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== Pangyeoun War == | == Pangyeoun War == | ||
The Pangyeoun War erupted in 1940, with [[Qonklese Empire|Qonklaks]] launching a full-scale invasion of Riyana. Bheol Táir was a staunch defender of his country, leading several successful campaigns against the Qonklese forces in the defence in Cúbhlgabh. Nevertheless, the city fell and he was captured along with his men. | The Pangyeoun War erupted in 1940, with [[Qonklese Empire|Qonklaks]] launching a full-scale invasion of Riyana. Bheol Táir was a staunch defender of his country, leading several successful campaigns against the Qonklese forces in the defence in Cúbhlgabh. Nevertheless, the city fell and he was captured along with his men. | ||
== General | == General and Governor == | ||
The [[Ancestral Realm|Qonklese administration]] saw the necessity of employing Riyans into the new government as Riyans were considered ethnic Kwang to justify its inclusion into the Empire. As such, Dain Pain personally reviewed hundreds of candidates to promote to various positions within the government and military. Táir, along with many Riyan POWs that were known for their pro-Qonklese stance, were offered a chance to serve in the Imperial Army in exchange for relative freedom away from the conditions of POW camps. Táir justified his defection by claiming that the Riyan government was corrupt, ineffective, and unable to protect the Riyan people from the Qonklese invasion. He argued that by joining the Qonklese forces, he could work from within to mitigate the suffering of the Riyan population and eventually bring about a negotiated peace between the two warring nations. | The [[Ancestral Realm|Qonklese administration]] saw the necessity of employing Riyans into the new government as Riyans were considered ethnic Kwang to justify its inclusion into the Empire. As such, Dain Pain personally reviewed hundreds of candidates to promote to various positions within the government and military. Táir, along with many Riyan POWs that were known for their pro-Qonklese stance, were offered a chance to serve in the Imperial Army in exchange for relative freedom away from the conditions of POW camps. Táir justified his defection by claiming that the Riyan government was corrupt, ineffective, and unable to protect the Riyan people from the Qonklese invasion. He argued that by joining the Qonklese forces, he could work from within to mitigate the suffering of the Riyan population and eventually bring about a negotiated peace between the two warring nations. | ||
Upon joining the Imperial Army, Táir was promoted to general and played a significant role in the administration of Qonklese-occupied territories in Soltenna. Despite his claims of wanting to ease the suffering of the Riyan people, Táir was complicit in numerous atrocities committed by the Qonklese forces, including forced labor, mass executions, and the use of chemical and biological weapons. | Upon joining the Imperial Army, Táir was promoted to general and played a significant role in the administration of Qonklese-occupied territories in Soltenna. He was also given the position of Realm Governor the same year, but was stripped of this position in 1942 after failing to effectively quell partisan activities along the border with Lugida. | ||
Despite his claims of wanting to ease the suffering of the Riyan people, Táir was complicit in numerous atrocities committed by the Qonklese forces, including forced labor, mass executions, and the use of chemical and biological weapons. | |||
== Post-War Life and Death == | == Post-War Life and Death == | ||
After the end of war, Bheol Táir was captured by the Lugid forces and put on trial for treason against Riyana. He was found guilty and executed by firing squad in 1953. His actions during the war and subsequent defection to the Qonklese Imperial Army remain a source of controversy and debate among historians and the general public in Riyana. | After the end of war, Bheol Táir was captured by the Lugid forces and put on trial for treason against Riyana. He was found guilty and executed by firing squad in 1953. His actions during the war and subsequent defection to the Qonklese Imperial Army remain a source of controversy and debate among historians and the general public in Riyana. | ||
In recent years, some have sought to reevaluate Táir's actions in the context of the chaotic wartime environment and the perceived failures of the Riyan government. However, the majority opinion still views him as a traitor who betrayed his country and contributed to the suffering of the Riyan people during one of the darkest chapters in their history. | In recent years, some have sought to reevaluate Táir's actions in the context of the chaotic wartime environment and the perceived failures of the Riyan government. However, the majority opinion still views him as a traitor who betrayed his country and contributed to the suffering of the Riyan people during one of the darkest chapters in their history. | ||
Latest revision as of 11:38, 1 July 2023
Bheol Táir (1898–1960) was a Riyan collaborationist general who joined the Qonklese Imperial Army in 1940 during the Pangyeoun War. Born to a noble family in Cúbhlgabh, he rose through the ranks of the Riyan Army before given a position as general in the Qonklese Imperial Army following the capitulation of Riyana.
Early Life and Military Career
Bheol Táir was born in 1898 in Cúbhlgabh, Riyana. He came from a family of officers, and enjoyed a privileged upbringing. Following his graduation from the Cúbhlagh Military Academy, Táir joined the Riyan Army. His leadership skills and military prowess led to a meteoric rise through the ranks, and by 1936, he was promoted to the rank of senior colonel. In the army, he was involved with several fringe pro-Qonklese Hancthiist organizations, such as the Riyan Sun League.
Pangyeoun War
The Pangyeoun War erupted in 1940, with Qonklaks launching a full-scale invasion of Riyana. Bheol Táir was a staunch defender of his country, leading several successful campaigns against the Qonklese forces in the defence in Cúbhlgabh. Nevertheless, the city fell and he was captured along with his men.
General and Governor
The Qonklese administration saw the necessity of employing Riyans into the new government as Riyans were considered ethnic Kwang to justify its inclusion into the Empire. As such, Dain Pain personally reviewed hundreds of candidates to promote to various positions within the government and military. Táir, along with many Riyan POWs that were known for their pro-Qonklese stance, were offered a chance to serve in the Imperial Army in exchange for relative freedom away from the conditions of POW camps. Táir justified his defection by claiming that the Riyan government was corrupt, ineffective, and unable to protect the Riyan people from the Qonklese invasion. He argued that by joining the Qonklese forces, he could work from within to mitigate the suffering of the Riyan population and eventually bring about a negotiated peace between the two warring nations. Upon joining the Imperial Army, Táir was promoted to general and played a significant role in the administration of Qonklese-occupied territories in Soltenna. He was also given the position of Realm Governor the same year, but was stripped of this position in 1942 after failing to effectively quell partisan activities along the border with Lugida. Despite his claims of wanting to ease the suffering of the Riyan people, Táir was complicit in numerous atrocities committed by the Qonklese forces, including forced labor, mass executions, and the use of chemical and biological weapons.
Post-War Life and Death
After the end of war, Bheol Táir was captured by the Lugid forces and put on trial for treason against Riyana. He was found guilty and executed by firing squad in 1953. His actions during the war and subsequent defection to the Qonklese Imperial Army remain a source of controversy and debate among historians and the general public in Riyana. In recent years, some have sought to reevaluate Táir's actions in the context of the chaotic wartime environment and the perceived failures of the Riyan government. However, the majority opinion still views him as a traitor who betrayed his country and contributed to the suffering of the Riyan people during one of the darkest chapters in their history.