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* [[Withdrawal of Tierradorian forces]] from Istrenya in late 1969 after the [[Dalton Accords]] | * [[Withdrawal of Tierradorian forces]] from Istrenya in late 1969 after the [[Dalton Accords]] | ||
* Populist forces remain in power in [[Istrenya]] | * Populist forces remain in power in [[Istrenya]] | ||
* Start of the | * Start of the South Cronan Refugee Crisis | ||
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| combatants_header = Belligerents | | combatants_header = Belligerents | ||
| combatant1 = {{flag|Tierrador}}<br>{{flag|Ceylonia}} | | combatant1 = {{flag|Walakee Tierrador}}<br>{{flag|Ceylonia}} | ||
| combatant2 = {{flag|Istrenya}}<br>'''Supported by:'''<br>{{flag|Arcerion}} | | combatant2 = {{flag|Istrenya}}<br>'''Supported by:'''<br>{{flag|Arcerion}} | ||
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| commander1 = {{flagicon|Tierrador}} [[Gomez | | commander1 = {{flagicon|Walakee Tierrador}} [[Pedro Gomez]]<br>{{flagicon|Walakee Tierrador}} [[Aphío A. Woderq]]<br>{{flagicon|Walakee Tierrador}} [[Daniel W.K. Šaphiana]]<br>{{flagicon|Ceylonia}} [[Aldó Chavez]]<br>{{flagicon|Ceylonia}} [[Jaír Santos]] | ||
| commander2 = {{flagicon|Istrenya}} [[Woko'eli Koko]]<br>{{flagicon|Istrenya}} [[N'kojo Ankelik]]<br>{{flagicon|Arcerion}} [[Kian Fleming]]<br>{{flagicon|Arcerion}} [[Ted O'Gormley]] | | commander2 = {{flagicon|Istrenya}} [[Woko'eli Koko]]<br>{{flagicon|Istrenya}} [[N'kojo Ankelik]]<br>{{flagicon|Arcerion}} [[Kian Fleming]]<br>{{flagicon|Arcerion}} [[Ted O'Gormley]] | ||
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| strength1 = '''Peak strength: (combat troops)'''<br>{{flagicon|Tierrador}} 659,302<br>{{flagicon|Ceylonia}} 73,000 | | strength1 = '''Peak strength: (combat troops)'''<br>{{flagicon|Walakee Tierrador}} 659,302<br>{{flagicon|Ceylonia}} 73,000 | ||
| strength2 = '''Peak strength: (combat troops)'''<br>{{flagicon|Istrenya}} 483,900<br>{{flagicon|Arcerion}} 114,913 | | strength2 = '''Peak strength: (combat troops)'''<br>{{flagicon|Istrenya}} 483,900<br>{{flagicon|Arcerion}} 114,913 | ||
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| casualties1 = {{flagicon|Tierrador}} '''Tierrador:''' 186,433<br>{{flagicon|Ceylonia}} '''Ceylonia:''' 7,593 | | casualties1 = {{flagicon|Walakee Tierrador}} '''Tierrador:''' 186,433<br>{{flagicon|Ceylonia}} '''Ceylonia:''' 7,593 | ||
| casualties2 = {{flagicon|Istrenya}} '''Istrenya:''' 95,388<br>{{flagicon|Arcerion}} '''Arcerion:''' 13,155 | | casualties2 = {{flagicon|Istrenya}} '''Istrenya:''' 95,388<br>{{flagicon|Arcerion}} '''Arcerion:''' 13,155 | ||
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The '''Mosquito War''' ([[ | The '''Mosquito War''' ([[Qabóri language|Qabóri]]: ''Gerráq le Mosqítan'') was a conflict which lasted from November 13, 1965, to the [[Dalton Accords]] in [[Alstin]] on August 7, 1970. The conflict mostly took place in [[Istrenya]], however spillovers in [[Malentina]] and parts of northern [[Tierrador]] occurred. It is considered to be the second of the four [[South Cronan Narco Wars]] and a pivotal point in Tierrador's participation in the [[Occidental Cold War]]. The war was fought between Tierrador, led by Pedro Gomez, and Istrenya, led by newly-implemented leader Woko'eli Koko. The war is widely considered as a [[w:Proxy War|Proxy war]], and lasted four years and three months, officially ending in 1970, by ruling of the [[Dalton Accords]]. This war was one of the costliest and most negatively-influential wars in Tierradorian history, spawning several domestic movements by Tierradorian civilians. | ||
The Mosquito War was sparked by a longstanding territorial, economic, and political dispute between Tierrador and Istrenya over multiple reasons, including the presence of resource-rich border region known for its abundance of rare minerals and fertile land. The initial tensions dated back not very far, as Istrenya had come off defending their homeland from the [[NIPF]], during the [[Istrenyan Crisis]]. Eventually, the Istrenyan government, which had been in major disputes with Gomez-led Tierrador, began authorizing military exercises within the [[Qalhéq Mountains]], which marked the border between both nations. The Tierradorian government began accusing Istrenyan soldiers of regularly crossing into Tierrador and terrorizing small mountain villages. As diplomatic efforts failed to resolve the dispute, the situation escalated into a full-blown armed conflict. At the onset of the Mosquito War, there was widespread enthusiasm and support for the conflict among the Tierradorian population. The Tierradorian government successfully framed the war as a matter of national pride and territorial integrity. They employed effective propaganda campaigns, appealing to the patriotic sentiments of Tierrador's citizens. This initial surge in support was reflected in high levels of volunteer enlistment, public rallies, and expressions of solidarity with the military. | The Mosquito War was sparked by a longstanding territorial, economic, and political dispute between Tierrador and Istrenya over multiple reasons, including the presence of resource-rich border region known for its abundance of rare minerals and fertile land. The initial tensions dated back not very far, as Istrenya had come off defending their homeland from the [[NIPF]], during the [[Istrenyan Crisis]]. Eventually, the Istrenyan government, which had been in major disputes with Gomez-led Tierrador, began authorizing military exercises within the [[Qalhéq Mountains]], which marked the border between both nations. The Tierradorian government began accusing Istrenyan soldiers of regularly crossing into Tierrador and terrorizing small mountain villages. As diplomatic efforts failed to resolve the dispute, the situation escalated into a full-blown armed conflict. At the onset of the Mosquito War, there was widespread enthusiasm and support for the conflict among the Tierradorian population. The Tierradorian government successfully framed the war as a matter of national pride and territorial integrity. They employed effective propaganda campaigns, appealing to the patriotic sentiments of Tierrador's citizens. This initial surge in support was reflected in high levels of volunteer enlistment, public rallies, and expressions of solidarity with the military. | ||
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===Illegal commerce and Šuhek Incident=== | ===Illegal commerce and Šuhek Incident=== | ||
For the majority of the 1964 calendar year, the rise of illegal commercial activity along the border of Tierrador and Istrenya was the cause for concern within both governments. Istrenyan state media accused the Woqalate of sponsoring illegal activity along the border, while Tierradorian outlets such as [[Tierrador | For the majority of the 1964 calendar year, the rise of illegal commercial activity along the border of Tierrador and Istrenya was the cause for concern within both governments. Istrenyan state media accused the Woqalate of sponsoring illegal activity along the border, while Tierradorian outlets such as [[Tierrador Broadcasting Service|TBS]] and [[Tierrador Post]] claimed the opposite, accusing Koko and the Populist government of state-sponsored drug smuggling. It was proven that several categories of illegal narcotics, most notably [[Takatta Loa|Loa]]-originated [[copium]], [[loreium]], cocaine and amphetamines, however these were mostly from independent street gangs situated along the [[Qalhéq Mountains]]. Many consider this to be the root cause for the Mosquito War. Eventually, by mid-1965, the illegal commerce and ensuing conflicts escalated severely, leading to abnormally severe skirmishes along the Qalhéq border. The conflicts would become entwined with the [[South Cronan Narco Wars]], with some scholars claiming these activities, along with the [[Akwachee War]], as the beginning of the South Cronan Narco Wars. | ||
The Šuhek Incident occurred in June 1965, and was considered the "final straw" for the Woqalate. The Qanačee Commerce Group, a Populist-funded paramilitary cartel, invaded the small Tierradorian exclave of Šuhek and held the residents of the town hostage for several months. The 1,500 residents of the small mountain community were confined to their homes for nearly four months, only being allowed outside for essential needs, such as food or medical needs. Two weeks later, the [[Tierradorian Defense Forces|TDF's]] [[Mountain Patrol Authority]] swarmed into Šuhek and forced the QCG out. | The Šuhek Incident occurred in June 1965, and was considered the "final straw" for the Woqalate. The Qanačee Commerce Group, a Populist-funded paramilitary cartel, invaded the small Tierradorian exclave of Šuhek and held the residents of the town hostage for several months. The 1,500 residents of the small mountain community were confined to their homes for nearly four months, only being allowed outside for essential needs, such as food or medical needs. Two weeks later, the [[Tierradorian Defense Forces|TDF's]] [[Mountain Patrol Authority]] swarmed into Šuhek and forced the QCG out. | ||
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Arcerion, via the Paulastran ambassador to Arcerion, issued a comminque to Tierrador, with who they had no formal relationship or consular office with. The communique outlined the so called 'Ængle Red Line' that was defined as the current IUZ. By breaching, attrition, or otherwise compromising the safety and security of the Istrenyan State within the Unoccupied Zone prior to a diplomatic entreatment via the League of nations, Arcerion would be forced to intervene under the strongest and most firm of methods. | Arcerion, via the Paulastran ambassador to Arcerion, issued a comminque to Tierrador, with who they had no formal relationship or consular office with. The communique outlined the so called 'Ængle Red Line' that was defined as the current IUZ. By breaching, attrition, or otherwise compromising the safety and security of the Istrenyan State within the Unoccupied Zone prior to a diplomatic entreatment via the League of nations, Arcerion would be forced to intervene under the strongest and most firm of methods. | ||
The decision for Arcer involvement caught the Tierradorian government and populace by surprise, due to the heavy miscalculation of the Arcer foreign policy. This proved to be detrimental to the Tierradorian forces, as they were only prepared for pressure from the Arcer government. Because of this, many Tierradorian citizens began to question their trust of the Woqal along with the Defense Forces throughout their campaign in Istrenya. During a press conference in Qabór, Gomez assured that the Arcer involvement was but a “temporary problem” and that there was no need for the populace to worry. Despite this assurance, there was still a widespread increase of skepticism throughout Tierrador, fueled by the uncertainty of the Defense Forces in their campaign. | |||
With the decision made to ignore the warnings of the Confederate Parliament, senior officers and military staff of the Tierradoran military began planning an offensive to try and pin the remaining elements of the Istrenyan 1st Corps against Enunana whilst thrusting multiple brigades towards Karaba's Western suburbs, in a blatant disregard of the Arcer warning. | With the decision made to ignore the warnings of the Confederate Parliament, senior officers and military staff of the Tierradoran military began planning an offensive to try and pin the remaining elements of the Istrenyan 1st Corps against Enunana whilst thrusting multiple brigades towards Karaba's Western suburbs, in a blatant disregard of the Arcer warning. To do so, they would have to conduct a difficult river crossing, as well as maintain air superiority over the IUZ, which would prove more difficult as the heavy fighting had damaged much of the available airhead infrastructure, combined with the 'scorched earth' policy of many Istrenyan officers left little in the way of proper hardened military infrastructure to support the occupying Tierradoran troops. | ||
Intelligence gathered over the weeks of preparation indicated Tierrador was willing to flagrantly violate the terms Arcerion had set out, and preparations began in Kurst to shift Brigades to Moorden Governorate in preparation for action in Istrenya. Veteran officers of the Istrenyan crisis were assigned to create a composite grouping known as Arco Land Force, Istrenya (ALFI) under the command the newly promoted Brigadier [[Iain Gonnegal]], who had commanded the Norham Light Infantry at the [[Istrenyan Crisis|Battle of Teremba]] during the Istrenyan Crisis. Gonnegal had 3 and 9 Rifle Brigades, both recently rotated back from service in Operation Kiln theatre of the Fourth Bush War, with a considerable amount of combat experience. Added to them was 11 Para Brigade, as Gonnegal's rapid reaction force should Tierrador violate the IUZ. A naval task force and accompanying fixed and rotor-wing aircraft accompaniments were also assembled, under a Joint Headquarters (Istrenya), commanded by Lieutenant-General Ted O'Gormley. | Intelligence gathered over the weeks of preparation indicated Tierrador was willing to flagrantly violate the terms Arcerion had set out, and preparations began in Kurst to shift Brigades to Moorden Governorate in preparation for action in Istrenya. Veteran officers of the Istrenyan crisis were assigned to create a composite grouping known as Arco Land Force, Istrenya (ALFI) under the command the newly promoted Brigadier [[Iain Gonnegal]], who had commanded the Norham Light Infantry at the [[Istrenyan Crisis|Battle of Teremba]] during the Istrenyan Crisis. Gonnegal had 3 and 9 Rifle Brigades, both recently rotated back from service in Operation Kiln theatre of the Fourth Bush War, with a considerable amount of combat experience. Added to them was 11 Para Brigade, as Gonnegal's rapid reaction force should Tierrador violate the IUZ. A naval task force and accompanying fixed and rotor-wing aircraft accompaniments were also assembled, under a Joint Headquarters (Istrenya), commanded by Lieutenant-General Ted O'Gormley. | ||
==== Operation Roster ==== | ==== Operation Roster ==== | ||
On the morning of May 5th, 1967 Tierrador's | [[File:1967 Arco Invasion.png|thumb|Disposition of Arcer forces on the morning of 18 May after the insertion of 11 Para Brigade, and the landing of 3 and 9 Rifle Brigades. ]] | ||
On the morning of May 5th, 1967 Tierrador's 22nd and 23rd infantry units began river crossing operations (known in Tierrador as Operation Panther) under a heavy artillery bombardment, displacing many of the Istrenyan troops opposite them, beginning to fracture the two remaining divisions of the Istrenyan 1st Corps, the 3rd and 5th Divisions. News reached Kurst by that evening, and Prime Minister Fleming directed the [[Arcer General Staff]] to deploy forces to protect the IUZ and prevent ITerrador from capturing either Enunana or Karaba. | |||
Arco invades | Arco invades. | ||
=== Deployment of Arcer Forces === | === Deployment of Arcer Forces === | ||
[[File:IStrenya 1.jpg|thumb|A soldier from the Norham Light Infantry clears out a Tierradoran bunker during the 1967 Arcer counteroffensive in Istrenya. ]] | |||
Counteroffensive | Counteroffensive | ||
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== Tierradorian domestic reactions == | == Tierradorian domestic reactions == | ||
The early stages of the Mosquito War were sparked by the success in the [[Lakawachee War]], which then caused a surge of nationalistic fervor and pride among the Tierradorian populace. Many took to the streets of Qabór and Krauža. The swift and seemingly victorious military actions fueled a sense of unity and optimism, with citizens believing that their nation was on the path to even greater glory and prosperity. However, as Arcerion, a more formidable adversary, entered the picture, the dynamics of the war shifted dramatically. The once-confident Tierradorian military found itself facing greater challenges and setbacks. Despite Gomez providing reassurances of continued Tierradorian prosperity, the reality on the ground began to erode public confidence. However, as the tide began to turn against Tierradorian forces, the initial optimism waned as the harsh realities of war became apparent. Families and communities across Tierrador experienced the toll firsthand, with the loss of loved ones who were conscripted with little to no military experience. The economic strain did not help the situation, as the limited resources back home caused frustration with the Tierradorian populace. | |||
As casualties increased, support for the war effort dwindled, and a somber atmosphere settled over the nation. In late 1968, the dissatisfaction and frustration with the ongoing war erupted into open dissent. Riots broke out in the southeast part of the region, particularly in [[West Sačia]] and [[Ambaqwe]]. These areas, bearing the brunt of the conflict's impact, became hotbeds of anti-war sentiment. The unrest quickly spread across the entire nation by early 1969, fueled by a combination of war weariness, economic strain, and a growing sense of disillusionment with the Tierradorian leadership. Many [[Administrative divisions of Tierrador#Regions & Collectivities|Regions]] of Tierrador deployed [[State Patrol (Tierrador)|state troopers]] to deter the rioters, to little avail. The riots served as a visible manifestation of the deep-seated discontent within the population. Calls for an end to the conflict and a reevaluation of Tierrador's involvement in the war echoed through the streets. The Woqalate faced increasing pressure to address the concerns of its citizens and find a resolution to a conflict that had once been embraced with enthusiasm but now cast a shadow over the nation's well-being. | |||
== Dalton Accords == | == Dalton Accords == | ||
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[[Category:Wars]] | [[Category:Wars]] | ||
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