The Republic of Nicaragua was in need of a military modernisation. The Peasant Republic was years behind the rest of the Americas, let alone the world. Supremo Director Jose Maria (with the advice from Generals and Monetary Advisers) sent a telegram to the French Republic, desiring a modern arsenal. The amount of money spent would be incredibly large, but all was well as the Republic was somewhat built on corruption and oppression. Luckily for Jose Maria, he was the sponsor of said corruption and oppression. With a few hefty tax hikes and the repossession of stolen government land, the Republic was able to afford to purchase such a large amount.

The purchase was as follows:

5000 - 1842 Charleville Percussion Muskets

5 - Gribeauval 12 Pounders

5 - Gribeauval 6 Pounders

15 - Gribeauval 4 Pounders

2 - Gribeauval 6 inch Howitzers.