Re: Monarquía Hispánica

[Kilani]

In light of the ongoing liberal revolutions and with the tacit support of Aranda, Gaspar Melchor de Jovellanos publishes a work heavily influenced by Adam Smith's Wealth of Nations, the Informe en el expediente de ley agraria , in which he explores the need for land reform within the Kingdom. One of his proposed solutions is the sale of Church land and the breaking up of large estates.

[Kilani]

108.315 total

1795

Total Income: 108.315
Total Upkeep: 45.55
Available: 63.67

5.6 - 8 BB1 - 56/56, year 10 of 10 (the new Santa Ana class; intended to replace the older 1st rates completely once they're out of the yards [Santa Ana, Mejicano, Conde de Regla, Salvador del Mundo, Real Carlos, Principe de Austurias, San Hermenegildo])
3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 2 of 6; 6/9
2 - 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 2 of 4; 3/6
3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 1 of 6; 3/9
2 - 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 1 of 4; 2/6
6 - fortified area (Cadiz) [12/12]
10 - fortified area (Cueta) [12/12]

Loan from FC of 27 pts:
10 garrison divisions (peacetime field army)

Construction Paid off, but in progress:
3 BB2 [Replacements - year 6 of 6
3 BB2 [Replacements - 9/9; year 5 of 6
Naval Yard [year 10 of 10; Lima]

Kingdoms of Naples and Sicily (Controlled by Spanish King as personal union, builds and military are separate of that of Spain )(client state) remaining funds to the Spanish Crown
Population: 6.7 million (5 million in Naples, 1.7 million in Sicily)
1.675 in taxes
Port: Naples (1 point)
Craft Center: Naples (1 point)
Resources: 1 Palermo (1 point)
merchant marine: 3 merchant flotilla (1.5 points)

2 Fortresses( Palermo, Naples) for .5 points
12 garrison brigades (2 each Naples, Taranto, Syracuse, Palermo, Aquila, Potenza) for 1.2 points
Mobilizes into an Expeditionary Army during war time; increases to 5.5 points
6 Brigs for .6 points

[Kilani]

1796

Total Income: 108.315
Total Upkeep: 52.9
Available: 55.415


3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 4 of 6; 9/9
2 - 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 3 of 4; 6/6
3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 2 of 6; 6/9
2 - 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 2 of 4; 4/6
3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 1 of 6; 3/9
2 - 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 1 of 4; 2/6
32.67 - loan payoff




Kingdoms of Naples and Sicily (Controlled by Spanish King as personal union, builds and military are separate of that of Spain )(client state) remaining funds to the Spanish Crown
Population: 6.7 million (5 million in Naples, 1.7 million in Sicily)
1.675 in taxes
Port: Naples (1 point)
Craft Center: Naples (1 point)
Resources: 1 Palermo (1 point)
merchant marine: 3 merchant flotilla (1.5 points)

2 Fortresses( Palermo, Naples) for .5 points
12 garrison brigades (2 each Naples, Taranto, Syracuse, Palermo, Aquila, Potenza) for 1.2 points
Mobilizes into an Expeditionary Army during war time; increases to 5.5 points
6 Brigs for .6 points



108.315 total

1797

Total Income: 108.315
Total Upkeep: 52.9
Available: 55.415

3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 4 of 6
4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 4 of 4
3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 3 of 6; 9/9
2 - 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 3 of 4; 6/6
3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 2 of 6; 3/9
2 - 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 2 of 4; 4/6
3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 2 of 6; 3/9
2 - 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 2 of 4; 4/6


Kingdoms of Naples and Sicily (Controlled by Spanish King as personal union, builds and military are separate of that of Spain )(client state) remaining funds to the Spanish Crown
Population: 6.7 million (5 million in Naples, 1.7 million in Sicily)
1.675 in taxes
Port: Naples (1 point)
Craft Center: Naples (1 point)
Resources: 1 Palermo (1 point)
merchant marine: 3 merchant flotilla (1.5 points)

2 Fortresses( Palermo, Naples) for .5 points
12 garrison brigades (2 each Naples, Taranto, Syracuse, Palermo, Aquila, Potenza) for 1.2 points
Mobilizes into an Expeditionary Army during war time; increases to 5.5 points
6 Brigs for .6 points

[Kilani]

Confiscation of Aranda

In 1797, after negotiations between the Church and the Aranda ministry, the King signs off on authorizing the sale of up to 50% of Church-owned properties within the Kingdom of Spain, although it is currently limited to the metropole. The program is aimed at smaller "two ox" farmers rather than large land-owners and proceeds from the sale will be used to establish loans for such small landholders. Concurrently the Kingdom will provide loans and other assistance for such small landholders in order to allow them to hold onto these purchases.

[Kilani]

1798

Total Income: 108.315
Total Upkeep: 52.9
Available: 55.415

10 pts from sale of church lands

3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 5 of 6
3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 4 of 6
4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 4 of 4
3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 3 of 6; 9/9
2- 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 3 of 4; 6/6
3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 2 of 6; 6/9
2 - 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 2 of 4; 4/6
6 - establish bases and depots for mountain campaign in Peru


Kingdoms of Naples and Sicily (Controlled by Spanish King as personal union, builds and military are separate of that of Spain )(client state) remaining funds to the Spanish Crown
Population: 6.7 million (5 million in Naples, 1.7 million in Sicily)
1.675 in taxes
Port: Naples (1 point)
Craft Center: Naples (1 point)
Resources: 1 Palermo (1 point)
merchant marine: 3 merchant flotilla (1.5 points)

2 Fortresses( Palermo, Naples) for .5 points
12 garrison brigades (2 each Naples, Taranto, Syracuse, Palermo, Aquila, Potenza) for 1.2 points
Mobilizes into an Expeditionary Army during war time; increases to 5.5 points
6 Brigs for .6 points

[Kilani]

In mid-1799, the Spanish court announces that it has reached a deal with the French regarding French Louisiana and that it will pass back to Spanish hands for an undisclosed sum.

Spanish agents from Havana and Texas are expected to arrive in New Orleans to announce the trade and to once more raise the flag over the territory.

[Ottoman]

In mid-1799, the Spanish court announces that it has reached a deal with the French regarding French Louisiana and that it will pass back to Spanish hands for an undisclosed sum.

Spanish agents from Havana and Texas are expected to arrive in New Orleans to announce the trade and to once more raise the flag over the territory.

By the time the Spanish agents arrived in New Orleans, they are politely told to leave, as they don't accept the radical government in Paris. The reactionary government in Louisiana declares its full independence as the Duchy of Louisiana.

[Kilani]

In mid-1799, the Spanish court announces that it has reached a deal with the French regarding French Louisiana and that it will pass back to Spanish hands for an undisclosed sum.

Spanish agents from Havana and Texas are expected to arrive in New Orleans to announce the trade and to once more raise the flag over the territory.

By the time the Spanish agents arrived in New Orleans, they are politely told to leave, as they don't accept the radical government in Paris. The reactionary government in Louisiana declares its full independence as the Duchy of Louisiana.

The Louisianians are informed that armed attempts to resist Spanish rule will be considered treason and rebellion against the Spanish Crown and will be dealt with accordingly.

However, they are informed that should the Duchy wish to enter the empire peaceably, they will become their own, separate Viceroyalty (instead of answering to Havana or Mexico City) and offer Pierre-Clément de Laussat the position of Viceroy and they will be able to maintain their own local militias as a part of the greater Empire.

[Ottoman]

The Duchy responses they will only accept the Spanish terms if Spain agrees not to station troops in times of peace( i.e only in times of war) and also agrees to respect the local autonomy of the Duchy in terms of taxation. Duchy is willing to work out a deal of sharing some of the taxes with Spanish crown.

[Kilani]

The Spanish indicate that their terms stand and they will not accept the Duchy's attempts to declare quasi-independence from the Crown and begin sending orders to troops in Havana, Mexico, and Texas to begin mobilization; the Windward Squadron puts to sea with orders to initiate a close blockade of the port of New Orleans unless the Duchy agrees to terms.

[Kilani]

1799

Total Income: 1110.615
Total Upkeep: 52.9
Available: 57.715

3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 6 of 6
3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 5 of 6
3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 4 of 6
4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 4 of 4; 6/6
3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 3 of 6; 9/9
2 - 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 3 of 4; 6/6
3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 1 of 6; 3/9
2 - 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 1 of 4; 2/6

2 - 2 Metropolitan Garrison Brigades (New Orleans)
3 - 3 colonial garrison brigades (Acapulco)
6 - 3 forts (Cusco, Abancay, Urcos)
4 - 1 fortress (Vidalia, LA) Year 1 of 2

Kingdoms of Naples and Sicily (Controlled by Spanish King as personal union, builds and military are separate of that of Spain )(client state) remaining funds to the Spanish Crown
Population: 6.7 million (5 million in Naples, 1.7 million in Sicily)
1.675 in taxes
Port: Naples (1 point)
Craft Center: Naples (1 point)
Resources: 1 Palermo (1 point)
merchant marine: 3 merchant flotilla (1.5 points)

2 Fortresses( Palermo, Naples) for .5 points
12 garrison brigades (2 each Naples, Taranto, Syracuse, Palermo, Aquila, Potenza) for 1.2 points
Mobilizes into an Expeditionary Army during war time; increases to 5.5 points
6 Brigs for .6 points

[Haneastic]

The Spanish indicate that their terms stand and they will not accept the Duchy's attempts to declare quasi-independence from the Crown and begin sending orders to troops in Havana, Mexico, and Texas to begin mobilization; the Windward Squadron puts to sea with orders to initiate a close blockade of the port of New Orleans unless the Duchy agrees to terms.

The Dominion of North America makes clear that any attempt by Spain to coerce the Duchy to join the Spanish Empire will be viewed very poorly by both Great Britain and the Dominion. The Dominion sends emissaries to the Duchy with messages of support.

[Kilani]

The Spanish indicate that their terms stand and they will not accept the Duchy's attempts to declare quasi-independence from the Crown and begin sending orders to troops in Havana, Mexico, and Texas to begin mobilization; the Windward Squadron puts to sea with orders to initiate a close blockade of the port of New Orleans unless the Duchy agrees to terms.

The Dominion of North America makes clear that any attempt by Spain to coerce the Duchy to join the Spanish Empire will be viewed very poorly by both Great Britain and the Dominion. The Dominion sends emissaries to the Duchy with messages of support.

The Dominion is told, quite frankly, to stay out of internal Spanish affairs.

[Haneastic]

The Kingdom of Great Britain makes clear it will not honor any so-called "blockade", and will take action should any trading ships be seized by Spain while carrying on trade with the Duchy. Dominion and British fleets in the Caribbean are instructed to stand by should the Spanish fleet seize British citizens. All land routes between the Dominion and Duchy will remain open.

[Kilani]

Whether the British recognize it or not, the blockade will stay in effect, should the Duchy fail to come to terms. Ships will be turned away from New Orleans.

The Spanish point out to the Duchy that they are willing to negotiate on the level of taxation, but due to the threat of British and American interference, cannot accept a limitation on troops within the territory of Louisiana.

[Ottoman]

Whether the British recognize it or not, the blockade will stay in effect, should the Duchy fail to come to terms. Ships will be turned away from New Orleans.

The Spanish point out to the Duchy that they are willing to negotiate on the level of taxation, but due to the threat of British and American interference, cannot accept a limitation on troops within the territory of Louisiana.

The Duchy agrees to the Spanish terms, however they demand Spanish put limits on Spanish immigration to the Duchy and Spanish Garrison size must be equal to the size of local Duchy forces.

[Kilani]

Whether the British recognize it or not, the blockade will stay in effect, should the Duchy fail to come to terms. Ships will be turned away from New Orleans.

The Spanish point out to the Duchy that they are willing to negotiate on the level of taxation, but due to the threat of British and American interference, cannot accept a limitation on troops within the territory of Louisiana.

The Duchy agrees to the Spanish terms, however they demand Spanish put limits on Spanish immigration to the Duchy and Spanish Garrison size must be equal to the size of local Duchy forces.

The Spanish agree, on the condition that Duchy (or Viceroyalty forces) fall under the ultimate command of Spanish commanders and the crown in war and peacetime and that Spanish regulars take over the garrison duties of the fortress.

Immigration is a trickier subject; the Spanish indicate that they will put limits on said immigration.

[Ottoman]

Whether the British recognize it or not, the blockade will stay in effect, should the Duchy fail to come to terms. Ships will be turned away from New Orleans.

The Spanish point out to the Duchy that they are willing to negotiate on the level of taxation, but due to the threat of British and American interference, cannot accept a limitation on troops within the territory of Louisiana.

The Duchy agrees to the Spanish terms, however they demand Spanish put limits on Spanish immigration to the Duchy and Spanish Garrison size must be equal to the size of local Duchy forces.

The Spanish agree, on the condition that Duchy (or Viceroyalty forces) fall under the ultimate command of Spanish commanders and the crown in war and peacetime and that Spanish regulars take over the garrison duties of the fortress.

Immigration is a trickier subject; the Spanish indicate that they will put limits on said immigration.

The leadership of the Duchy accepts the Spanish terms with reservations.

[Kilani]

Whether the British recognize it or not, the blockade will stay in effect, should the Duchy fail to come to terms. Ships will be turned away from New Orleans.

The Spanish point out to the Duchy that they are willing to negotiate on the level of taxation, but due to the threat of British and American interference, cannot accept a limitation on troops within the territory of Louisiana.

The Duchy agrees to the Spanish terms, however they demand Spanish put limits on Spanish immigration to the Duchy and Spanish Garrison size must be equal to the size of local Duchy forces.

The Spanish agree, on the condition that Duchy (or Viceroyalty forces) fall under the ultimate command of Spanish commanders and the crown in war and peacetime and that Spanish regulars take over the garrison duties of the fortress.

Immigration is a trickier subject; the Spanish indicate that they will put limits on said immigration.

The leadership of the Duchy accepts the Spanish terms with reservations.

The Spanish government enters into negotiations with the new Viceroy regarding levels of taxation as soon as authority is established; this will need to be worked out for the future.

[Kilani]

1800 Build

Income: 111.315
From Kingdom of Naples and Sicily: 3.8
From Viceroyalty of Louisiana: 1.95
Total Upkeep: 52.4
Available: 64.665

1 fortress (Vidalia, LA) Year 2 of 2
3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 6 of 6
3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 5 of 6
3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 4 of 6
4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 4 of 4
3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 2 of 6; 6/9
2 - 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 2 of 4; 4/6
3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 1 of 6; 3/9
2 - 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 1 of 4; 2/6
10 points for purchase of Louisana (to France)
2 points for Louisianian upper society and military
5 pts to encourage immigration to Texas
2 pts - upgrade fort to fortress (Baton Rouge, LA)
2 pts - fort - Pueblo, CO
6 - 1 rifle brigade (experimental)
2 - rebuild marine regiments
2 - rebuild infantry regiment to division

Kingdoms of Naples and Sicily (Controlled by Spanish King as personal union, builds and military are separate of that of Spain )(client state) remaining funds to the Spanish Crown
Population: 6.7 million (5 million in Naples, 1.7 million in Sicily)
1.675 in taxes
Port: Naples (1 point)
Craft Center: Naples (1 point)
Resources: 1 Palermo (1 point)
merchant marine: 3 merchant flotilla (1.5 points)

2 Fortresses( Palermo, Naples) for .5 points
12 garrison brigades (2 each Naples, Taranto, Syracuse, Palermo, Aquila, Potenza) for 1.2 points
Mobilizes into an Expeditionary Army during war time; increases to 5.5 points
6 Brigs for .6 points

3.8 to Spain

Viceroyalty of Louisiana
Duchy of Louisiana: 90 thousand [40% white, 10% free colored, 40% slave])
Duke of Louisiana-Pierre-Clément de Laussat
Ports: 1 (New Orleans)
Resources: 2 (Baton Rouge, New Orleans)

Total Income: 3

Armed Forces
Fortress - New Orleans (.25) (manned by Spanish regulars)
Fort at Baton Rouge (.1)
2 Garrison Brigades (.2) (militia)
1 Polish Garrison Brigade (.1) (Mobilizes to Cavalry Brigade)
4 Infantry Regiments (.4)

1.95 to Spain



The year of 1800 sees Spain regaining some of its old grandeur; the Empire, despite some internal troubles, seems to be thriving. The economy, spurred by land and banking reform, is growing in the metropole. However, threats loom on the horizon. The grumbling of the British North Americans seems troublesome and there are worries that the British Empire will once again seek some nonsense excuse for war. Moves are made to prepare for such an eventuality; discussion is given to doubling the number of metropolitan troops in the New World to provide for additional defense, although the expense of such an endeavor seems to give some pause.

At home, Mariano Luis de Urquijo, the new minister of state seeing the (somewhat) successful incorporation of Louisiana as an "independent" dominion of sorts, continues to push for the plan of splitting Spain's New World empire into three subservient kingdoms under children or relatives of the King, who would become Emperor - this would allow for relatively more independent governing, defray some of the expenses of the military, and perhaps encourage and spur more economic growth - especially as trade within the empire is now relatively free, with the colonies allowed to trade amongst themselves and with the mother country (although trade with other nations remains restricted).

The idea is now under serious consideration. The problem, of course, is finding sufficient male relatives to take over. Ideally, they would all be children of the king and siblings of the crown prince - however there are only two available. Still, it is decided to begin drawing up plans - another relative can be found.

The new kingdoms would be:

The Kingdom of Mexico, incorporating New Spain and Central America, as well as the rest of the continental holdings, with Louisiana remaining an independent Duchy, nominally underneath the new Kingdom.

The Kingdom of Tierre Firme, incorporating Venezuela and New Grenada.

The Kingdom of Peru, incorporating much of the rest of South America.

It is currently undecided whether La Plata would become it's own kingdom or duchy or remain a viceroyalty.

The Carribean would remain under the direct control of the Crown.

[Ottoman]

Status update of Tejas and California 1800

Both regions are becoming areas of interest for the Spanish crown, whereas Tejas is primary settled by Spanish and Italian settlers from Naples. California is still run by the mission system, with very little actual settlement.  But life in Tejas is harsh on the frontier with on/off conflicts with local native american tribes, the Tejas settlers have developed an frontier culture that is unique compare to the culture seen in core Mexican regions.

For record, please come up with better Spanish names for Houston and Austin

[Kilani]

Status update of Tejas and California 1800

Both regions are becoming areas of interest for the Spanish crown, whereas Tejas is primary settled by Spanish and Italian settlers from Naples. California is still run by the mission system, with very little actually settlement.  But life in Tejas is harsh on the frontier with on/off conflicts with local native american tribes, the Tejas settlers have developed an frontier culture that is unique compare to the culture seen in core Mexican regions.

For record, please come up with better Spanish names for Houston and Austin

Austin - Santa Cruz (named after the mission that used to be in the area)
Houston - Puerto de San Jacinto (Or simply San Jacinto)

[Ottoman]

Effective 1801

Rothchilds banking house of Naples becomes FC in Naples

[Kilani]

In late 1800, twelve garrison brigades are transferred from the Army of the South to New Spain to reinforce the metropolitan garrisons.

In the meanwhile, talks begin with the House of Bourbon-Two Sicilies as to whether Prince Leopold would be suited for a position as king of one of the New World kingdoms.

[Kilani]

1801

-114.615 total income from Metropole and Colonies (not including Louisiana and the Kingdom of Naples)
-58.55 total upkeep
-56.065 remaining

3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 6 of 6
3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 4 of 6
3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 3 of 6; 9/9
2 - 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 3 of 4; 6/6
3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 2 of 6; 6/9
2 - 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 2 of 4; 4/6
3 - 3 BB2 [Replacements] - year 1 of 6; 3/9
2 - 4 FF1 [Replacements] - year 1 of 4; 2/6
10 points for purchase of Louisana (to France)
2 points for Louisianian upper society and military
5 pts to encourage immigration to Texas
6 - 1 rifle brigade
15 - 5 commercial shipping units [year 1 of 2]
3 - mobilize two garrison brigades in Louisiana to an infantry brigade and cavalry brigade.



Kingdoms of Naples and Sicily (Controlled by Spanish King as personal union, builds and military are separate of that of Spain )(client state) remaining funds to the Spanish Crown
Population: 6.7 million (5 million in Naples, 1.7 million in Sicily)
1.675 in taxes
Port: Naples (1 point)
Financial Center: Naples (1 point)
Craft Center: Naples (1 point)
Resources: 1 Palermo (1 point)
merchant marine: 3 merchant flotilla (1.5 points)

2 Fortresses( Palermo, Naples) for .5 points
12 garrison brigades (2 each Naples, Taranto, Syracuse, Palermo, Aquila, Potenza) for 1.2 points
Mobilizes into an Expeditionary Army during war time; increases to 5.5 points
6 Brigs for .6 points

4 - 12 garrison brigades [4/12]

.8 to Spain

Viceroyalty of Louisiana
Duchy of Louisiana: 90 thousand [40% white, 10% free colored, 40% slave])
Duke of Louisiana-Pierre-Clément de Laussat
Ports: 1 (New Orleans)
Resources: 2 (Baton Rouge, New Orleans)

Total Income: 3

Armed Forces
Fortress - New Orleans (.25) (manned by Spanish regulars)
Fort at Baton Rouge (.1)
2 Garrison Brigades (.2) (militia)
1 Polish Garrison Brigade (.1) (Mobilizes to Cavalry Brigade)
4 Infantry Regiments (.4)

1.95 - 3 commercial fleets [1.95/6]

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