Lost Archives of Nouvelle Alexandrie
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The Lost Archives of Nouvelle Alexandrie are an expansive collection of 123,873 ancient documents, writings, and artifacts discovered in 1723 AN near the village of Lysandria, located XX miles south of the city of Norvind in Alduria, Nouvelle Alexandrie. Originating from the now-defunct Empire of the Alexandrians, these archives offer invaluable insights into the nation's ancestral and current history. The Archives had a transformative impact on New Alexandrian society and politics, most notably causing the delay of the New Alexandrian general election of 1723 to 1724.
Background
The Empire of the Alexandrians, the ancestor country of Nouvelle Alexandrie, met its downfall following the flu pandemic of 1651. Hundreds of millions perished, leading to a diaspora that saw surviving Alexandrians establishing communities in various nations. Nouvelle Alexandrie was founded in 1685 AN (originally as Alduria-Wechua) subsequently founded through the federation of the Republic of Alduria and the Wechua Nation.
The Archives were first hinted at in an encrypted letter discovered in late 1722 AN near Lysandria. The letter, penned by Alexandre Germain, a Colonel in the Armée Altusienne Unie that fled the collapse of Altus to Punta Santiago, indicated the existence of a treasure trove known as the "Lost Archives."
Discovery
The government of Nouvelle Alexandrie sponsored a nationwide quest to locate these Archives, led by eminent archaeologist Dr. Isabelle Duval and Dr. Natalia Virtud. The mission encompassed experts from numerous fields and secured broad support across the political spectrum.
Contents
The Archives contain an assortment of essential historical documents, which include:
- Previously unknown writings that detail the House of Carrillo, the ruling house of the collapsed Empire of the Alexandrians. These documents are of particular significance as the current ruling house of Nouvelle Alexandrie, the House of Inti-Carrillo, traces its lineage back to the marriage of King Manco Capac I of the Wechua Nation and Princess Alexandra of Alexandria.
- Drafts of political treaties that never reached the public eye, providing new perspectives on the diplomatic history of the Empire of the Alexandrians, the Altusian Republic and the emerging Nouvelle Alexandrie.
- Cultural texts and firsthand accounts that narrate the diaspora and the founding of Nouvelle Alexandrie.
- Philosophical writings, including annotated works of native and imported philosophies.
- Prophetic scrolls that intertwine the traditions and beliefs of both the Wechua Nation and the Alexandrians.
- Private letters from pivotal historical figures, offering intimate glimpses into the shaping of Nouvelle Alexandrie.
Timeline
- 1651 AN: The flu pandemic of 1651 decimates the Empire of the Alexandrians, leading to its eventual downfall.
- 1668 AN: The Altusian Republic is founded.
- 1669 AN: The Altusian Republic disbands.
- 1669 AN: The Republic of Alduria is founded.
- 1685 AN: Alduria and the Wechua Nation form the Federation of Alduria-Wechua.
- 1693 AN: With the admission of more Regions to the Federation and the ratification of the Proclamation of Punta Santiago, the nation changes name from Alduria-Wechua to Nouvelle Alexandrie.
- XII.1722 AN
- 3: An encrypted letter from Alexandre Germain, a Colonel in the Armée Altusienne Unie, is discovered near Lysandria. It mentions the "Lost Archives," triggering significant public and academic interest. The letter, along with a detailed analysis and historical study of its contents and code, captures the imagination of the public as it continues to be published bit by bit by the University of Lausanne and the University of Punta Santiago.
- XIV.1722 AN
- 11: As public interest grows around the letter and the "Lost Archives", with the help of the National Research and Development Corporation and the Department of Education, Culture and Sports of Nouvelle Alexandrie initiates a nationwide quest to locate the Archives called the National Research Institute of the Lost Archives. Dr. Isabelle Duval and Dr. Natalia Virtud are appointed as co-leaders of the quest, which draws support from all major political parties.
- III.1723 AN
- 22: The discovery team unearths a series of artifacts near Lysandria which strongly hint at the location of the Archives. Public interest peaks, and there is an increased call for the delay of the impending general elections.
- IV.1723 AN
- 3: The Lost Archives are officially discovered. Initial cataloging reveals the immense variety and significance of the documents contained within.
- 20: The Federal Humanist Party calls for the postponement of the New Alexandrian general election of 1723, citing the unprecedented historical value of the Archives.
- V.1723 AN
- 12: A consultative national referendum on delaying the general election is held. A landslide 89% of the public votes in favor of the delay. The measure is automatically sent to the Cortes Federales of Nouvelle Alexandrie, which approve the measure by wide margins indicating general support and consensus.
- 28:The 1723 general elections are officially postponed to 1724 AN due to the findings in the Archives, particularly those related to the prophetic scrolls.
- XI.1723 AN
- 11:The Lost Archives are transferred to the National Museum of Nouvelle Alexandrie, where they are placed under maximum security, awaiting further scholarly investigation.
Significance
The Archives serve as an unparalleled archive of the fused heritage and values that make up the Nouvelle Alexandrian identity, bridging cultural and historical divisions.
