!!Temporary Article: Coalition Wars!!

/*-/*-The Coalition Wars, also known as the Coalition-Imperium Wars or The Wars of the Free Coalition was a prolonged conflict, starting in 2161, in which the great powers of North America fought for dominance of the continent; with the 2 sides aligning themselves with the nationalist Nationalist Imperium of America and the democratic Coalition of Free States.

Preface
From its conception, the State of Adolf and the democratic states in North America clashed on ideological grounds. As the Nationalist Imperium of America grew in size, the Commonwealth of the Deep South sought to thwart the rise of fascism. The state thus proclaimed the Coalition of Free States, a democratic organization. Within months both organizations acquired many members, with most of the continent picking a side. Tensions between the two factions increased by the day.

Causes
None were expecting how quickly it took for the war to break out, but when looking at the causes, it's no wonder. One large point of contention arose when Californian, Michigander, and Iowan spies were discovered within the NIA and the CFS during the [Wars|Espionage Wars].

The breaking point was the 5-Day Revolution in California, ending the nationalist authority and founding the Republic of California. This resulted in California's commitment to the CFS. The remaining Nationalist Californian government fled to Iowa in order to wait for NIA reinforcements. When it was discovered that Iowa's was loyal to the NIA, the CFS rallied against the state.

Beginning
California declared war on Iowa in June 2161 after their refusal to return the Californian government. This war was sanctioned by the Coalition of Free States, which caused confusion among the international community and the general populous of the democratic states. 2 months later, the Confederation of Central America declared war on the Latin American Empire - reigniting the conflict from decades earlier - opening a theater in Mexico. The Latin American Empire received no aid from its allies. Meanwhile, the State of Adolf called the NIA to arms, and declared war on California and Michigan, which was met with a declaration on Wisconsin by most CFS members. Missouri responded to the call to arms by declaring war on the Southwest Confederation. Shortly after, The Texan Revolution against the Northwest Mexican state broke out, with the Commonwealth of the Deep South aiding the rebels by deploying the full force of their military against Northwest Mexico. Great Britain followed by declaring war on Northwest Mexico, invading from their occupation in Veracruz. A few months after the war began, The Canadian Union joined the war on the side of the NIA, declaring war on Michigan.