More likely that the first decade more in the rural areas will survive due to a stronger chance of getting food than urban areas unless the U.S. moves in fast.
A dangerous age to come into power, brimming with the energy to prove himself worthy of his ancestors. Resenting those who try to train him in judgement and restraint. Rashness and pride may be his true foes.
A fair chance the Rhomanois may get a big break with the death of Mehmed which seems increasingly likely to be soon. His breaking Bulgaria and Wallachia leaves them unable to respond and gain territory if a civil war for succession develops after his death. Gives Andronikos perhaps a chance to...
Very silent on my father's part, started up early with Grandmother's permission. Spent first year learning the trade on the Pacific Coast. Spent the rest of the war on R.C.N. corvettes across the Atlantic. Never ever talked about it. Lost friends is much as he said.