Australia Wracked by Civil War

August 9th, 1952

''Sydney, Australia-President McCullen has recommended all American citizens evacuate the continent as fighting in Australia has rapidly escalated into full civil war. In recent weeks disease and starvation have spread across what was once considered the world's last safe haven for refugees from the Chimeran War. An estimated eight million people from across the world have fled to the island continent within the last three years. The resulting overpopulation has resulted in strict rationing of food and medical supplies. However, as supplies reached critical levels and supply ships from other parts of the world all but ceased operation, violence in the country increased exponentially.''

''President McCullen reiterated his call to all Americans to avoid the private vessels offering an escape from the Chimeran threat. "America is still the safest country on earth", he announced. "It is not only our duty, but it is also in our very best interest to stay and defend our country. You are far safer inside the Liberty Defense Perimeter than in any other location on the planet." Although some private ships are still offering passage to Australia, it appears that the recent waves of violence have discouraged all but a very few passengers from making the trip.''