Operation Whispering Harbor

Operation Whispering Harbor
	Part of Second Florian Civil War
	; ; (1) New Alexandrian amphibious assault ship HMS Behaurnais evacuating refugees during Operation Whispering Harbor; (2) Rooftop emergency evacuation of personnel from the Royal New Alexandrian Consulate in Moss Side.
Date	8.VIII.1744 AN – 22.VIII.1744 AN
Location	Floria
Result	Successful evacuation of: 1,587 New Alexandrian nationals; 2,315 Natopian nationals; 1,928 Oportian nationals; 3,274 other foreign nationals;
Belligerents
CATO: Nouvelle Alexandrie; Natopia; Oportia;	Various Florian factions
Commanders and leaders
Vice Admiral Helena Montilla; Rear Admiral Lukas Daltaire; Commodore Joseph Fouche	Various faction leaders
Strength
Naval assets: 1 guided missile cruiser, 2 amphibious assault ships, 1 amphibious transport dock, 4 destroyers, 10 light cruisers, 4 transport vessels; 1 aircraft carrier, 3 guided missile frigates, 6 corvettes, 2 amphibious assault ships, 5 transport vessels; 2 landing platform docks, 4 guided-missile frigates, 7 escort missile frigates, 6 transport vessels; Air assets: 86 helicopters; 14 transport aircraft; 6 maritime patrol aircraft; 3 AWACS aircraft; 20 fighter aircraft; Ground forces: 1,200 marines and special forces; Humanitarian resources: 2,320+ tonnes of supplies; 18 medical teams; 6 field hospitals;	Unknown
Casualties and losses
2 killed; 17 wounded; 1 helicopter lost	Unknown

Operation Whispering Harbor was a multinational evacuation operation conducted by Nouvelle Alexandrie, Natopia, and Oportia to rescue their nationals and other foreign citizens from Floria during the start of the Second Florian Civil War‎‎. The operation took place between 8.VIII.1744 AN and 22.VIII.1744 AN as the Florian state rapidly collapsed into civil war. The evacuation successfully extracted 9,104 people, including 1,587 New Alexandrians, 2,315 Natopians, 1,928 Oportians, and 3,274 nationals from other countries, primarily Raspur Pact members and Hurmu.

The operation was named "Whispering Harbor" to emphasize its covert nature and humanitarian focus rather than military intervention in the Florian conflict. It featured a large multinational naval task force, with 51 vessels coordinated under a joint command structure led by New Alexandrian Vice Admiral Helena Montilla.

Background

Main article: Second Florian Civil War‎‎

The early 1744 ANs in Floria were marked by escalating political tensions between the Social Democratic Party (SDP), which was growing in influence in Eastern Floria, and the conservative, right-leaning United Republican Party (UPR) dominating the federal government. This political divide deepened as Eastern Floria experienced increasing social unrest fueled by economic inequality, labor disputes, and dissatisfaction with federal policies.

The situation deteriorated rapidly in mid-1744 AN when communist forces led by the Revolutionary Front for the Liberation of Eastern Floria (RFLEF) and the East Florian Workers' Front capitalized on widespread strikes and protests. This uprising, known as the Crimson Dawn of 1744, led to armed communist groups seizing towns and clashing with police, eventually establishing the Democratic Republic of East Floria with its capital in Dongrad, Mesoun. By VIII.1744 AN, the country had descended into full-scale civil war, with the eastern regions breaking away from federal control.

Foreign nationals in Floria

Prior to the crisis, Floria hosted significant expatriate communities, including approximately:

1,800 New Alexandrian nationals (primarily in business, education, and diplomatic roles);
2,500 Natopian nationals (centered around economic and cultural exchanges);
2,100 Oportian nationals (concentrated in maritime industries and trade);
Several thousand nationals from other countries, including Raspur Pact members and other friendly nations.

As violence escalated between government forces and the revolutionary factions, these foreign communities faced increasing danger from indiscriminate attacks, targeted xenophobia, and general lawlessness. The situation was particularly dire in the eastern regions of Mesoun, Outer Mesoun, Southern Ontario, Pentucky, Southcliff, the Temple Islands, and Sri Alba, where revolutionary forces had established territorial control.

By VII.1744 AN, most diplomatic missions had reduced staff to essential personnel only, and commercial air travel had been suspended indefinitely as airports in eastern Floria either closed or fell under rebel control. International concern grew as the conflict threatened the safety of thousands of foreign nationals trapped in what was rapidly becoming a war zone, with many unable to leave via conventional routes.

Planning

On 2.VIII.1744 AN, the Department of State of Nouvelle Alexandrie initiated emergency consultations with Natopian and Oportian counterparts following reports of New Alexandrian citizens being targeted in Dongrad, Mesoun. Within 48 hours, the three nations had established a joint crisis response cell at the Concord Alliance offices in Cárdenas.

King Sinchi Roca II personally authorized the operation on 5.VII.1744 AN after reviewing intelligence that suggested several Florian factions were mobilizing to seize key ports and transportation hubs. The intelligence was promptly shared with the government of Floria in Northcliff. The New Alexandrian Council of State officially designated the mission as a non-combatant evacuation operation, emphasizing humanitarian objectives while authorizing rules of engagement for protection of evacuees.

Command structure

The operation established a unified command structure with New Alexandrian Vice Admiral Helena Montilla as overall commander, supported by Natopian Rear Admiral Lukas Daltaire and Oportian Commodore Joseph Fouche. This trinational leadership team coordinated from the command ship HMS Augustine, a New Alexandrian guided missile cruiser.

The operational structure was divided into three task groups:

Task Group Alpha ( New Alexandrian-led): Primary extraction operations;
Task Group Beta ( Natopian-led): Maritime security and air defense;
Task Group Gamma ( Oportian-led): Logistics and humanitarian support.

Diplomatic negotiations

In a delicate diplomatic maneuver, the New Alexandrian Intelligence Community established temporary back-channel communications with both the East Florian Workers' Front and the Revolutionary Front for the Liberation of Eastern Floria. These confidential negotiations, conducted through intermediaries in neutral locations, resulted in a temporary ceasefire agreement specifically to allow evacuation operations in territories under revolutionary control.

The agreement, brokered by Department of State officials with support from intelligence operatives on the ground, stipulated that the revolutionary groups would permit safe passage for evacuation convoys and refrain from attacks on extraction sites in exchange for substantial humanitarian aid deliveries to civilians and local communities. This "evacuation truce" was strictly limited to humanitarian activities, with both revolutionary groups receiving explicit guarantees that no military aid would be provided to them.

The diplomatic breakthrough proved crucial for extracting hundreds of foreign nationals trapped in eastern regions like Mesoun and Pentucky, where revolutionary forces had established territorial control. However, the arrangement remained extremely fragile throughout the operation, requiring constant renegotiation as front lines shifted and factional disputes within the revolutionary groups threatened to undermine the agreement.

Forces involved

Naval assets

The multinational task force assembled for Operation Whispering Harbor consisted of:

Nouvelle Alexandrie:
- 1 Augustine-class guided missile cruiser (HMS Augustine);
- 2 Behaurnais-class amphibious assault ships (HMS Behaurnais, HMS San Pablo);
- 1 Ignatius-class amphibious transport dock (HMS Ignatius);
- 4 Valeria-class destroyers (HMS Valeria, HMS Monarca, HMS Pluton, HMS Aigle);
- 10 Manco Cápac-class light cruisers (HMS Supay, HMS Urcaguary, HMS Huacas, HMS St. Natsanet, HMS St. Luis the Protector, HMS Barranquillas, HMS Mitra, HMS Oriente, HMS Soberano, HMS Santísima Trinidad);
- 4 transport vessels.
Natopia:
- 1 aircraft carrier (NDS Nathan III);
- 3 guided missile frigates (NDS Silent Oppression, NDS Tasneem Chowdhury, NDS Opaegh);
- 6 corvettes (NDS Benevolence, NDS Bagel, NDS Juice, NDS Oakham, NDS Anmutstadt, NDS Tassity);
- 2 amphibious assault ships (NDS Gustav Lindstrom, NDS Rian Grass);
- 5 transport vessels.
Oportia:
- 2 landing platform docks (ONV Marais, ONV Marguerite);
- 4 guided-missile frigates (ONV Varennes, ONV Louise, ONV Guerin, ONV Providence);
- 7 escort missile frigates (ONV Falkirk, ONV Deville, ONV Johnson, ONV Geneva, ONV Elizabeth, ONV Florida, ONV Chevere);
- 6 transport vessels.

Air assets

42 transport helicopters ( Federal Air Force of Nouvelle Alexandrie);
28 naval helicopters ( Natopian Spacefleet);
16 transport helicopters ( Oportian Naval Aviation);
6 C-12 Sojourner transport aircraft ( Federal Air Force of Nouvelle Alexandrie);
4 transport aircraft ( Natopian Defense Force);
4 maritime patrol aircraft ( Federal Air Force of Nouvelle Alexandrie);
2 maritime patrol aircraft ( Natopian Spacefleet);
3 AWACS aircraft ( Natopian Defense Force);
12 fighter aircraft for air cover ( Natopian Defense Force);
8 fighter aircraft for air cover ( Federal Air Force of Nouvelle Alexandrie).

Ground forces

600 marines ( Federal Navy of Nouvelle Alexandrie)
400 special forces ( Natopian Defense Force)
200 marines ( Oportian Naval Infantry)

Humanitarian resources

The Concord Alliance assembled substantial humanitarian resources as part of the operation:

1,250 tonnes of food supplies (including emergency rations, infant formula, and staple foods);
420 tonnes of medical supplies (including antibiotics, surgical equipment, vaccines, and trauma kits);
650 tonnes of non-military personal supplies (including hygiene products, blankets, water purification systems, temporary shelters, and winter clothing);
18 mobile medical teams composed of volunteer doctors and nurses from Nouvelle Alexandrie, Natopia, and Oportia;
6 fully-equipped field hospitals deployed at extraction points.

This humanitarian component was essential not only for supporting the evacuation effort but also for fulfilling the diplomatic agreements with revolutionary factions that enabled safe passage through contested areas. The supplies were distributed to both government-controlled and revolutionary-held territories, with verification by Red Sun Society observers to ensure the humanitarian nature of all aid delivered.

Timeline

The multinational task force began deploying on 6.VIII.1744 AN, with vessels departing from their respective naval bases and rendezvousing in international waters near the Florian coast by 8.VIII.1744 AN. The operation maintained a standoff distance of 24 nautical miles from Florian territorial waters initially, establishing a secure maritime corridor for subsequent evacuation efforts.

8-10.VIII.1744 AN: Task force vessels coordinated with diplomatic personnel still in-country to evacuate embassy staff and pre-registered nationals from designated extraction points in in Northcliff and other Florian cities.
8-10.VIII.1744 AN: New Alexandrian and Natopian special forces secured temporary landing zones at the diplomatic compounds, allowing helicopters to extract 437 people during this phase.
11-16.VIII.1744 AN: As the security situation deteriorated further, the task force established forward operating positions at three Florian ports: Moss Side, Port Richard, and Diamond Harbor. Marines secured perimeters around these facilities, allowing naval vessels to dock and conduct mass evacuations. This phase resulted in the majority of evacuations, with 5,912 people extracted via maritime routes.
17-20.VIII.1744 AN: With major ports and transportation hubs increasingly under threat of contest between the developing Florian factions, the operation shifted to helicopter-based extractions from pre-designated rally points throughout the country. Special forces teams conducted 29 separate extractions, sometimes under fire in East Floria, rescuing 2,421 people stranded in remote or contested areas.
21-22.VIII.1744 AN: The task force conducted final reconnaissance missions and targeted extractions before withdrawing, rescuing an additional 334 people identified through intelligence channels and emergency communications.

Incidents

Several significant security incidents occurred during the operation:

On 14.VIII.1744 AN, a New Alexandrian helicopter suffered mechanical failure and made an emergency landing near Southcliff. The crew and passengers were recovered by a second helicopter, but the disabled aircraft had to be completely destroyed in place to prevent capture.
On 17.VIII.1744 AN, a Natopian extraction team came under fire while securing a landing zone in Pentucky, resulting in two fatalities and seven wounded. The team completed its extraction mission despite these casualties.
On 19.VIII.1744 AN, an Oportian patrol vessel exchanged fire with unidentified armed boats attempting to approach evacuation operations at Moss Side. The hostile vessels were repelled without coalition casualties.

Humanitarian aspects

Operation Whispering Harbor represented one of the largest humanitarian interventions by the Concord Alliance since its formation. Beyond the evacuation of foreign nationals, the operation delivered critical humanitarian aid to Florian civilians caught in the escalating conflict. This humanitarian dimension fulfilled both moral obligations and strategic objectives, as aid deliveries were crucial to maintaining the negotiated "evacuation truce" with revolutionary factions.

The task force distributed over 2,300 tonnes of humanitarian supplies throughout Floria, with particular focus on civilian populations in contested areas. Distribution was conducted according to strict protocols ensuring equal access for all Florian civilians regardless of political affiliation. Red Sun Society observers verified the non-military nature of all aid delivered, particularly in territories controlled by the East Florian Workers' Front and the Revolutionary Front for the Liberation of Eastern Floria.

Mobile medical teams established temporary clinics at extraction points, which treated Florian civilians for conflict-related injuries and pre-existing conditions. The field hospitals provided surgical capabilities, trauma care, and general medical services to communities where local healthcare infrastructure had collapsed.

Oportian vessels established temporary floating medical facilities that treated 319 injured Florian civilians. Task Group Gamma coordinated with the Red Sun Society, the Red Yoke Movement, and the Red Lion and Sun Society of Eura to evacuate 207 at-risk Florian nationals, including journalists, human rights defenders, and medical personnel targeted by various factions.

Throughout the operation, humanitarian aid specialists worked alongside military personnel to ensure efficient distribution while maintaining the distinction between humanitarian and military activities. This approach proved essential for preserving the fragile agreements with revolutionary factions that enabled evacuations from contested territories.

Aftermath

Evacuees were initially transported to processing centers established at the Port St. Andre Naval Station in St. Andre, Natopia and in Placencia Imperial Base in Placencia, Natopia. These primary facilities were selected for their extensive medical capabilities, secure perimeters, and proximity to major transportation hubs. The Port St. Andre facility, normally home to the Natopian 3rd Fleet, converted three barracks complexes and its hospital wing into a comprehensive processing center with capacity for up to 4,000 evacuees. Similarly, Placencia Imperial Base transformed its training grounds and administrative buildings to accommodate approximately 3,500 people.

Additional processing centers were established in the Aldurian cities of Alkhiva and Nueva Geneva in Nouvelle Alexandrie. The Alkhiva facility, housed within the Northern Aldurian University campus, provided accommodation for approximately 2,000 evacuees, while the Nueva Geneva International Exposition Center was rapidly converted to house another 1,800 people. These facilities were staffed by multilingual personnel from the Federal Civil Service System and received additional support from the Military Medical Corps.

Each processing center operated according to standardized protocols developed jointly by the Concord Alliance member states. Evacuees underwent medical screening upon arrival, with dedicated treatment areas for those requiring immediate care. Trauma counselors were available at all facilities, recognizing the psychological impact of the evacuation experience. Registration systems documented personal information, identified special needs, and began the repatriation process.

The facilities provided comfortable temporary accommodations with private family spaces where possible, cafeterias serving culturally appropriate meals, recreation areas, and communication centers where evacuees could contact relatives. Special attention was given to families with children, with dedicated play areas and educational activities organized by volunteer teachers.

Within 72 hours of arrival at processing centers, most evacuees had completed documentation and medical clearance for onward travel. The Concord Alliance Treaty Organization coordinated transportation logistics for citizens of member states, while the New Alexandrian Department of State, the Natopian Court of Calm Waters, and the Oportian Department of State arranged transportation for nationals of non-member countries.

By 30.IX.1744 AN, all 9,104 evacuees had been successfully repatriated to their countries of citizenship in good health. Each departing evacuee received a standardized care package containing essential personal supplies, including clothing, hygiene products, basic medications, communication devices with prepaid service, and emergency contact information. These packages, funded jointly by the Concord Alliance nations, were designed to ease the immediate transition back to civilian life while permanent accommodations and support services were arranged in their home countries.

Rescue Data

**Evacuees by Nationality During Operation Whispering Harbor**
Nationality	Citizens Evacuated	Notes
Nouvelle Alexandrie	1,587	Primarily diplomats, business professionals, educators, and their families
Natopia	2,315	Primarily diplomats, business professionals, and scientists
Oportia	1,928	Primarily maritime industry workers, traders, and technical consultants
Constancia	697	Mostly business representatives and diplomatic staff
Hurmu	583	Included humanitarian workers and environmental researchers
Çakaristan	495	Energy sector specialists and diplomatic personnel
Moorland	432	Trade representatives and educational exchange participants
Vegno	346	Diplomats, industrial consultants and infrastructure specialists
Shireroth	287	Diplomatic and commercial representatives
Daau	238	Scientific research teams and diplomatic staff
Benacian Union	176	Military advisors and diplomatic personnel
Other Raspur Pact nations	281	Combined personnel from other Raspur Pact member states
Other nations	439	Various nationalities including journalists and business travelers
Breakdown of "At-Risk" Florian Nationals Evacuated
Florian Journalists	68	Media professionals targeted for reporting on political unrest
Florian Human Rights Activists	79	Activists and civil society leaders at risk of persecution
Florian Medical Personnel	43	Doctors and nurses targeted for treating wounded protesters
Other At-Risk Florians	17	Including academics, judges, and opposition political figures
Total Evacuated:	9,104

Reactions

Domestic (Nouvelle Alexandrie)

King Sinchi Roca II praised the operation as "exemplifying the highest traditions of humanitarian service and military professionalism," during a national address from the Palace of Carranza.
Premier Juan Pablo Jimenez declared the mission "a testament to New Alexandrian leadership in times of international crisis" and emphasized the Federation's commitment to protecting its citizens abroad.
Defense Secretary Jose Manuel Montero highlighted the exceptional coordination between diplomatic and military assets, calling the operation "a model for future evacuations in conflict zones."
The Federal Assembly passed a unanimous resolution commending the participating forces and authorizing a special medal for those who served in the operation.
: On 24.VIII.1744 AN, King Sinchi Roca II hosted a ceremony at the Palace of Carranza honoring participants in the operation. He awarded the Order of National Merit to 37 New Alexandrian personnel and equivalent honors to 29 Natopian and 23 Oportian service members in recognition of their contributions to the evacuation effort.

Domestic (Natopia)

Empress Vadoma I issued an imperial decree recognizing the "exemplary service and sacrifice" of Natopian forces participating in the operation.
Chancellor Isabella Betancourt emphasized the operation as evidence of Natopia's commitment to its citizens abroad during an address to the Frenzy.
The Frenzy convened a special session to honor the two Natopian servicemembers killed during extraction operations in Pentucky, posthumously awarding them the Order of the Black Hole.
Public gatherings in Lindström and St. Andre welcomed returning evacuees, with community support groups established to help families reintegrate.
The Natopian Defense Force announced a comprehensive review of non-combatant evacuation procedures based on lessons learned during the operation.
Natopian business leaders called for a temporary suspension of commercial activities in Floria, with the government and business groups advising companies to evacuate all remaining personnel.
Academic institutions across Natopia offered emergency placement for students and scholars evacuated from Florian universities.

Domestic (Oportia)

Federal Representative Marcel Vermeuil commended the Oportian Naval Infantry for their "courage and discipline" during a formal address before the Oportian Senate.
The Oportian Senate unanimously passed a resolution praising the operation and allocating additional funds for maritime security in response to regional instability.
Commodore Joseph Fouche received the Order of Maritime Merit, Oportia's highest naval honor, for his leadership during the crisis.
Religious leaders across Oportia held prayer services for peace in Floria and for the safety of those still caught in the conflict.

Domestic (Floria)

East Floria: Revolutionary factions in East Floria issued mixed statements, with the East Florian Workers' Front acknowledging the humanitarian aspects of the mission while accusing the operation of "imperial interference," despite having negotiated the temporary truce.

International

Çakaristan: The Shahanshah thanks King Sinchi Roca II for the initiative of this operation. In particular, that Cakari citizens were also evacuated and returned home safely. The Shahanshah emphasizes that there is a close bond of friendship between Nouvelle Alexandrie and Çakaristan.