Germany

Germany also known as the Third Reich is a global superpower and a founding member of both the Axis Powers and the Global Federation.

## World War I

Germany in World War I was a powerful and influential Central Powers nation that played a significant role in the conflict. Led by Kaiser Wilhelm II, Germany had undergone rapid industrialization and emerged as a major military force in Europe. With a large and well-equipped army, Germany sought to expand its influence and secure its position as a global power.

In the early stages of the war, Germany launched a series of offensives, hoping for a swift victory on the Western Front. However, a stalemate developed as both sides dug into trenches, resulting in a prolonged and brutal war of attrition. Germany's military strategy centered around the concept of "total war," utilizing advanced weaponry, such as artillery and machine guns, to devastating effect.

Germany's war efforts faced several challenges, including economic strains due to the British naval blockade and shortages of vital resources. The country also faced internal political and social tensions, with growing dissatisfaction among the civilian population. The harsh conditions on the home front eventually led to widespread unrest and contributed to the collapse of the German monarchy.

Germany's most notable military campaign during World War I was the unrestricted submarine warfare, where their submarines (U-boats) targeted merchant and military vessels of the Allied powers. This tactic, aimed at cutting off vital supply lines, drew the United States into the war in 1917 after the sinking of the British passenger liner RMS Lusitania.

As the war progressed, Germany faced mounting challenges on multiple fronts, with the entrance of fresh American troops and increased coordination among the Allied forces. The tide began to turn against Germany in 1918, and a series of offensives launched by the Allies led to their ultimate defeat. In November 1918, Germany signed the Armistice of Compiègne, effectively ending its involvement in World War I.

The consequences of Germany's participation in World War I were profound. The Treaty of Versailles, signed in 1919, imposed severe reparations on Germany, along with territorial losses and military restrictions. The harsh terms of the treaty fueled resentment among the German population and created conditions that contributed to the rise of Adolf Hitler and the eventual outbreak of World War II.

## World War II

World War II was ignited by Adolf Hitler's formation of the National Socialist German Workers (Nazi) Party, with the intention of overturning the Treaty of Versailles and restoring Germany's dominance.

In 1938, the Nazis embarked on the invasion of Czechoslovakia and Hungary, encountering no opposition from the Allies. Subsequently, the Nazis forged an alliance with the Soviet Union, and together they invaded Poland, leading to Britain and France declaring war on Germany.

By 1940, German forces had overrun France, resulting in the division of the nation into occupied regions: northern France and the southern region known as Burgundy.

To prevent the United Kingdom from entering the war, the German Luftwaffe conducted extensive bombings on the Royal Air Force. Despite their efforts, Germany failed to secure territorial gains. This prompted Hitler to turn his attention towards the Soviet Union, eventually achieving a significant victory at the battle of Stalingrad in 1943. Following subsequent successes, Germany sought a resolution to the war and drafted the Treaty of Berlin.

As the war progressed, the conflict expanded to involve the United States. Munich became a target, resulting in the devastating deployment of nuclear weapons that claimed the lives of 550,000 Germans. However, Germany managed to persevere and ultimately emerged victorious over the United States on VA-Day, leading to the drafting of the Treaty of New York.

## Neo-Romans

German explorer Karl Schulz embarked on a U-Boat expedition to Antarctica and stumbled upon a hidden society known as the Neo-Romans. Comprising engineers, philosophers, and scientists, the Neo-Romans revealed that they had fled the fall of Rome and had been developing weapons with the intention of reclaiming Rome. However, disagreements arose among them regarding the successor to the Roman Empire, with some considering the Ottoman Empire while others sought a modern approach to reform Rome.

Amidst these debates, World War I erupted followed by World War II, disrupting the plans of the Neo-Romans. During this time, Adolf Hitler visited the Neo-Romans and argued that the Holy Roman Empire, along with Germany as its heir, was the true successor to Rome. He emphasized Germany's alliances with Italy and Turkey as potential successors as well, ultimately winning the trust of the Neo-Romans.

Subsequently, the Neo-Romans shared some of their advanced weapons with the Nazis. However, the Nazis, lacking military training, turned against the Neo-Romans and began reverse-engineering their technology. The first Neo-Roman weapons were then brought to Europe, leading other European nations to express interest in obtaining them. However, Germany, now under Nazi rule, refused to share these weapons with other countries.

In this altered history, Germany establishes the Global Federation, a parallel organization similar to the United Nations. Utilizing their newfound weaponry, Germany coerces other nations into joining the federation, imposing its will by force if necessary.

## Present

In the present, Germany rules with an iron fist, developing new weapons and controlling Europe and the rest of the world.