not hard to find the wake of the …: the path of looted villages and slaughtered cattle heads ended in a shoddy fortification. The enemy soldiers approached on all sides unhindered. The battle was over barely after it started; an inglorious end to the … of ….

Peace and Justice paraguay.9 · dlc008

Like David struck down Goliath, … has triumphed over her neighbors, with a … peace now enforced from the arid Chaco to the shores of the Atlantic.

… sat at … desk, lit by a single, ensconced candle. Beside a filled inkwell and a clean pen was an untouched victory drink. Libations could wait, as could the hollering men and swooning women outside. Paraguay needed a rousing address. But where to start?

… Triumphant paraguay.10 · dlc008

Our armies routed, … has done what few observers initially thought possible. It has won the war. The international press is already reporting on a new South American balance of power.

Generals and admirals reached for cues. For every man they pulled away, ten thousand men had died. For every ship they pulled away, a squadron sank with most, if not all, hands lost. Paraguay, an ant who fought the sun. Paraguay, a wolverine who fought jaguars and serpents. Paraguay, the new colossus of South America.

The Paraguayan War paraguay.11 · dlc008

Having amassed significant military might under … …, … now stands poised to strike … in a bid for greatness. It seems only ready muskets may temper … ambitions now.

"Sir, word from the … borders. Banners raised and cannons entrenched." "So quickly? Do they plan to-" "Attack now, yes, sir. The captains are already organising their men."

The …'s Dream paraguay.12 · dlc008

Years of arduous labor has born fruit. With the … army stronger than ever, and with the backing of native industrial might, Paraguay stands ready to seize its destiny as one of South America's principal powers.

"Good people of …, and …s abroad, I, … …, come bearing a sword in one hand and scales in the other. Today, I speak of a dream for …: a golden future, one free of the yoke of imperialist neighbors. By hammer, by musket, and by the will of these brave men, our people will take our rightful place upon the world's stage!"