Battle of Holsord

The Battle of Holsord was a pivotal military confrontation during the Sordish Civil War, taking place in Holsord, the capital of Sordland, from 1928 to 1929. The battle saw General Eduard Luderin leading the monarchist forces, while General Iannick Rikard commanded the opposition forces. Colonel Tarquin Soll, leading the Sollist faction, played a significant role in the conflict. Various armed organizations participated in the conflict, including the Red Youth, Young Sords, Free Society Militia, The Syndicate, the Koranelli, and Black Battalion. The fierce fighting lasted over a year, with control of city districts frequently changing hands between the three factions. The battle was marked by brutal urban combat, indiscriminate shelling, and widespread political violence against civilians. The Watchtower of Human Rights documented numerous war crimes committed during the battle. It is estimated that 33,000 people lost their lives, 65,000 were injured, and 9,000 buildings were damaged or destroyed. Colonel Tarquin Soll and the 6th Army joined the battle, capturing the western districts of Holsord and establishing a position on Capitol Hill. Despite initial cooperative military actions between Luderin and Soll against Rikard, disagreements between the two leaders led to infighting. The 4th Army switched sides to support Soll, and General Rikard launched an attack against Luderin's forces, forcing Luderin to flee to Soll and become his prisoner. Soll's forces eventually assaulted the beleaguered 7th Army, killing General Iannick Rikard in battle. In the aftermath of the battle, a period known as the Great Betrayal began, with mass executions of Monarchist loyalists and Junta executives. General Eduard Luderin was charged with treason and overthrowing the legitimate republic of Sordland in a military tribunal. A state funeral was held for President Artor S. Wisci, with opposition figures invited and pardoned. The Sordish Civil War was declared over, and the new Constitution of Sordland was proclaimed. The first single-party elections were subsequently announced.