United States of America

The **United States of America**, commonly known as the **United States,** is a country located in North America. It shares borders with Canada, Mexico, Guatemala, Brazil, Venezuela, and Panama. Some nations the United States shares maritime borders with include the Yakutian Empire and the Caribbean Federation.

### Language(s)

English (de facto official), Spanish, Danish, Icelanic, French, Dutch (unofficial)

### Currency

United States Dollar

The United States of America consists of 48 states and 24 inhabited territories, many of which could potentially become states. Each state has its own local government, as well as each territory. There one federal district where the capital of the US resides: Washington D.C.

The United States of America is the leading nation within an alliance called the Transatlantic Defense Organization, who's goal is to protect democracy throughout the globe.

## History

### Pacific War

The United States had remained out of World War II for a large duration of the war. However, on December 7, 1941, Japan would launch a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, destroying a large portion of the United States' navy, and many of America's dockyards and naval repair assets would be destroyed. Nonetheless, the US would remain strong and enter the war against Japan. In early 1942, the United States would lose control over the Philippines, a crushing defeat for American troops. With the battle for the islands lost, American troops would retreat and flee to other islands such as Midway, Guam, and Wake Island.

Japanese forces would attack American troops at Midway. Japan had sent a huge amount of its navy to attack the island, and the battle would commence. First, a fierce air battle would begin, with kamikazes ramming directly into US ships. Though causing some damage, they were no match for the Americans' AAA, which would inflict many casualties against the Japanese invaders. Continuing, the Japanese would begin their naval battle. In a devastating victory, America would send the Japanese running, destroying many Japanese naval vessels in the process. The United States had defeated the Japanese, and morale would increase as the fight had seemed to be leaning in American favor.

Iwo Jima, a small island under Japanese control, had been attacked by American forces soon after the Battle of Midway. At Iwo Jima, there were two airstrips which would be extremely useful to American aircraft. An American attack would begin, with Japanese and American ships clashing once again. A fierce air battle would commence, with both sides taking heavy casualties. Nonetheless, both sides would continue to fight ferociously. However, the Americans were winning the battle. By the end of the battle, Japan had again lost many of its naval vessels. Though the US had many casualties as well, it was much easier to repair or replace lost assets, even without functioning repair yards at Pearl Harbor. Japan was on the defensive on the Pacific Islands, and it seemed as if it would become worse for the Japanese invaders.

By late 1943, American morale had decreased quite a bit. With this, Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Hirohito would send delegates to Juneau, Alaska to negotiate terms. The Japanese, with cunning and skill, had convinced the United States to end hostilities with the Japanese if the Germans, who hadn't been at war with the US, had allowed the Americans to occupy Greenland, Iceland, and the Guianas among other regions in the Atlantic without resistance. The United States had also been payed a sum of money, and many consider the war an American victory.

### Atlantic Theatre

The theatre in the Atlantic, though no battles were fought, was an interesting sight. First of all, the territories promised to the United States were still occupied by the exiled governments of Denmark, the Netherlands, and France. Moreover, the United Kingdom, who hadn't even been occupied, still controlled many of its colonies. Negotiations would be needed to gain the approval of the Europeans, and delegates from each of the nations would meet in New York City. Still, the Europeans were reluctant to cede the territories, even if they weren't in a position to manage the colonies.

After about a month of negotiations, the United States would finally convince the Netherlands and Denmark to cede their colonial possessions. However, the French, who had recently regained territory in its mainland, had still argued with the Americans. After a few more weeks, the United Kingdom would agree to cede its land, and days later, the French would finally cave in on the plan. America would then send troops to occupy each colony, occupying the territories one by one. However, an issue was at hand; the Bahamas had proclaimed independence. Though small, it was mere miles away from the American coast, and the US had wanted the islands bad. The Bahamas would convince Cuba, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic to form a federation, establishing the Caribbean Federation. The United States then decided not to invade the Bahamas.

### Post-War Period

After the Pacific War, the United States hadn't really changed all too much. However, the 24 new territories the US had acquired were now organized, and soon, they could potentially achieve statehood. Nonetheless, the United States would be on the edge of its seat as the 1948 presidential election is coming up, with Thomas E. Dewey of the Republican Party faces current president Harry S. Truman. A third party is running as well, though he doesn't have nearly as much support as the two main political parties. Nonetheless, Strong Thurmond of the Dixiecrats is still a potential threat to the two larger parties, and he shouldn't be overlooked by the other candidates.