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Guten Tag Meine Kameraden! I'm Hannes Boehmermann, bringing you today's broadcast from Kolonenhaus am Platz der Republik direct to you all across the Vaterland!
NEWSFLASH: Kusari war intensifies! Rheinland forces threaten enemy heartland!

Der Kriegsherald's Tonight's top story, meine Herren: the intensifying conflict with our fiendish enemies from Kusari. Troops of Kampfgruppe Bayern have won hard-fought victories against Kusari Naval Forces along Rheinland's borders, forcing them back deep into Kusari space.

Welcome back dear viewer! As many of you may know, Kampfgruppe Bayern. under the command of Admiral Franz Bäke, reinforced by forces from Dresden, and forces arriving from New Berlin, have been ensuring the integrity of Rheinland's borders. Our brave forces were able to intercept and engage a substantial invasion force of the Kusari Navy attemtping to violate the sanctity of our borders. Der Kriegsherald is able to report that fierce fighting over several days saw our heroic forces drive back the enemy with heavy casualties, reporting the destruction of a great number of enemy ships. This feat surely attests to the great heroism of our Jungs at the front!

Marching triumphant from victory for victory, our brave brothers of Rheinland Militär forces of KG Bayern under the command of General Kossuth launched a series of daring raids deep into the enemy's heartland, no doubt striking fear into the hearts of our enemies! Realizing the enemy's weakness, our valiant forces advanced deep into the heart of Kusari threatenging even Honshu itself. We have shown our foe that the Sigmas are Rheinlands' - now and always!

Join our very own Louise Rohn tonight, for the full story!
For now, this is Hannes Boehmermann, returning you to your scheduled programming.

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Guten Abend Citizens of Rheinland and Soldaten of Rheinland Military and Polizei, my name is Louise Rohn and welcome to our daily broadcast and here are today's main events. Our Rheinland leaders, concerned about the welfare of the Citizen of our Federal Republic decided to take into consideration two additional planets within our borders to mitigate the problems at Nuremberg. The names and the locations of the planets are at the moment kept secret, but sources say that it will require minimum intervention to prepare them for mass movement of people.

At the same time, as we all know, the Bundestag decided that planet Saigon in Sigma 21 is a suitable candidate for colonization. In interests humanity we moved to develop the planet and to begin the colonization process but cold-hearted elements of Kusari Naval Forces and Gas Miners Guild forced us into a war which we do not want, but in which we fight for the good of our people.

In this War of Defense that was imposed on our People and our Nation, our gallant heroes are the pilots of the Armed Forces which are fighting for our Republic's welfare in the far flung systems of Sigma and we intend to ensure that every single one of their heroic deeds is transmitted with the same deadly accuracy with which they fight our there for us! Rheinland forces were able to establish a foothold in the space around the planet with minimal loses but there are reports from within the Oberkommando that Battleship Hyono and a Gas Miner Battleship have been deployed in the area to sustain their cruel attacks against our brave Soldiers.

Foolhardish boldness by the Hessians under the impression that nothing can stop them, will be curtailed. The Oberkommando and Admiral Bäke decided that is time for a show of strength against all criminal elements and stationed the Kampfgruppe Altenberg in Omega 7 to assist die Polizei in securing the system and increase the Rheinland Corporation presence there. Now more than ever the bravery of our Piloten will count!

*She sends the camera a charming smile*

In response to the announcement by Rheinland High Command which named Cologne as being Strategically Important, Kampfgruppe Strausberg has been ordered from the southern front into the system to secure key stations and planets. Bundestag Advisors had requested our Militär to make sure that Hessian and other criminals in the area will find no shelter, crushed beneath the might of our glorious forces!

*small cough to correct her voice*

Kampfgruppe Westfalen und Karlsruhe are having the same standing orders as from the end of Liberty-Rheinland War, to protect and secure Rheinland interests in the Systems of Hamburg and Stuttgart. They are reporting a drop of 30% in crime activites compared with the past year, a true credit to the hard work of the men and women of those Geschwader. Keep up the good work! The other Kampfgruppen have been ordered by Oberkommand to enter their mandatory maintenance time and to be on stand by to participate on our Fronts. So if you're assigned somewhere a little dull boys, remember: you'll get your chance soon!

*Rheinlandic Music Plays*

*Louise Rohn appeared on the screens with a smile on the face*

Welcome back. We go now to Admiral Bäke, who had a comment regarding the situation in Sigma and on our Borderworlds:
*static appears and after a few seconds Admiral Franz Bäke in his full uniform at a podium becomes visible*

All this Hessian movement and their rabid followers are really not achieving anything, they are punishing the citizens of our Republic with their attacks. They really must stop this attacks for the sake of the people. You cannot disrupt the trade lines and the connections between our systems and say that you act for the good of the people. Nein! You act for yourself. They say that they are protecting the good citizens and they portrait us as evil tools of the government but are we the ones that destroys the shipments intended for our people? Or are they?

I must say that the situation will get fully under our control once the Hessian Kommand is found and eliminated and if this will not happen soon, severe measures will be taken against any collaborators and all the others helping them. We are here to protect the people and the nation, we are not the mindless drones that they portray of us. We are the same as you, normal citizens who felt that they are ready for the supreme sacrifice for the general good. We hope to resolve this ... in a civilized manner without further collateral damage. We are moving our assets to restore stability und to assist die Polizei in their actions, not to disrupt the citizens from their day to day activities.
No further questions, please.

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We will be back after a short break, meine Herren. Stay tuned!

*commercial advertising beginning*

Rohn: Guten Abend Damen und Herren, my name is Louise Rohn. I am here today with Rheinwehr Flieger Jan Faber, assigned to the Fliegerstaffel here, aboard the RNC Falkengraf. Herr Faber, thank you for speaking with me today.

Faber: *big smile* Any chance to talk to the most beautiful lady aboard, g'nadige frau!

Rohn: *chuckles* Oh come now... So, Jan, where are you from? How long have you been with the Rheinwehr?

Faber: I vas commissioned just a little over a year ago, after completing my training with the Reserveflotte... erhm, so ja...

Rohn: Did you have a reason for joining, Pilot?

Faber: Well... I guess I didn't want to be left behind when all my friends were going to fight for the Vaterland. And well, the pay is not so bad!

Rohn: And you're enjoying life in the Militär?

Faber: Ja. You know, of course, its not always easy... we are long away from our families, and the training... well the Kapitan likes to keep us active. But ja, in
the end...its... its like a brotherhood we have here, a family. I can think of nowehere better to be!

Rohn: But when you're out here fighting a cruel enemy who wish to destroy Rheinland, are you ever afraid?

Faber: Of course, but when we fly, I am not alone. I am surrounded by my brothers who will fight for me, like I do for them. But ja... sometimes late at night,
or out on a quiet patrol its hard not to think about it. I... I try not to think about it, to think about my family and friends. Everything we do out here is for them...

Rohn: So, does all this ever get any easier?

Faber: Nein ma'am... it gets harder. We're not losing just Soldaten or Piloten out there,... we're... we're losing friends, family.' *The man tears up*
But we have a job to do; a duty to protect our home, our people... to Rheinland.
*The young man's eyes linger noticably on the screen displaying the day's casualty reports*
I will keep doing my duty until I am dead, or I am relieved...

Rohn: *quietly, clasps soldiers arm with hand* Danke.
*Stepping Away*

*Rheinlandic Music Plays*

We came here to show the world how our great Militär operates, but we found that behind the green fatigues and grey flight suits there are humans, deeply flawed maybe, but they are doing their part into securing our future among the stars - making sure that what makes us Rheinlandic will not die, that our way of life and our customs are preserved for generations to come. We came here to make a report but we found a story; a story that is lived aboard each of our vessels.

*Rheinlandic Music Intensifies*

And now, it will be the duty of Der Kriegsherald, to present you the stories that hide behind each individual that are part of our Military, what makes them human and what makes them great.

This is Louise Rohn saying Gute Nacht, brave soldiers of Rheinland.

Ehrenliste
Das Rheinland Militaer Oberkommando, Rheinwehr hereby announced the following honors, decorations and promotions. We commend each recipient to their new rights and
duties.

Der Kriegsherald wishes Admiral von Braun the very best in his hard earned retirement!
Gefreiter Heinrich Hiestand, promoted to Feldwebel.
Gefreiter Reinhardt von Ehrenberg, promoted to Feldwebel.
Flieger Erik Heindrich, joining the Great Rheinwehr!
Flieger Rosa Cossette D'Elise, joining the Great Rheinwehr!
Flieger Koloman Auspitz, joining the Great Rheinwehr!
Flieger Hartmut Mueller, joining the Great Rheinwehr!

Fahndung
From the Office of Judge Advocate General; on behalf of Das Rheinland Militaer Oberkommando, Rheinwehr and Bundespolizei Rheinland, all stations are notified of the following
Fahndungen and Militaer-Gericht Ausgaben:

Fahndungen

Rheinwehr technical department announces aquisition of 50,000 new Daumann Super-Shredder Weapons!	Rheinwehr Technical Department Announces New Generation of Y-Series Interchanges	The old Kreuzer RNC-Kormoran to be scuppered as part of training excercise!
Speaking from aboard the Battleship Strausberg, Rheinwehr Technical Operations spokesperson Willem van Maas announced today the aquisition of 50,000 new Daumann made Super-Shredder Series weapons. The announcement comes just days after an internal security review revealed a potentially critical equipment shortage in the case of a rapid deployment of the Kampfgruppe's ground contingents. The equipment acquisition follows a trend of similar uparmements at stations and outposts all across Rheinland. While some see this as a routine cycling of front-line equipment, other sources hint at greater preparations being undertaken by the Militaer. Your guess is as good as ours, dear reader, but one thing is sure: armed with the new Daumann Super-Shredder, our Soldaten will surely prevail! From RNC Strausberg, Felix Krause Reporting.	Speaking from Wachthaus Neu Berlin Military Headquarters yesterday, Rheinwehr Spokesperson Jens Schubert announced that the Rheinwehr is now pressing ahead with its plan outlined in last years budgetary commitment reports, to roll out into series production the new generation of Y-Series Interchanges manufactured by Daumann. Gmbh. The Y-S100 Series Interchangewhen rolled out five years ago drastically improved the efficiency of shipboard fault-monitoring systems over older D-Series models. Despite concerns from some officials over the projects higher than expected development costs, the new interchange - officially designated the Y-200-i3 - reportedly showed a 13% reduction in overall electro-flow stressors over its predecessors. With this announcement, the Rheinwehr is acting on its commitment to maintain the cuttingedge. Many technical staff, it seems are also not happy however. One maintenance engineer, who wished to remain unnamed, commented: 'Oh gott, we only just finished installing all of the last series...' From New Berlin, Angela Siebert Reporting.	Here, aboard the Straussberg, there is an air of excitement today in anticipation of the last passing of the old Nomad War-era Kreuzer RNC-Kormoran, making its last long passage across Rheinland toward what will be its final resting place in the Weisskugelfeld. The old Kreuzer, well past its prime, has served as an administrative, support and training vessel for more than 20 Jahre, and tomorrow meets an honorable end as the target in training mission 'Fuchsrudel'. Both sadness and joy have been expressed here. Many Kadets still remember the training they received aboard the old ship, while others voiced the thought that 'its about time'; others still simply can't wait to blow the old girl up! From us here at Der Kriegsherald, we salute the long service of RNC-Kormoran! Reporting from RNC Straussberg, this is Felix Krause signing off.

Before we leave you tonight Kameraden, we present to you this edition's Special Picture Pick of the Woche! From The Guncrews on board Vizeadmiral Falke Schneider's flagship!

'Feuer Frei!
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Bannorn · 02-04-2019, 03:04 PM,

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Newsflash: Rheinwehr Smashes Corsairs!

Battle in the Omicron Xi system!

*Rheinland Anthem Plays*

Guten abend meine Damen und Herren! In today's Wochenedition of Der Kriegsherald we find ourselves once again able to sing the praises of our gallant and heroic Piloten and Offiziere! Ever vigilant to threats against the Vaterland, they have struck the Corsairs a fierce blow!

In the past week, following reports from Kampfgruppe Schwerin in Nuremberg indicating that Corsair activity was picking up around the Nordlingen passage into the Omicron Xi star-system, Admiral Franz Bäke himself led the response force comprised of elements of several Kampfgruppen, to smash the outlaws! Official sources in the Rheinwehr were able to confirm that after entering the Omicron Xi system, the taskfroce rapidly tracked down and engaged enemy forces positioned near the Schlachtschiff Delos. Certain sources of Der Kriegsherald, who wished to remain unnamed, suggest that they may even have been gathering for a raid on Rheinland civilian targets - when contacted, the Marinenachrichtendiesnt "Has no comment." We must be grateful then, tonight, for the swift response of our Rheinwehr defenders.

Speaking from aboard the RNC-Falkengraf, ship-commander von Ehrenberg had this to say: "So swift and merciless was our strike, the enemy crumbles before us - gott, the rearguard elements never even made it into the fray before it was all over!"

Indeed Der Kriegsherald's front-line reporters embeded with the fleet aboard the RNC Dortmund, describe the battles as almost anti-climactic. Speaking to Soldaten aboard, comments such as "They simply don't have the fight in them for a Rheinland Kampfgruppe." Another man, one of our brave bomber Piloten was overheard saying: "Ze only good Corsair is a dead Corsair... and Bäke will kill them all!"

Death to the Corsairs!

There you have it Kameraden: You are marching from front to front, from victory to victory. Wherever our brave Soldaten go, Der Kriegsherald will be there with them. For today, this is Hannes Boehmermann signing off, enjoy the rest of our scheduled broadcast: the news direkt from the front!

Republican Shipping Announces Efforts Against Piracy

According to reports coming in from all over the Omega systems in recent weeks, it is clear that piracy in those systems is still alive and well. Increased attacks against Rheinland and foreign traders alike have led our house's very own Republican Shipping to announce a series of bounties on pirates operating in those systems. According to somereports, Junker piracy in particular has been a key point of concern of late.

Speaking from Republican Shipping headquaters at Ingolstadt , CE0 Niklas Mayer had this to say:

It is well known and we have been reminded that the omegas are filled with pirates. But something had to be done to push these pirates back, when piracy turns to murder. Thankfully Rheinland law enforcement and Bretonia has answered the call. I have seen first hand the presence of both houses interacting in O-3.

I will therefore be allowing Republican Shipping pilots to continue to transverse through to Bretonia, but if matters gets worse I may have to put a stop to that until such time that it quietens down. The cost of human life is far above the loss of cargo.

To ensure all trade may flow freely, we have brought together escorts and traders, and are pushing to expand our security division. In time we will be able to force our way through the Omegas. We request that everyone that is affected by these individuals to contact us and give us details so we can put it on the Bounty Board.

Bounties have been placed upon the initial instigators, Junkers Sirius wide. After very postive consultation with Junker Congress we will limit it to only the Omegas. And I remind you all: the 8 million credit bounties are open even to our brave Helden of the Rheinwehr!

That was Republican CEO Meyer, kameraden. We go now to a live conference with Republican Shipping's Chief of Security, Horst Langer, aboard a security vessel in the Omegas:

Louise Rohn: Guten Abend Herr Langer, thank you for joining us today!
Langer: Guten Abend Kriegsherald! *chuckle* Hi Mom!
Louise Rohn: So what does the situation look like in Omega-7 and Omega-3? We've been getting alot of conflicting reports here, can you clarify for our viewers?
Langer: Well it is simple, really. Pirates think they can push traders around, but I am very proud to see the response not only from our Rheinwehr protectors, but also from even the Bretonnians and free people of these systems. Its been gut, even in tough times people will come together.
Louise Rohn: You mentioned a few different groups there, what is Republican itself doing to resolve the situation?
Langer: *laugh* Well, that is where I and the security forces come in... We are here to escort any trader that needs it. And of course to show these verdamnten Piraten that we are well armed and more than willing to fight for what is ours!
Louise Rohn: There you have it dear viewers, direct from the front as only Der Kriegsherald can bring the news to you. Herr Langer, thank you for your time tonight.

In response to the events of the past week, Admiral Franz Bäke, citing the paramount importance of the security of the Vaterland, announced that Kampfgruppe Altenburg would be further reinforced by the Kreuzer RNC-Elsass, a squadron of gunboats, along with a number of fighter and bomber wings to protect trade in the area in accordance with our treaties.

We wish our brothers going to eradicate these filth the very best of hunting. Lang lebe Rheinland! Along with the ever increasing number of security ships, bounty hunters and even Bretonnian fleet assets, Der Kriegsherald is as sure as you are, Kameraden: Crime does not pay!

[i]-This article was sponsored by Republican Shipping-[i]

Incident at Aland!
According to as of yet unconfirmed reports from the Omega-3 system, a notorious hot-spot for undesirable elements that blights the border's of our glorious Republik, there was a fierce confrontation near Aland station involving ALG Gmbh. and a ship of the Bretonnian Admiralty. Unconfirmed witness reports uncovered by our reporter on the scene, Felix Krause, indicate an exchange of fire over a access-rights-dispute.

When contacted for comment, ALG Chief of Security, Kai Richter, had this to say:

It's quite simple. The battlecruiser Erdbeben was undocked from Aland Shipyard, and an error in Bretonian recordkeeping led the BAF to believe that the ship wasn't permitted to operate in the area. We were asked to clear the area, but given the situation with the IMG, we did not want to leave our position. The BAF, upon checking the records, decided to open fire, and we were forced to seek refuge in the shipyard."

As this current process ongoing, it's hard for us to comment on Omega developments not related to the Omega-3 situation. We must issue condemnation against Bretonia's aggressive stance in the southern Omegas. We endorse the independence of the Zoners of Omega-49.

Given the extreme precariousness of this situation, we cannot give comments on what may or may not happen. The crown of Bretonia has given us nothing but trouble and ultimately hostility. In ALG's view, it may well work out better for Bretonia's citizens, as well as their business partners, if New London falls and a change of government takes place.

Would you like to know more? Have an opinion? Join our discussion on: Kriegsherald Extra-Net.
More news, from in front of the lines!

Ehrenliste
Das Rheinland Militär Oberkommando, Rheinwehr hereby announced the following honors, decorations and promotions. We commend each recipient to their new rights and duties.

We congratulate:

General Karl von Moltke, promoted General der Landstreitkräfte.

Feldwebel Heinrich Hiestand, promoted Hauptmann.

That's it for today's Wochenedition, from all of us here at the Kolonenhaus am Platz der Republik: Safe skies! And before we leave you today, Kameraden, we present you the Wochenedition's Witz Der Woche: From the Flieger of Atmospheric Flieger Squad 119 at Hamburg!

"How can you tell a Rhein-Militär soldier and and Marinenachrichtendienst man apart on the range? The soldier shoots a 10/10, the MND carefully cleans his fingerprints off the weapon!"

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Bannorn · 02-15-2019, 11:53 PM,

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Guten abend! Der Kriegsherald's top story tonight: Breaking News from the Bundestag! Bundestag introduces sweeping new measures in response to an empassioned request by the leader of our great Rheinwehr: Admiral Franz Bäke. Our political correspondent Klara Thiesler is on scene, and we take you now straight to the heart of the story, unfolding on New Berlin.

We're here outside the Bundestag buildings, where Ministers and Representatives have been locked in a fourteen hour debate - a debate that some inside observers are are saying may go well into the night, even into tomorrow. According to reports, the topic of discussion was Admiral Bäke's proposed sweeping reforms aimed at revitalising the Rheinwehr and putting Rheinland on the right footing for decades to come.

Although few representatives have been available for comment, we were able to briefly catch up with Representative Ebhard Schrotter, who had this to say: "Ja, now of course it seems all very dramatic, I'm sure... *small chuckle* But really its all very boring, I'm afraid. You see... with an initiative like this, there are a great many specifics that need to be considered, whether that be budgetary adjustments, or simply a matter of implementing the proposal in a clear, concise and consistent way that will deliver the desired outcome in a way that is both effective and fair to the Rheinic people."

Given the clear and present need for the Admiral's proposals, however, the measure has gathered clear partisan support even across traditional party lines. As with any democratic measure, there have been some dissenting voices - notably Representative Paulus Übler, a member of the minor Freistaat party, who tendered this resignation yesterday, saying that "No militarised state can ultimately be truly democratic! Under any government an overgrown military establishment is inauspicious to liberty, but I say: No! I will not be a part of of a house that would rather fight its enemies than talk to them." He reportedly stormed out of the Bundestag to jeers of 'Gut so' and 'Good riddance'. Given Herr Übler's well known Kusarian connections, kusarian wife and his alleged ties to national syndicalist terrorists, the hollow announcement comes as no surprise to anyone, I'm sure.

Meanwhile, others have been more concilliatory. In particular, the aging Representative Peter Jähn, as a long-serving veteran of the Liberty and Nomad Wars has been traditionally resistant to military measures during his career in the Bundestag - and even warned at the outbreak of the war that "the Sigmas are where empires go to die", and instead advocated "a war fought with the pen, not the lives of Rheinland's youth." Nonetheless, in a statement released yesterday evening via the Neural Net showed measured support for the proposal, saying that "I have stood against this war, I have long spoken out against the death and the killing; but if we must fight a war then at least our Jungs should have the tools they need to win it."

Although many of the exact specifics of how the plan will be implemented remain classified, the Admiral's speech last week gave us some clear indiciations; with our government hard at work implementing these much needed changes, we are sure to begin seeing the results soon! Der Kriegsherald contacted the Bundestag Public Relations Office, and received a response from Emma Lehmann, Bundestag Spokesperson for Military Affairs. For the full details on Admiral Bäke's speech, stay tuned - that's up next tonight on Der Kriegsherald!

Guten Abend sehr geehrter Herr,

Das Bundesmilitäramt thanks you for your patriotic interest regarding Regierungsvorschreibung L.XMR76-1087; proposal for integrated militär-solutions for the year 826. The plan will revitalise Rheinland both militarily and economically, providing a firm foundation upon which the Militär can build its defense of our great nation.

The Rheinwehr will be better able to carry out its task, and is pleased to see such wide support for these measures, not just in the Bundestag but also amongst the people we fight for. We have pledged to implementing the reforms in the most efficient manner, and promise to ensure minimum disruption to the populace during the transition.

Due to the nature of the ordenance, there are naturally details that cannot be revealed to the public for reasons of State security. A public announcement of key details is scheduled to be made in the near future, and I can therefore confirm to you the key features of the new directives to be implemented:

In addition to key economic measures that will reinforce Rheinlands ability to undertake and supply further military efforts, the acts will provide the Rheinwehr Militär with the necessary tools and powers they need to effectively fulfil their duty to Rheinland, while additional resources will be made available to modernize, upgrade and expand on our military equipment. The Rheinwehr is currently undertaking the appropriate studies which will permit the smooth integration of the Rheinland Bundespolizei, in supported of a planned expansion of both the fleet and the Rheinheer Landstreitkräfte.

To answer your personal query: I am sorry but we are unable to provide you with an answer, as the Rheinwehr does not keep up-to-date records of the whereabouts of animals kept as pets by our civilian contractors, although ownership of the named animal would be in violation of Rheinland legal codes, and should therefore be reported if found.

Signed, Hpt. Emma Lehmann,
Rheinwehr Pressedienstoffizier, Bundesmilitäramt,
Bundesburogebäude 19 am Regierungsplatz, Neu Berlin.

As you may have heard about the rumour-mill, Kameraden, a few days ago, Fleet Admiral Franz Bäke made a speech outlying his plan for the future of Rheinland's war efforts; a handfast strategy to bring yet more victories to the storied history of Rheinland. Without further ado we take you now to the Admiral, but remember to join our in-depth discussion and analysis with Herr Doctor Ulrich Lommer on Der Kriegsherald Extra!

*Screen fades to black, then fades to video feed of Admiral Bäke*

*Rheinland Anthem Plays*

In a small room from deep within the Bundestag building, Fleet Admiral Franz Bake was preparing to take his place on the podium to present the case to the Bundestag.

“Frauleins and Gentlemens, Thank you for this opportunity to present the situation from Military perspective.

I know you are used with good news but now I want to present you the truth. The truth is that we are facing too many conflicts without the necessary manpower. But I want first to present the kampfgruppe situations.

We had occupied the space around Saigon with less losses than expected but there are reports from within the Oberkommando that Battleship Hyono and a Gas Miner Battleship have been deployed in the area. I had ordered to reinforce Kampfgruppe Bayern with elements from Dresden Fleet, and after the withdrawal of Kampfgruppe Altenburg from Dresden, it has been sent to Omega 7 to assist die Polizei in securing the system and increase the Rheinland Corporation presence there.

On the same note, Kampfgruppe Strausberg has been ordered to Cologne system to secure the system against any possible criminal incursions. Kampfgruppe Westfalen und Karlsruhe are having the same standing orders as from the end of Liberty-Rheinland War, to protect and secure Rheinland interests in the Systems of Hamburg and Stuttgart. The other Kampfgruppen has been orderd by Oberkommand to enter the mandatory maintenance time and to be on stand by to participate on our Fronts. “

*He stopped and coughed to prepare his voice. With a press of his button, the Sigma-21 system appears on a screen behind him*

“About Sigma Front: As you all know Sigma-15 is our main way of reinforcing the ships around Saigon but we learned from Gallia that stretched supply lines are a vulnerable thing. Thus, it came into consideration the need for additional ships and pilots to give to Sigma-15 and Sigma-13 the features of a defensible line. But for that I have to ask the following. “

*The maps zoomed out and the Rheinland Flag appears.*

“Sirs, we are in times of need. We are fighting the Kusarians in the north and the Hessians in the south. Internally we are fighting against various criminal elements. With all due respect to Polizei, they are outgunned by the heavy ships of the pirates.

Thus I propose the following:
First, the Rheinland Military to have the ability to request to civilian corporations to assist in construction of new ships or new equipment, requesting to civilian shipyards to convert partially its capacity to military ships production. In short, to move to a war economy until we can build sufficient additional forces.

Second, Rheinland Military is in dire need of Pilots and Ship Specialists. While training a new pilot can take months or years, I propose that any RFP pilot that is with more then 4 years of flying under his or her belt to be moved to Military. They will get additional training and will be able to fly heavier ships and assist in our goal. On other hand, Trainees from Militär will serve at first with the Polizei, to acquire some combat experience before being sent to front lines.

Thirdly, Rheinland Federal Polizei to be militarised. They will receive new and heavier ship types along with the new gear. Their Pilots will be trained by Rheinland Military Instructors, being trained in military combat and fleet tatics. The Idea is for Polizei to be able to deal with Pirates on their own due to this changes, thus allowing the Military to send additional forces to frontlines.

Fourth, Militär would require additional financial means to raise around 500.000 Ground Soldiers to increase the Ground Forces presence. Weapons and heavy machines are needed, such as hover tanks and even normal speeders.

Thank you for your time.

*Bäke bows and stands ready to accept any questions from the board.*

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More news, from in front of the lines!

Lebenslauf eines Helden

With the recent retirement of Kontraadmiral Falke Schneider, Der Kriegsherald looks back over the career of a true Hero of Rheinland. Like many of Rheinland's greatest heroes, Falke Schneider's career has a humble beginning; assigned as a Flieger to Fliegerschwadron 121 of Kampfgruppe Dresden, he soon cut his teeth flying fighter-defensive missions in the the fierce fighting against our old foe. Noted for his skills, he was soon promoted, and assigned to the Hamburg Defense Fleet. Although garrison duty bought the young pilot few opportunities to shine, he furthered his studies and skills in this time, like many others under the watchful eye of their Kommandant.

It was the outbreak of war with Liberty that would catapult Herr Schneider to the forefront once again. Called for active service as part of the Bering Offensive, he distinguished himself in the early phases of the campaign, notably for the actions of his squadron in actions around Planet Hudson. His actions bought him a transfer to the 211 Special Warfare Squadron, assigned to special tasks and critical missions in Libertonian space. It was as part of this unit that he would witness the grim day that the Militaer retreated from Bering, and he was amongst the last to pass through the Jumpgate before it was sealed.

For his outstanding bravery and his demonstrated leadership abilities, he was appointed Hauptman and sent to complete his command training at the Offiziersakademie. Following his graduation, he was selected for his tactical command abilities, and assigned to the Oberkommando. During his time with the high command, he would again and again show his skills in battle, and cool under pressure.

In time he would reach the lofty-rank of Konteradmiral der Rheinwehr, the duties of which he would serve admirably and competently for some years. No doubt weary, and having well earned his retirement with long and meritorious service, Kontraadmiral Falke Schneider retired earlier this month to his home estates. As with all retiring command officers, he is appointed Hauptmann der Reserveflotte, and will no doubt fight along side us again should Rheinland call! In the meantime, we all wish him peace and happiness in his retirement.

Ehrenliste

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Der Kriegsherald wishes Konteradmiral Falke Schneider the very best in his hard earned retirement!

And last but not least before we leave you tonight, dear viewer, we present you Der Kriegsherald's Witz der Woche. From the men of Batterie 1081 - Flugabwehrverteidung Neu Berlin:

*Knock Knock*
Hessian: Hello, who is there?
MND: We will ask ze questions!

**Connection Terminated**
**Connection Established: GNN Network Services**
**Frequency GNN-RH/FNS-DKH-67G- Stable**
[END TRANSMISSION]

Out-of-Character Notes:

Huge thanks to the following for their input!
Felipe
Grey
Vova
Attreides
Falke

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