Posted June 14th, 1985
Facts
- Full name: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
- Population: 56 million (EU, 1985)
- Capital: London
- Area: 242,514 sq km (93,638 sq miles)
- Major language: English
- Life expectancy: 78 years (men), 82 years (women) (EU)
- Main exports: Manufactured goods, chemicals, aircraft and helicopters
- GNI per capita: EU $76,740 (EU Bank, 1985)
The United Kingdom (UK) is made up of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
The main headquarters of allied forces during the Great War. Its capital London was nearly destroyed by a Soviet nuclear missile but the sacrifice of Tanya Adams at the Dark Horseman missile base prevent this disaster.
The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) located near Porton Down in Wiltshire, England is the leading forerunner in aircraft technology.
They developed the Longbow attack helicopter during the great war and continue ongoing research into stealth technology and guided ordnance for the ESDF.
The country is a major centre of military aircraft production with several major airfields situated throughout the country.
Developers Notes
- ESDF aircraft will be updated to reflect more British army desgination names. Javelin has a British voice.
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