It was therefore predictable that Britain would see itself as a major player in dealing with the Soviet Union, and that they in turn would perceive Britain to be a major threat to them.īritain had already succeeded in rallying the leaders of many other Imperialist nations to their cause, and had persuaded them to cut diplomatic relations with the Soviets. But even before the execution of the Russian Royal Family Britain had considered the Imperial Russian Empire as a rival in what they called 'The Great Game', and had an over-inflated opinion of their own role and influence in world affairs. This animosity from the British was certainly fuelled by the fact that Tsar Nicholas had been a cousin to their King. These troubles were due in no small measure to the constant meddlesome plotting of the British. They had found themselves beset by threats from both within and without. Prior to 1927 things had not been going well for the Soviets. However, please be aware that this is just a game and any opinions expressed in the narrative are intended to be in keeping with the attitudes of the characters portrayed and in the interests of making it a good story and are not necessarily my own. I am more than happy to discuss the content of this AAR, and the history behind it in a polite and civilised manner. Work on this AAR began on Thursday 21st January 2015. I'm going to try not to do that, or at least try not to make it too obvious. And yet, players of Hearts of Iron 3 typically begin planning for the start of WW2 from the 1st January 1936. But there is no justification for assuming that in 1936 Stalin and the other members of the Soviet leadership had any clearer insight into the storm that was heading their way. On 30 September 1938, two years after the start date of this game, British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain announced confidently that 'we shall have peace for our time'. Ignore the benefits of hindsight and my historical knowledge of world events as far as humanly possible.Īs a case in point I am going to try and forget that WW2 ever happened. House rules to be employed in the playing of this game.ģ. Personal Goal: To enhance my gaming experience by immersing myself in the history of the period, researching the historical motivations and events portrayed and present an enjoyable reading experience for my readers. Style: This AAR will use a combination of first person and “history book”-style narratives to tell the story.Ĭampaign Goal: To pursue the vision of the Third International and use all available means, including armed force, to overthrow the international bourgeoisie, achieve the COMINTERN vision of world communism, and the create an International Soviet Republic as the initial stage towards a complete abolition of the state. Scenario: Standard 1936 The Road to War Scenario, Single Player, Normal Difficulty Game Version: Hearts of Iron III - Their Finest Hour Expansion Version 4.02 Soviet AAR for Hearts of Iron III Start Date: 1st January 1936.