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		<title>Grand Wulfram FC</title>
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&#039;&#039;&#039;{{PAGENAME}}&#039;&#039;&#039; is a [[wikipedia:Association football|football]] club from [[Zuid-Richel]], in the [[South Sea Islands]].&lt;br /&gt;
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The club is the largest and most well-supported sports team in the Commonwealth, attracting crowds of thousands to headline matches.&lt;br /&gt;
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Grand Wulfram FC’s stadium in [[Zuid-Richel]] is named Wulfram Park, consisting primarily of a series of grass terraces. The stadium’s only formal seating area, known as the Grand Grandstand by fans, consists of a covered wooden platform adjacent to the changing rooms.&lt;br /&gt;
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The lack of hard infrastructure at the ground has led to problems with access control, with Grand Wulfram FC accusing many fans of failing to buy a ticket and fleeing when asked to pay.&lt;br /&gt;
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==History==&lt;br /&gt;
The club was established in 1713 as an amalgamation of two company teams: the [[Eastern Ocean Seaways]] team and the Zuid-Richel [[Bearenburch]] Distillery team. While the club became a separate legal entity, the two companies remain involved, providing board members and acting as the club’s main sponsors.&lt;br /&gt;
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Within the [[South Sea Islands]] Football League, Grand Wulfram FC maintains a near monopoly on league victories. The club has won all but five annual tournaments since its establishment.&lt;br /&gt;
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While Grand Wulfram dominates the domestic football scene within the Commonwealth, the club struggles internationally and rarely makes it beyond the qualification stages of most competitions.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Players==&lt;br /&gt;
===First team squad===&lt;br /&gt;
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===Notable former players===&lt;br /&gt;
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==Honours==&lt;br /&gt;
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[[Category:Football teams]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:South Sea Islands]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
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		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Partido_del_Trabajo&amp;diff=338313</id>
		<title>Partido del Trabajo</title>
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		<updated>2024-07-31T14:08:58Z</updated>

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&lt;div&gt;The &#039;&#039;&#039;Partido del Trabajo&#039;&#039;&#039; (Workers Party) is a left-wing, socialist political party based in [[Anahuaco]]. Unlike many traditional socialist parties, Partido del Trabajo is a monarchist political movement, arguing that the Imperial system within Anahuaco provides the stability that enables economic prosperity.&lt;br /&gt;
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==History==&lt;br /&gt;
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Partido del Trabajo is one of the oldest political parties in Anahuaco, having been founded in 1706 (the same year that the Empire was established). While many of the founding members of the party had previously been aligned with the [[Republicanos]] movement, they considered themselves to be pragmatists rather than ideologues.&lt;br /&gt;
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The party is one of only two political parties in Anahuaco to have been represented in every Congreso Honorable del Imperio (Honourable Congress of the Empire) in imperial history.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Key policy positions==&lt;br /&gt;
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As with many socialist parties, Partido del Trabajo adheres to many traditional left-wing political beliefs. These include:&lt;br /&gt;
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* The right of workers to form and participate in trade unions.&lt;br /&gt;
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* Constitutional rights to paid time off work, as well as paid sick and parental leave.&lt;br /&gt;
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* A federally mandated minimum wage.&lt;br /&gt;
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* Protection from unfair dismissal or unsafe, unsanitary or unhealthy working conditions.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Controversies==&lt;br /&gt;
At various points in the party’s history, representatives have advocated for a negotiated settlement to end the conflict with the [[Republicanos]]. Such statements are considered taboo within the Congreso Honorable del Imperio (Honourable Congress of the Empire), leading to several representatives being suspended from attending debates.&lt;br /&gt;
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These incidents have led some to accuse the party of being Republicano sympathisers, althhogh this has never been official party policy.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[Category: Anahuaco]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
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		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Partido_Conservador_Anahuacano&amp;diff=338312</id>
		<title>Partido Conservador Anahuacano</title>
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: Created page with &amp;quot;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;Partido Conservador Anahuacano&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; (Anahuacan Conservative Party), otherwise known as PCA, is the largest political party in Anahuaco. The party is fiercely loyal to the Imperial system and to Emperor José Joaquín of Anahuaco on an individual level.  The party is defined by its socially conservative views, opposition to social services, and support for military expansionism.  ==History== The PCA was founded in 1706 and is one of the oldest political parties i...&amp;quot;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;&#039;&#039;&#039;Partido Conservador Anahuacano&#039;&#039;&#039; (Anahuacan Conservative Party), otherwise known as PCA, is the largest political party in [[Anahuaco]]. The party is fiercely loyal to the Imperial system and to Emperor [[José Joaquín of Anahuaco]] on an individual level.&lt;br /&gt;
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The party is defined by its socially conservative views, opposition to social services, and support for military expansionism.&lt;br /&gt;
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==History==&lt;br /&gt;
The PCA was founded in 1706 and is one of the oldest political parties in [[Anahuaco]]. The party was founded by a collective of retired military officers, initially with the goal of supporting the continued war against the [[Republicanos]].&lt;br /&gt;
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Alongside the [[Partido del Trabajo]], the PCA is one of only two political parties to be elected to every Congreso Honorable del Imperio (Honourable Congress of the Empire) since the founding of the Empire. During this time, the PCA has produced multiple Prime Ministers of Anahuaco, including the incumbent [[Fermin Mendoza Ruiz]].&lt;br /&gt;
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==Key policy positions==&lt;br /&gt;
While the PCA’s policy platform has evolved and changed considerably over the years (allowing the party to remain relevant and electable) there are a few guiding principles:&lt;br /&gt;
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* Concentrating power in the hands of the constituent states of the Empire, rather than the central federal government.&lt;br /&gt;
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* A “total victory” approach to fighting the [[Republicanos]], with sufficient military funding to meet that goal.&lt;br /&gt;
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* Isolationism on the international stage, particularly towards those outside the [[Raspur Pact]].&lt;br /&gt;
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* Promotion of values it considers to be traditional, including family structures and religious practices.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[Category: Anahuaco]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
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		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Anahuaco&amp;diff=338311</id>
		<title>Anahuaco</title>
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		<updated>2024-07-31T14:07:15Z</updated>

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&lt;div&gt;{{SANE article}}&lt;br /&gt;
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|fullname =Imperio Anahuacano&lt;br /&gt;
|commonname ={{PAGENAME}}&lt;br /&gt;
|flag =File:Flag of Anahuaco png.png  &lt;br /&gt;
|coa =File:Coat of arms of {{PAGENAME}}.png &lt;br /&gt;
|motto = &#039;&#039;Independencia, Religión, Unión &#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
|anthem = Anahuacanos, al grito de guerra&lt;br /&gt;
|map = File:Anahuaco Reservation.png&lt;br /&gt;
|mapversions =  N/A Reservation only&lt;br /&gt;
|capital =[[Ciudad de Anahuaco]]&lt;br /&gt;
|largecity =[[Ciudad de Anahuaco]]&lt;br /&gt;
|lang =[[Martino language|Martino]], [[Britannic Istvanistani]]&lt;br /&gt;
|religion = [[Nazarene]]&lt;br /&gt;
|demnoun =Anahuacano/Anahuacana&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
|demadj = Anahuacano/Anahuacana&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
|govtype = Constitutional Monarchy&lt;br /&gt;
|headofstatetitle = Emperador:&lt;br /&gt;
|headofstate = [[José Joaquín of Anahuaco|José Joaquín]] I&lt;br /&gt;
|headofgovernmenttitle = Primer ministro:&lt;br /&gt;
|headofgovernment = [[Fermin Mendoza Ruiz]]&lt;br /&gt;
|legislature = Congreso Honorable del Imperio&lt;br /&gt;
|estdate = 1706 AN&lt;br /&gt;
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|area = 182.052 km²&lt;br /&gt;
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|currency = Peso Anahuacano&lt;br /&gt;
|abbrev = ANA&lt;br /&gt;
|drives_on = Right&lt;br /&gt;
|timezone = CMT+7, CMT+8&lt;br /&gt;
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|forum = N/A&lt;br /&gt;
|animal = Golden Eagle&lt;br /&gt;
|food = Maize&lt;br /&gt;
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The &#039;&#039;&#039;Anahuaco Empire&#039;&#039;&#039; (Martino: &#039;&#039;Imperio Anahuacano&#039;&#039;), is a country in the eastern part of Keltia. It is bordered to the north by [[The Green]], to the east by [[Calbion]] and Taylor Bay, to the west by a river known locally as Rio Rojo, and to the south by the Great Eastern Ocean.&lt;br /&gt;
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Covering an area of approximately 182.052 km² and with a population of nearly 67 million, Anahuaco has one of the largest [[Martino language|Martino]]-speaking population of any country on [[Micras]]. Ciudad de Anahuaco is the largest city in the nation, with a population of just under 12 million. Other large cities include Hidalgo, San Miguel el Grande, and Agustin. &lt;br /&gt;
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The empire is constituted as a federation of five states: [[Estado de Anahuaco]], [[Vicario]], [[Matamoros]], [[Granaditas]],and [[Pavón]]. Despite this the central government, led by Emperor José Joaquín, retains a large degree of power.&lt;br /&gt;
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During the pre-Aanahuaco era, the territory that now makes up the empire was part of [[The Green]], with various factions fighting for control of land and resources. The majority of the current population, around 55%, emigrated to the empire from established nations to govern and populate the region after the proclamation of the empire in 1706. While the émigré population prides itself on having bought stability to the territory, many pre-Aanahuaco groups claim to have faced discrimination, and a strict class system still persists in some rural areas.&lt;br /&gt;
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Aanahuaco&#039;s history, and present-day, are marred by in-fighting between various groups attempting to enforce their preferred style of government. While the empire is relatively stable in the present era, an insurgency persists in the Granaditas and Pavón states, with republican dissidents regularly moving back and forth across the border with [[The Green]] to attack government infrastructure and Imperial forces.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Etymology==&lt;br /&gt;
The name Aanahuaco is derived from a place name used one group of pre-Aanahuaco inhabitants to refer to part of the current territory of the empire. The name translated roughly as &amp;quot;close to water&amp;quot;, referring to the seas and river that form the borders of the present-day empire on three sides. While the name may not have originally been intended to refer to the whole of the territory,the name was in widespread usage during the settlement era and was therefore adapted as the official name for the new nation.&lt;br /&gt;
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==History==&lt;br /&gt;
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===Pre-Aanahuaco===&lt;br /&gt;
Prior to 1706, the lands that make up the modern-day territory of the empire were occupied (at least partially) by a significant and shifting variety of groups. With residual populations from the dissolution of [[Nova England]] and [[Gran Verionia]], refugees from the [[Warring Islands]] and [[Xang Muang]] and others all vying for control of agricultural land and resources. &lt;br /&gt;
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While these groups originated from established states, several generations lived and died in [[The Green]], and over time unique cultures developed. These included numerous unwritten languages, folklore and unique religious practices.&lt;br /&gt;
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Although this era is largely remembered as a time of anarchy, long periods of peace did occur, with alliance systems between various groups helping to stabilise certain areas. During these times of peace, agriculture and some forms of industry did develop, with a fledgling city forming in the centre of the territory, at the confluence of several important trade routes.&lt;br /&gt;
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===La Gran Migración===&lt;br /&gt;
In years immediately prior to 1700, a large number of émigrés began to arrive and settle in the territory, drawn by (largely unfounded) rumours of abundant natural resources and ample agricultural land. While these new arrivals were initially a small minority all but ignored by the existing inhabitants, over time increased population density elsewhere on Micras led to a notable increase in the rate of migration to the territory.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Verionian migration.png|260px|thumb|right|A family of Verionian migrants from Zacatecoluca on their way to the North]]&lt;br /&gt;
The largest part of these immigrants originated from [[Gran Verionia]]. In what became known as &#039;&#039;La Gran Migración&#039;&#039;, a large numer of residents of mainly Guano heritage escaped what they perceived to be the imposition of a foreign power (New Alexandria) in their homeland. Encouraged by the migration from the Green, the Guano organised themselves under the leadership of Ignacio Sanchèz Herado and migrated in two main waves across the river to what is now Anahuaco. Verionian migrants originated mainly from the Northern, and the Guano dominated states of Aracataca, Cobán, Cuzcatán, Río de Mayo and Zacatecoluca.&lt;br /&gt;
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In addition to the Verionian migrants who arrived in the South, a large number of former Nova English migrants entered the area from the North. The division between the largely Republican Verionians, and the staunchly monarchist Nova Englanders created the foundation for internal divisions in the young nation, which became apparent in later years.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Ciudad Grande===&lt;br /&gt;
Fearing the sudden influx of émigrés could lead to them being displaced, the existing inhabitants of the territory signed a treaty establishing a loose form of central government, with their largest settlement being designated as the seat of government power. This treaty referred to the capital simply as Ciudad Grande.&lt;br /&gt;
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In order to preserve the natural resources of the territory, which they perceived were being pilfered by émigré export businesses, the government of Ciudad Grande introduced an export tax, set at 50% of the declared value of any goods to be exported.&lt;br /&gt;
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===The Constantine Incident===&lt;br /&gt;
The émigré community reacted angrily to the imposition of the export tax by Ciudad Grande, and a number of violent altercations occurred between émigrés and the tax collectors stationed and ports to collect the levy. During this period, the émigrés began to feel victimised by the new tax, and some traders began to important weaponry to protect their economic interests.&lt;br /&gt;
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In a particularly notorious incident in 1704, the émigré ship S.S. Constantine was impounded by the authorities from Ciudad Grande after the owner declared the value of the 300 cattle being exported as less than the price of a bag of apples. After an evening of drinking in a bar adjacent to the pier, the Constantine&#039;s owner (an émigré called Carlos Ortiz) enlisted the help of other traders and, using weapons stored nearby, killed the four customs officers stationed nearby.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Rebellion===&lt;br /&gt;
News of the murder of the customs officers spread quickly and, fuelled by the sense of grievance provoked by the imposition of the export tax, émigrés across the territory began attacks on officials from Ciudad Grande. The fledgling authorities struggled to respond to the unfolding crisis, with no national police force or army to call upon, and a support base that was still spread widely across the territory.&lt;br /&gt;
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Less than 3 weeks after the impounding of the Constantine, 2000 heavily armed émigrés encircled Ciudad Grande, demanding the surrender of the authorities. With little hope of coordinating an armed defence, and to avoid inflicting casualties on the civilians of the city, the authorities capitulated on June 17th 1704.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Declaration of a nation===&lt;br /&gt;
Seizing upon the momentum their rebellion had built up, the émigrés in Ciudad Grande quickly declared the birth of a new nation, but immediately fell into disagreement over what form of governance should be used, and where the boundaries of the new country should be drawn. Two key groups quickly emerged, which were later labelled as Imperialistas and Republicanos. Each side called on their supporters to converge on Ciudad Grande with the aim of gaining the upper hand by sheer weight of numbers.&lt;br /&gt;
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Buoyed by an influx of inherently monarchist émigrés from the former territories of [[Nova England]], the Imperialistas quickly amassed a significant amount of firepower around the city.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Polticial division===&lt;br /&gt;
With little progress forming a cohesive constitution for the new nation, and fearing the arrival of more and more Imperialistas, the Republicanos fled Ciudad Grande on New Year&#039;s Day 1705, along with their leader Roberto Sanchez. Arriving in the settlement that would later become the city of Guerrero, Sanchez declared the creation of the Republica Anahuacano, using the name used by the prior inhabitants of the area.&lt;br /&gt;
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When the news reached Ciudad Grande two days later, the Imperialistas were infuriated and immediately declared the Imperio Anahuacano, and called on supporters from the whole of [[Micras]] to rally to their cause. Sachez and his supporters were found guilty of treason in absentia at a hastily assembled trial. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Civil war===&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;&#039;Main Article:&#039;&#039;&#039; [[Anahuacano Civil War]]&lt;br /&gt;
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The police force sent to arrest Sanchez was, in reality, a hastily assembled army of Imperialistas, who arrived to find the city of Guerrero largely fortified against them. The local population, most of whom were not émigrés themselves, had fled into the barren landscape around the city to avoid the fighting.&lt;br /&gt;
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While the Republicanos in Guerrero successfully fought off the first Imperialista infantry assault, their opponents had access to heavy weaponry that the defenders themselves lacked. After a week of heavy bombardment, with the city all but encircled and with supplies running short, Sanchez and a large part of his forces slipped out of the city during the night of February 12th 1705, and Guerrero surrendered to the Imperialistas the following day.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Consolidation of the empire===&lt;br /&gt;
While Sanchez and the Republicanos were roundly defeated at Guerrero, they did not surrender, and instead retreated to the northern borderlands where the harsh climate of deserts and mountains made it possible to hide from Imperialista forces. The Republicanos began a campaign of insurgency and guerrilla warfare in the countryside that continues to this day.&lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile, more and more of the émigré community declared themselves for the Imperialista cause, and the previous government of Ciudad Grande encouraged their supporters to do likewise, to avoid further bloodshed. Although the pre-existing population of the territory were still in the majority, they had limited access to modern weaponry and little coordination between the various groups, rending resistance ineffective. &lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile more and émigrés flooded into the territory, and the Imperialistas sought an Emperor to reign over their new empire while consolidating their military control.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Arrival of the Emperor===&lt;br /&gt;
The culmination of the Imperialista cause occurred on March 21st 1706 when [[José Joaquín of Anahuaco|José Joaquín Garcia]], a little-known relative of former [[King Aelfric I]] of [[Nova England]], arrived in Ciudad Grande. Lured by the Imperialistas with the promise leading a new golden age on Keltia, with riches and splendours to match the glory days of [[Nova England]] José Joaquín arrived in Anahuaco with little knowledge of the country, but with the promise that he would be welcomed as the saviour of a tumultuous nation. &lt;br /&gt;
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Renamed Ciudad de Anahuaco in advance of the Emperor&#039;s arrival, the inhabitants of the capital welcomed their new ruler with flag-lined streets, ecstatic crowds and shouts of ¡Viva el Emperador! While the crowds of Imperialistas in the city were genuine in their enthusiasm, the sentiment was not widely shared outside of the capital at this point in time.&lt;br /&gt;
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The enthronement of José Joaquín as Emperor of Anahuaco on the day of his arrival in Ciudad de Anahuaco is considered the starting point in modern Anahuacan history.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Geography==&lt;br /&gt;
Anahuaco has a total area of 182.052 km², located entirely on the continent of [[Keltia]]. The empire has coastline on the Great Eastern Ocean and Taylor Bay, the southwest of which is referred to locally as Golfo de Anahuaco. To the east, the empire shares an extensive land border with [[Calbion]] and a maritime border with [[Ralgon]]. &lt;br /&gt;
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The western border of Anahuaco is the Rio Rojo (red river) which runs the length of the border before entering the Great Eastern Ocean at the southwestern tip of Matamoros State.&lt;br /&gt;
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The interior of the empire is defined by the Sierra del Sur mountain range, which begins in [[The Green]] north of [[Pavón]] State, runs west of San Miguel el Grande, before splitting into branches, which pass on either side of Ciudad de Anahuaco. This creates a high mountainous plateau upon which the city sits, with an elevation of 2000m above sea level. The highest peak in the range is El Cerro Del Guaymas, which reaches 3421m.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Climate===&lt;br /&gt;
Anahuaco&#039;s climate varies dramatically depending on the region, but the empire can be roughly divided into tropical, desert, and temperate zones. The coastal states of [[Matamoros]] and [[Vicario]], as well as the southern tip of [[Estado de Anahuaco]], form the tropical zone, with significant rainfall, warm year-round temperatures and a significant amount of rainforest.&lt;br /&gt;
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This contrasts sharply with the arid, desert landscapes that dominate [[Granaditas]] and [[Pavón]] states, which are blocked from coastal precipitation of the south by the Sierra del Sur mountain range. Summer temperatures in these regions regularly reach 40 °C - 50 °C. The exception in this region is eastern [[Pavón]], which sits to the east of the mountains and therefore experiences a mild coastal climate.&lt;br /&gt;
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The temperate zone meanwhile occupies the majority of [[Estado de Anahuaco]], as well as western parts of [[Vicario]] State. The high elevation in these regions ensures a year-round moderate temperature, with highs in the summer reaching 30 °C, which winter temperatures average around 18 °C. The two branches of the Sierra del Sur mountain range surround the temperate zone, channelling damp coastal air upwards to condense and provide significant rainfall. This makes the temperate zone ideal for growing many staple crops, and the area is also home to the majority of the population of Anahuaco.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Government==&lt;br /&gt;
The Imperio Anahuacano was constituted in 1706 as a semi-federal federation, with government functions split across two levels: federal government, and state governments. The federal government, centered in Estado de Anahuaco, retains responsibility for defense, imposition of taxes, foreign policy and state security. Responsibility for all other areas of governance is devolved to state governments by an act of the federal congress (Martino: Congreso Honorable del Imperio), which theoretically also retains the right to re-centralize the powers if it is ever deemed necessary.&lt;br /&gt;
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Each state is required by the constitution to have three branches of government: a Governor (Martino: Gobernador) appointed by the Emperor, a unicameral state congress, and a state supreme court. The Chief Justice of each state supreme court also sits as a judge at the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (Martino: Suprema Corte de Justicia de la Nación).&lt;br /&gt;
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===Executive Power===&lt;br /&gt;
The head of state of Anahuaco is the Emperor (Martino: Emperador del Imperio Anahuacano). The current Emperor is José Joaquín I. In addition to serving as head of state, the Emperor is also commander in chief of the [[Anahuacan Imperial Armed Forces]], and is responsible for appointing a government cabinet including the Prime Minister.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Legislative Power===&lt;br /&gt;
The unicameral legislature is the Honourable Congress of the Empire (Martino: Congreso Honorable del Imperio), which is directly elected by all citizens over the age of 16 years, using a system of proportional representation. Representatives of the largest party in the congress are typically appointed to form the government cabinet, although the constitution does not specify that this has to be the case.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Political Parties===&lt;br /&gt;
Party politics in Anahuaco features a broad variety of parties, with the proportional representation system ensuring that a spectrum of views are represented in the legislature. However, all candidates for election are required to record their willingness to take the oath of office if elected and, as the oath requires the oath-taker to pledge loyalty to the Emperor and Empire, and for that reason there are currently no republican political parties in Anahuaco. &lt;br /&gt;
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As of 1722, the largest political parties in Anahuaco are:&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Partido del Trabajo]] (Workers Party)&lt;br /&gt;
*Frente Democrático Nacional (National Democratic Party)&lt;br /&gt;
*Unión Popular (People&#039;s Union)&lt;br /&gt;
*Partido Popular (People&#039;s Party)&lt;br /&gt;
*Partido Regionalista de Estado de Anahuaco (Regional Party of Anahuaco State)&lt;br /&gt;
*Partido Regionalista de Vicario (Regional Party of Vicario State)&lt;br /&gt;
*Partido Liberal Anahuacano (Anahuacan Liberal Party)&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Partido Conservador Anahuacano]] (Anahuacan Conservative Party)&lt;br /&gt;
*Partido Nacional Humanista (National Humanist Party)&lt;br /&gt;
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A wide variety of smaller parties exist, with varying degrees of representation at federal and state level, but those listed above tend to dominate most government institutions.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Judicial Power===&lt;br /&gt;
The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (Martino: Suprema Corte de Justicia de la Nación) consists of 5 judges, each of whom is the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of one of the 5 states that make up the empire. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Foreign Policy===&lt;br /&gt;
The foreign policy of Anahuaco, under the direction of the Emperor and federal government, is based on the principles of neutrality, dialogue and collective defense through participation in international organizations. Openness to dialogue is considered a key principle, and for that reason Anahuaco is open to diplomatic relations with all the nations of [[Micras]], regardless of ideology.&lt;br /&gt;
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The government of Anahuaco promotes non-interference in internal affairs as a cornerstone of foreign policy. Sceptics claim that this position is based on the desire to keep foreign powers out of the tumultuous internal affairs of the empire. &lt;br /&gt;
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Policy is primarily orientated towards the other nations of [[Keltia]], with limited resources devoted to issues elsewhere on [[Micras]].&lt;br /&gt;
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===States===&lt;br /&gt;
The Anahuacan Empire is a federation of 5 states, with a federal government and state governments. Each state directly elects its own legislature while the state governors are appointed by the Emperor to serve 10 year terms. Combined, the 5 state governors form a council that oversees the governance of Ciudad do Anahuaco, as the federal capital.&lt;br /&gt;
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Unlike in many nations, Anahuaco does not have a division between municipal and state governments, and all local government functions are carried out at state level. The size and population density of some states, particularly [[Estado de Anahuaco]], [[Vicario]] and [[Matamoros]], mean that the state governments have authority over a population equivalent to that of a small country.&lt;br /&gt;
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While the federal government has extensive authority and veto powers over the state governments, in reality the state governments exercise a significant degree of autonomy, within the framework of the federal constitution.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Insurgency===&lt;br /&gt;
While the majority of Anahuaco is considered safe and stable, an on-going republican insurgency persists in the borderlands of [[Granaditas]] and [[Pavón]] states. Cities and most major transport links are in government hands, however, the desert and border areas of the states are home to several thousand Republicanos, who frequently engage in attacks against the police, Imperial Armed Forces and other government infrastructure.&lt;br /&gt;
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Significant federal resources have been invested in attempting to stamp out the insurgency, but the size of the area, inhospitable terrain and some sympathetic locals have made it difficult for the authorities to stamp out the Republicanos entirely. Additionally, federal forces are typically reluctant to venture into [[The Green]], allowing the insurgents to retreat into, and receive supplies from, the areas beyond the border.&lt;br /&gt;
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In 1719, the Imperial Constancian Embassy, as part of diplomatic and Raspur Pact treaty commitments, expanded its Defense Attache offices to include a military advisory command, with select officials of the [[Imperial Constancian Armed Forces]] detailed to assist, train, and advise Anahuaco defense and security forces to better defeat the ongoing insurgency.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Economy==&lt;br /&gt;
===Energy sector===&lt;br /&gt;
The energy sector is an important part of the economy of Anahuaco, with the empire producing an excess of electrical energy. The electrical grid, which is controlled by the federal government, produces a surplus of power, with the government aiming to create export agreements with neighboring countries.&lt;br /&gt;
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The climate of the empire makes it suitable for geothermal energy production, while bio-gas reclamation in agriculture, domestic solar panel installation and extensive wind farms in lowland hills meet the rest of the nation&#039;s power needs. Homeowners are encouraged to install domestic power banks at home to help meet peaks in demand, but the cost implications have made them impractical for many households. A government subsidy scheme is expected to set up to support power bank installation in 1708.&lt;br /&gt;
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In addition to the economic output created by power generation, an extensive industry has grown to meet the demand for parts and support services.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Agriculture===&lt;br /&gt;
Agriculture forms an important part of the economy of the empire. The industry is heavily focused in [[Estado de Anahuaco]], with smaller agricultural on the coastal plains of [[Vicario]] and the parts of [[Matamoros]] closest to the Red River. While crops grown varies from region to region, popular crops include beans, tomatoes, potatoes, squashes, wheat and maize.&lt;br /&gt;
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The agricultural output of Anahuaco primarily serves the domestic market, due to the large population and relatively small amount of usable land. The main staple crops, maize and beans, are almost never exported, while excess produce of other types is often made available on the international market.&lt;br /&gt;
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Climatic factors mean that agriculture is extremely regionally-specific.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Manufacturing===&lt;br /&gt;
Various forms of manufacturing form the backbone of the economy of Anahuaco, with a large workforce and low land prices making the empire an attractive location for the production of textiles, automobiles, aircraft and electronics.&lt;br /&gt;
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Manufacturing industries form a significant part of the economy in the states of [[Granaditas]] and [[Pavón]], where government incentives have attracted large corporations. In these states, certain areas of federally owned land have been designated as enterprise zones to encourage economic activity. In these zones, corporate tax breaks are provided, as well as government assistance with building employee housing and social services.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Culture==&lt;br /&gt;
The diverse geography, climate and population of Anahuaco have given rise to a culture that is similarly diverse. From cuisine to music, art and fashion, huge regional differences exist across the empire.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Art===&lt;br /&gt;
As the largest and most cosmopolitan city in the empire, [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]] is the art capital of Anahuaco. For centuries, art has thrived in the city, with oil painting and sculpture being the preferred artistic forms during the early days of the empire. While these art forms remain popular, modern art has become increasingly popular in decent years.&lt;br /&gt;
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The capital city is home to a variety of art museums, most notably the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo (Contemporary Art Museum) and Museo Nacional de Arte (National Art Museum). In addition to these formalized art galleries, [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]] also have a thriving street are scene. While graffiti is closely controlled in the historic center and government districts, elsewhere large public murals and informal art forms are commonplace.&lt;br /&gt;
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Outside of the capital, the only other nationally renounced art gallery is found in Puerto Dominguez. Museo Indígena (Indigenous Museum) features artworks of various sorts created by the original inhabitants of the territory that would later become Anahuaco. These works consist mainly of wood and stone carvings and sculptures. Additionally, a number of cave paintings are displayed in the gallery, having been transported from around the empire. While the museum&#039;s supporters argue that it helps to protect and showcase ancient art forms, others have criticized the project for removing artworks from their original context.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Cuisine===&lt;br /&gt;
Food plays a very important role in the life and culture of Anahuaco, and a distinct cuisine and food culture has grown across the empire. Tomatoes, onions, and coriander are considered to the &amp;quot;trinity&amp;quot; of Anahuacano cooking and feature prominently in a variety of dishes. &lt;br /&gt;
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Staple foods include rice, beans, potatoes maize and wheat, with the grains most often consumed in the form of tortillas. A key division within the cuisine of Anahuaco is between areas that consume maize tortillas and those that consume wheat tortillas. While this difference is based largely on the climate of the different regions (with maize being more common in coastal and highland areas, while wheat is better suited to many inland areas) it is nevertheless a matter of intense debate and disagreement.&lt;br /&gt;
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Additionally, the cuisine of Anahuaco is noted internationally for its use of chili peppers. Despite this, the majority of common Anahuacano dishes are not overly spicy, with only a few exceptions. &lt;br /&gt;
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Within households dining together is very common and seen as an important social ritual. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Music===&lt;br /&gt;
Traditional folk music continues to dominate the musical scene in Anahuaco. A traditional band consists of between four and ten musicians, with acoustic guitars, brass instruments, and drums forming the backbone of the musical style. While modern variants of the traditional form do exist, and enjoy considerable popularity, modern variations still adhere to the traditional format, with rap elements and electronic instruments added.&lt;br /&gt;
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Music and dancing (an important cultural practice in its own right) form an immeasurably important part of cultural and everyday life in Anahuaco. Dance and music classes are included in the school curriculum, with students expected to perform at concerts each year. These traditional dances feature predominantly in the party scene of Anahuaco, with variations created to match more modern styles of music.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Fashion===&lt;br /&gt;
Anahuaco is home to a thriving modern fashion scene, with [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]] considered to be one of the fashion capitals of [[Keltia]]. Various modes of traditional dress exist across the empire, with the size of the territory allowing several distinct styles to develop simultaneously. These styles largely reflect the climate and weather of the different regions of the empire.&lt;br /&gt;
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Despite this, several traditional garments are common across the empire and are still in everyday use. These include wide-brimmed hats and richly embroidered waist coats. &lt;br /&gt;
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: Created page with &amp;quot; The Partido del Trabajo (Workers Party) is a left-wing, socialist political party based in Anahuaco. Unlike many traditional socialist parties, Partido del Trabajo is a monarchist political movement, arguing that the Imperial system within Anahuaco provides the stability that enables economic prosperity.  ==History==  Partido del Trabajo is one of the oldest political parties in Anahuaco, having been founded in 1706 (the same year that the Empire was established). W...&amp;quot;&lt;/p&gt;
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The Partido del Trabajo (Workers Party) is a left-wing, socialist political party based in [[Anahuaco]]. Unlike many traditional socialist parties, Partido del Trabajo is a monarchist political movement, arguing that the Imperial system within Anahuaco provides the stability that enables economic prosperity.&lt;br /&gt;
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==History==&lt;br /&gt;
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Partido del Trabajo is one of the oldest political parties in Anahuaco, having been founded in 1706 (the same year that the Empire was established). While many of the founding members of the party had previously been aligned with the [[Republicanos]] movement, they considered themselves to be pragmatists rather than ideologues.&lt;br /&gt;
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The party is one of only two political parties in Anahuaco to have been represented in every Congreso Honorable del Imperio (Honourable Congress of the Empire) in imperial history.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Key policy positions==&lt;br /&gt;
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As with many socialist parties, Partido del Trabajo adheres to many traditional left-wing political beliefs. These include:&lt;br /&gt;
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* The right of workers to form and participate in trade unions.&lt;br /&gt;
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* Constitutional rights to paid time off work, as well as paid sick and parental leave.&lt;br /&gt;
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* A federally mandated minimum wage.&lt;br /&gt;
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* Protection from unfair dismissal or unsafe, unsanitary or unhealthy working conditions.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Controversies==&lt;br /&gt;
At various points in the party’s history, representatives have advocated for a negotiated settlement to end the conflict with the [[Republicanos]]. Such statements are considered taboo within the Congreso Honorable del Imperio (Honourable Congress of the Empire), leading to several representatives being suspended from attending debates.&lt;br /&gt;
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These incidents have led some to accuse the party of being Republicano sympathisers, althhogh this has never been official party policy.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[Category: Anahuaco]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
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The &#039;&#039;&#039;Anahuaco Empire&#039;&#039;&#039; (Martino: &#039;&#039;Imperio Anahuacano&#039;&#039;), is a country in the eastern part of Keltia. It is bordered to the north by [[The Green]], to the east by [[Calbion]] and Taylor Bay, to the west by a river known locally as Rio Rojo, and to the south by the Great Eastern Ocean.&lt;br /&gt;
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Covering an area of approximately 182.052 km² and with a population of nearly 67 million, Anahuaco has one of the largest [[Martino language|Martino]]-speaking population of any country on [[Micras]]. Ciudad de Anahuaco is the largest city in the nation, with a population of just under 12 million. Other large cities include Hidalgo, San Miguel el Grande, and Agustin. &lt;br /&gt;
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The empire is constituted as a federation of five states: [[Estado de Anahuaco]], [[Vicario]], [[Matamoros]], [[Granaditas]],and [[Pavón]]. Despite this the central government, led by Emperor José Joaquín, retains a large degree of power.&lt;br /&gt;
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During the pre-Aanahuaco era, the territory that now makes up the empire was part of [[The Green]], with various factions fighting for control of land and resources. The majority of the current population, around 55%, emigrated to the empire from established nations to govern and populate the region after the proclamation of the empire in 1706. While the émigré population prides itself on having bought stability to the territory, many pre-Aanahuaco groups claim to have faced discrimination, and a strict class system still persists in some rural areas.&lt;br /&gt;
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Aanahuaco&#039;s history, and present-day, are marred by in-fighting between various groups attempting to enforce their preferred style of government. While the empire is relatively stable in the present era, an insurgency persists in the Granaditas and Pavón states, with republican dissidents regularly moving back and forth across the border with [[The Green]] to attack government infrastructure and Imperial forces.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Etymology==&lt;br /&gt;
The name Aanahuaco is derived from a place name used one group of pre-Aanahuaco inhabitants to refer to part of the current territory of the empire. The name translated roughly as &amp;quot;close to water&amp;quot;, referring to the seas and river that form the borders of the present-day empire on three sides. While the name may not have originally been intended to refer to the whole of the territory,the name was in widespread usage during the settlement era and was therefore adapted as the official name for the new nation.&lt;br /&gt;
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==History==&lt;br /&gt;
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===Pre-Aanahuaco===&lt;br /&gt;
Prior to 1706, the lands that make up the modern-day territory of the empire were occupied (at least partially) by a significant and shifting variety of groups. With residual populations from the dissolution of [[Nova England]] and [[Gran Verionia]], refugees from the [[Warring Islands]] and [[Xang Muang]] and others all vying for control of agricultural land and resources. &lt;br /&gt;
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While these groups originated from established states, several generations lived and died in [[The Green]], and over time unique cultures developed. These included numerous unwritten languages, folklore and unique religious practices.&lt;br /&gt;
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Although this era is largely remembered as a time of anarchy, long periods of peace did occur, with alliance systems between various groups helping to stabilise certain areas. During these times of peace, agriculture and some forms of industry did develop, with a fledgling city forming in the centre of the territory, at the confluence of several important trade routes.&lt;br /&gt;
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===La Gran Migración===&lt;br /&gt;
In years immediately prior to 1700, a large number of émigrés began to arrive and settle in the territory, drawn by (largely unfounded) rumours of abundant natural resources and ample agricultural land. While these new arrivals were initially a small minority all but ignored by the existing inhabitants, over time increased population density elsewhere on Micras led to a notable increase in the rate of migration to the territory.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Verionian migration.png|260px|thumb|right|A family of Verionian migrants from Zacatecoluca on their way to the North]]&lt;br /&gt;
The largest part of these immigrants originated from [[Gran Verionia]]. In what became known as &#039;&#039;La Gran Migración&#039;&#039;, a large numer of residents of mainly Guano heritage escaped what they perceived to be the imposition of a foreign power (New Alexandria) in their homeland. Encouraged by the migration from the Green, the Guano organised themselves under the leadership of Ignacio Sanchèz Herado and migrated in two main waves across the river to what is now Anahuaco. Verionian migrants originated mainly from the Northern, and the Guano dominated states of Aracataca, Cobán, Cuzcatán, Río de Mayo and Zacatecoluca.&lt;br /&gt;
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In addition to the Verionian migrants who arrived in the South, a large number of former Nova English migrants entered the area from the North. The division between the largely Republican Verionians, and the staunchly monarchist Nova Englanders created the foundation for internal divisions in the young nation, which became apparent in later years.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Ciudad Grande===&lt;br /&gt;
Fearing the sudden influx of émigrés could lead to them being displaced, the existing inhabitants of the territory signed a treaty establishing a loose form of central government, with their largest settlement being designated as the seat of government power. This treaty referred to the capital simply as Ciudad Grande.&lt;br /&gt;
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In order to preserve the natural resources of the territory, which they perceived were being pilfered by émigré export businesses, the government of Ciudad Grande introduced an export tax, set at 50% of the declared value of any goods to be exported.&lt;br /&gt;
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===The Constantine Incident===&lt;br /&gt;
The émigré community reacted angrily to the imposition of the export tax by Ciudad Grande, and a number of violent altercations occurred between émigrés and the tax collectors stationed and ports to collect the levy. During this period, the émigrés began to feel victimised by the new tax, and some traders began to important weaponry to protect their economic interests.&lt;br /&gt;
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In a particularly notorious incident in 1704, the émigré ship S.S. Constantine was impounded by the authorities from Ciudad Grande after the owner declared the value of the 300 cattle being exported as less than the price of a bag of apples. After an evening of drinking in a bar adjacent to the pier, the Constantine&#039;s owner (an émigré called Carlos Ortiz) enlisted the help of other traders and, using weapons stored nearby, killed the four customs officers stationed nearby.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Rebellion===&lt;br /&gt;
News of the murder of the customs officers spread quickly and, fuelled by the sense of grievance provoked by the imposition of the export tax, émigrés across the territory began attacks on officials from Ciudad Grande. The fledgling authorities struggled to respond to the unfolding crisis, with no national police force or army to call upon, and a support base that was still spread widely across the territory.&lt;br /&gt;
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Less than 3 weeks after the impounding of the Constantine, 2000 heavily armed émigrés encircled Ciudad Grande, demanding the surrender of the authorities. With little hope of coordinating an armed defence, and to avoid inflicting casualties on the civilians of the city, the authorities capitulated on June 17th 1704.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Declaration of a nation===&lt;br /&gt;
Seizing upon the momentum their rebellion had built up, the émigrés in Ciudad Grande quickly declared the birth of a new nation, but immediately fell into disagreement over what form of governance should be used, and where the boundaries of the new country should be drawn. Two key groups quickly emerged, which were later labelled as Imperialistas and Republicanos. Each side called on their supporters to converge on Ciudad Grande with the aim of gaining the upper hand by sheer weight of numbers.&lt;br /&gt;
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Buoyed by an influx of inherently monarchist émigrés from the former territories of [[Nova England]], the Imperialistas quickly amassed a significant amount of firepower around the city.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Polticial division===&lt;br /&gt;
With little progress forming a cohesive constitution for the new nation, and fearing the arrival of more and more Imperialistas, the Republicanos fled Ciudad Grande on New Year&#039;s Day 1705, along with their leader Roberto Sanchez. Arriving in the settlement that would later become the city of Guerrero, Sanchez declared the creation of the Republica Anahuacano, using the name used by the prior inhabitants of the area.&lt;br /&gt;
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When the news reached Ciudad Grande two days later, the Imperialistas were infuriated and immediately declared the Imperio Anahuacano, and called on supporters from the whole of [[Micras]] to rally to their cause. Sachez and his supporters were found guilty of treason in absentia at a hastily assembled trial. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Civil war===&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;&#039;Main Article:&#039;&#039;&#039; [[Anahuacano Civil War]]&lt;br /&gt;
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The police force sent to arrest Sanchez was, in reality, a hastily assembled army of Imperialistas, who arrived to find the city of Guerrero largely fortified against them. The local population, most of whom were not émigrés themselves, had fled into the barren landscape around the city to avoid the fighting.&lt;br /&gt;
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While the Republicanos in Guerrero successfully fought off the first Imperialista infantry assault, their opponents had access to heavy weaponry that the defenders themselves lacked. After a week of heavy bombardment, with the city all but encircled and with supplies running short, Sanchez and a large part of his forces slipped out of the city during the night of February 12th 1705, and Guerrero surrendered to the Imperialistas the following day.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Consolidation of the empire===&lt;br /&gt;
While Sanchez and the Republicanos were roundly defeated at Guerrero, they did not surrender, and instead retreated to the northern borderlands where the harsh climate of deserts and mountains made it possible to hide from Imperialista forces. The Republicanos began a campaign of insurgency and guerrilla warfare in the countryside that continues to this day.&lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile, more and more of the émigré community declared themselves for the Imperialista cause, and the previous government of Ciudad Grande encouraged their supporters to do likewise, to avoid further bloodshed. Although the pre-existing population of the territory were still in the majority, they had limited access to modern weaponry and little coordination between the various groups, rending resistance ineffective. &lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile more and émigrés flooded into the territory, and the Imperialistas sought an Emperor to reign over their new empire while consolidating their military control.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Arrival of the Emperor===&lt;br /&gt;
The culmination of the Imperialista cause occurred on March 21st 1706 when [[José Joaquín of Anahuaco|José Joaquín Garcia]], a little-known relative of former [[King Aelfric I]] of [[Nova England]], arrived in Ciudad Grande. Lured by the Imperialistas with the promise leading a new golden age on Keltia, with riches and splendours to match the glory days of [[Nova England]] José Joaquín arrived in Anahuaco with little knowledge of the country, but with the promise that he would be welcomed as the saviour of a tumultuous nation. &lt;br /&gt;
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Renamed Ciudad de Anahuaco in advance of the Emperor&#039;s arrival, the inhabitants of the capital welcomed their new ruler with flag-lined streets, ecstatic crowds and shouts of ¡Viva el Emperador! While the crowds of Imperialistas in the city were genuine in their enthusiasm, the sentiment was not widely shared outside of the capital at this point in time.&lt;br /&gt;
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The enthronement of José Joaquín as Emperor of Anahuaco on the day of his arrival in Ciudad de Anahuaco is considered the starting point in modern Anahuacan history.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Geography==&lt;br /&gt;
Anahuaco has a total area of 182.052 km², located entirely on the continent of [[Keltia]]. The empire has coastline on the Great Eastern Ocean and Taylor Bay, the southwest of which is referred to locally as Golfo de Anahuaco. To the east, the empire shares an extensive land border with [[Calbion]] and a maritime border with [[Ralgon]]. &lt;br /&gt;
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The western border of Anahuaco is the Rio Rojo (red river) which runs the length of the border before entering the Great Eastern Ocean at the southwestern tip of Matamoros State.&lt;br /&gt;
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The interior of the empire is defined by the Sierra del Sur mountain range, which begins in [[The Green]] north of [[Pavón]] State, runs west of San Miguel el Grande, before splitting into branches, which pass on either side of Ciudad de Anahuaco. This creates a high mountainous plateau upon which the city sits, with an elevation of 2000m above sea level. The highest peak in the range is El Cerro Del Guaymas, which reaches 3421m.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Climate===&lt;br /&gt;
Anahuaco&#039;s climate varies dramatically depending on the region, but the empire can be roughly divided into tropical, desert, and temperate zones. The coastal states of [[Matamoros]] and [[Vicario]], as well as the southern tip of [[Estado de Anahuaco]], form the tropical zone, with significant rainfall, warm year-round temperatures and a significant amount of rainforest.&lt;br /&gt;
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This contrasts sharply with the arid, desert landscapes that dominate [[Granaditas]] and [[Pavón]] states, which are blocked from coastal precipitation of the south by the Sierra del Sur mountain range. Summer temperatures in these regions regularly reach 40 °C - 50 °C. The exception in this region is eastern [[Pavón]], which sits to the east of the mountains and therefore experiences a mild coastal climate.&lt;br /&gt;
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The temperate zone meanwhile occupies the majority of [[Estado de Anahuaco]], as well as western parts of [[Vicario]] State. The high elevation in these regions ensures a year-round moderate temperature, with highs in the summer reaching 30 °C, which winter temperatures average around 18 °C. The two branches of the Sierra del Sur mountain range surround the temperate zone, channelling damp coastal air upwards to condense and provide significant rainfall. This makes the temperate zone ideal for growing many staple crops, and the area is also home to the majority of the population of Anahuaco.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Government==&lt;br /&gt;
The Imperio Anahuacano was constituted in 1706 as a semi-federal federation, with government functions split across two levels: federal government, and state governments. The federal government, centered in Estado de Anahuaco, retains responsibility for defense, imposition of taxes, foreign policy and state security. Responsibility for all other areas of governance is devolved to state governments by an act of the federal congress (Martino: Congreso Honorable del Imperio), which theoretically also retains the right to re-centralize the powers if it is ever deemed necessary.&lt;br /&gt;
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Each state is required by the constitution to have three branches of government: a Governor (Martino: Gobernador) appointed by the Emperor, a unicameral state congress, and a state supreme court. The Chief Justice of each state supreme court also sits as a judge at the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (Martino: Suprema Corte de Justicia de la Nación).&lt;br /&gt;
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===Executive Power===&lt;br /&gt;
The head of state of Anahuaco is the Emperor (Martino: Emperador del Imperio Anahuacano). The current Emperor is José Joaquín I. In addition to serving as head of state, the Emperor is also commander in chief of the [[Anahuacan Imperial Armed Forces]], and is responsible for appointing a government cabinet including the Prime Minister.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Legislative Power===&lt;br /&gt;
The unicameral legislature is the Honourable Congress of the Empire (Martino: Congreso Honorable del Imperio), which is directly elected by all citizens over the age of 16 years, using a system of proportional representation. Representatives of the largest party in the congress are typically appointed to form the government cabinet, although the constitution does not specify that this has to be the case.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Political Parties===&lt;br /&gt;
Party politics in Anahuaco features a broad variety of parties, with the proportional representation system ensuring that a spectrum of views are represented in the legislature. However, all candidates for election are required to record their willingness to take the oath of office if elected and, as the oath requires the oath-taker to pledge loyalty to the Emperor and Empire, and for that reason there are currently no republican political parties in Anahuaco. &lt;br /&gt;
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As of 1722, the largest political parties in Anahuaco are:&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Partido del Trabajo]] (Workers Party)&lt;br /&gt;
*Frente Democrático Nacional (National Democratic Party)&lt;br /&gt;
*Unión Popular (People&#039;s Union)&lt;br /&gt;
*Partido Popular (People&#039;s Party)&lt;br /&gt;
*Partido Regionalista de Estado de Anahuaco (Regional Party of Anahuaco State)&lt;br /&gt;
*Partido Regionalista de Vicario (Regional Party of Vicario State)&lt;br /&gt;
*Partido Liberal Anahuacano (Anahuacan Liberal Party)&lt;br /&gt;
*Partido Conservador Anahuacano (Anahuacan Conservative Party)&lt;br /&gt;
*Partido Nacional Humanista (National Humanist Party)&lt;br /&gt;
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A wide variety of smaller parties exist, with varying degrees of representation at federal and state level, but those listed above tend to dominate most government institutions.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Judicial Power===&lt;br /&gt;
The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (Martino: Suprema Corte de Justicia de la Nación) consists of 5 judges, each of whom is the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of one of the 5 states that make up the empire. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Foreign Policy===&lt;br /&gt;
The foreign policy of Anahuaco, under the direction of the Emperor and federal government, is based on the principles of neutrality, dialogue and collective defense through participation in international organizations. Openness to dialogue is considered a key principle, and for that reason Anahuaco is open to diplomatic relations with all the nations of [[Micras]], regardless of ideology.&lt;br /&gt;
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The government of Anahuaco promotes non-interference in internal affairs as a cornerstone of foreign policy. Sceptics claim that this position is based on the desire to keep foreign powers out of the tumultuous internal affairs of the empire. &lt;br /&gt;
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Policy is primarily orientated towards the other nations of [[Keltia]], with limited resources devoted to issues elsewhere on [[Micras]].&lt;br /&gt;
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===States===&lt;br /&gt;
The Anahuacan Empire is a federation of 5 states, with a federal government and state governments. Each state directly elects its own legislature while the state governors are appointed by the Emperor to serve 10 year terms. Combined, the 5 state governors form a council that oversees the governance of Ciudad do Anahuaco, as the federal capital.&lt;br /&gt;
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Unlike in many nations, Anahuaco does not have a division between municipal and state governments, and all local government functions are carried out at state level. The size and population density of some states, particularly [[Estado de Anahuaco]], [[Vicario]] and [[Matamoros]], mean that the state governments have authority over a population equivalent to that of a small country.&lt;br /&gt;
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While the federal government has extensive authority and veto powers over the state governments, in reality the state governments exercise a significant degree of autonomy, within the framework of the federal constitution.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Insurgency===&lt;br /&gt;
While the majority of Anahuaco is considered safe and stable, an on-going republican insurgency persists in the borderlands of [[Granaditas]] and [[Pavón]] states. Cities and most major transport links are in government hands, however, the desert and border areas of the states are home to several thousand Republicanos, who frequently engage in attacks against the police, Imperial Armed Forces and other government infrastructure.&lt;br /&gt;
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Significant federal resources have been invested in attempting to stamp out the insurgency, but the size of the area, inhospitable terrain and some sympathetic locals have made it difficult for the authorities to stamp out the Republicanos entirely. Additionally, federal forces are typically reluctant to venture into [[The Green]], allowing the insurgents to retreat into, and receive supplies from, the areas beyond the border.&lt;br /&gt;
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In 1719, the Imperial Constancian Embassy, as part of diplomatic and Raspur Pact treaty commitments, expanded its Defense Attache offices to include a military advisory command, with select officials of the [[Imperial Constancian Armed Forces]] detailed to assist, train, and advise Anahuaco defense and security forces to better defeat the ongoing insurgency.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Economy==&lt;br /&gt;
===Energy sector===&lt;br /&gt;
The energy sector is an important part of the economy of Anahuaco, with the empire producing an excess of electrical energy. The electrical grid, which is controlled by the federal government, produces a surplus of power, with the government aiming to create export agreements with neighboring countries.&lt;br /&gt;
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The climate of the empire makes it suitable for geothermal energy production, while bio-gas reclamation in agriculture, domestic solar panel installation and extensive wind farms in lowland hills meet the rest of the nation&#039;s power needs. Homeowners are encouraged to install domestic power banks at home to help meet peaks in demand, but the cost implications have made them impractical for many households. A government subsidy scheme is expected to set up to support power bank installation in 1708.&lt;br /&gt;
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In addition to the economic output created by power generation, an extensive industry has grown to meet the demand for parts and support services.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Agriculture===&lt;br /&gt;
Agriculture forms an important part of the economy of the empire. The industry is heavily focused in [[Estado de Anahuaco]], with smaller agricultural on the coastal plains of [[Vicario]] and the parts of [[Matamoros]] closest to the Red River. While crops grown varies from region to region, popular crops include beans, tomatoes, potatoes, squashes, wheat and maize.&lt;br /&gt;
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The agricultural output of Anahuaco primarily serves the domestic market, due to the large population and relatively small amount of usable land. The main staple crops, maize and beans, are almost never exported, while excess produce of other types is often made available on the international market.&lt;br /&gt;
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Climatic factors mean that agriculture is extremely regionally-specific.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Manufacturing===&lt;br /&gt;
Various forms of manufacturing form the backbone of the economy of Anahuaco, with a large workforce and low land prices making the empire an attractive location for the production of textiles, automobiles, aircraft and electronics.&lt;br /&gt;
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Manufacturing industries form a significant part of the economy in the states of [[Granaditas]] and [[Pavón]], where government incentives have attracted large corporations. In these states, certain areas of federally owned land have been designated as enterprise zones to encourage economic activity. In these zones, corporate tax breaks are provided, as well as government assistance with building employee housing and social services.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Culture==&lt;br /&gt;
The diverse geography, climate and population of Anahuaco have given rise to a culture that is similarly diverse. From cuisine to music, art and fashion, huge regional differences exist across the empire.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Art===&lt;br /&gt;
As the largest and most cosmopolitan city in the empire, [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]] is the art capital of Anahuaco. For centuries, art has thrived in the city, with oil painting and sculpture being the preferred artistic forms during the early days of the empire. While these art forms remain popular, modern art has become increasingly popular in decent years.&lt;br /&gt;
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The capital city is home to a variety of art museums, most notably the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo (Contemporary Art Museum) and Museo Nacional de Arte (National Art Museum). In addition to these formalized art galleries, [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]] also have a thriving street are scene. While graffiti is closely controlled in the historic center and government districts, elsewhere large public murals and informal art forms are commonplace.&lt;br /&gt;
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Outside of the capital, the only other nationally renounced art gallery is found in Puerto Dominguez. Museo Indígena (Indigenous Museum) features artworks of various sorts created by the original inhabitants of the territory that would later become Anahuaco. These works consist mainly of wood and stone carvings and sculptures. Additionally, a number of cave paintings are displayed in the gallery, having been transported from around the empire. While the museum&#039;s supporters argue that it helps to protect and showcase ancient art forms, others have criticized the project for removing artworks from their original context.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Cuisine===&lt;br /&gt;
Food plays a very important role in the life and culture of Anahuaco, and a distinct cuisine and food culture has grown across the empire. Tomatoes, onions, and coriander are considered to the &amp;quot;trinity&amp;quot; of Anahuacano cooking and feature prominently in a variety of dishes. &lt;br /&gt;
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Staple foods include rice, beans, potatoes maize and wheat, with the grains most often consumed in the form of tortillas. A key division within the cuisine of Anahuaco is between areas that consume maize tortillas and those that consume wheat tortillas. While this difference is based largely on the climate of the different regions (with maize being more common in coastal and highland areas, while wheat is better suited to many inland areas) it is nevertheless a matter of intense debate and disagreement.&lt;br /&gt;
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Additionally, the cuisine of Anahuaco is noted internationally for its use of chili peppers. Despite this, the majority of common Anahuacano dishes are not overly spicy, with only a few exceptions. &lt;br /&gt;
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Within households dining together is very common and seen as an important social ritual. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Music===&lt;br /&gt;
Traditional folk music continues to dominate the musical scene in Anahuaco. A traditional band consists of between four and ten musicians, with acoustic guitars, brass instruments, and drums forming the backbone of the musical style. While modern variants of the traditional form do exist, and enjoy considerable popularity, modern variations still adhere to the traditional format, with rap elements and electronic instruments added.&lt;br /&gt;
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Music and dancing (an important cultural practice in its own right) form an immeasurably important part of cultural and everyday life in Anahuaco. Dance and music classes are included in the school curriculum, with students expected to perform at concerts each year. These traditional dances feature predominantly in the party scene of Anahuaco, with variations created to match more modern styles of music.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Fashion===&lt;br /&gt;
Anahuaco is home to a thriving modern fashion scene, with [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]] considered to be one of the fashion capitals of [[Keltia]]. Various modes of traditional dress exist across the empire, with the size of the territory allowing several distinct styles to develop simultaneously. These styles largely reflect the climate and weather of the different regions of the empire.&lt;br /&gt;
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Despite this, several traditional garments are common across the empire and are still in everyday use. These include wide-brimmed hats and richly embroidered waist coats. &lt;br /&gt;
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[[Category:Anahuaco]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Nations]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
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		<title>Pentecostés Offensive</title>
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&lt;div&gt;The &#039;&#039;&#039;Pentecostés Offensive&#039;&#039;&#039; was a military offensive launched by the [[Imperial Armed Forces of Anahuaco]].&lt;br /&gt;
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The operation&#039;s goal was to stamp out a recently established [[Republicanos]] foothold on the western bank of the Rio Rojo.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
In mid-1719, the Imperial Government of [[Anahuaco]] became aware that the [[Republicanos]] had begun transporting supplies and personnel across the [[Strait of Haifa|Rio Rojo]] to the north of [[Granaditas]].&lt;br /&gt;
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While the Republicano movements took place entirely within [[The Green]], the Imperiali Government was acutely aware of its risks for the Empire. Establishing positions on the western bank of the river would allow Republicanos to launch raids anywhere along the river and strangle the river-bourne trade emanating from Guerrero.&lt;br /&gt;
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Attempts to patrol the river and prevent crossings were unsuccessful, with night crossings particularly hard to detect over such a large expanse of territory.&lt;br /&gt;
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With these considerations in mind, a decision was made to launch an offensive in 1720.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Scope==&lt;br /&gt;
While the Imperial Government was eager to prevent the Republicanos from establishing themselves on the western bank, the Empire did not want to be burdened with controlling the territory.&lt;br /&gt;
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For this reason, the [[Imperial Armed Forces of Anahuaco]] were instructed to prepare and execute a limited military operation to destroy the Republicano build-up on the far side of the river and deter future crossings.&lt;br /&gt;
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==International context==&lt;br /&gt;
The {{PAGENAME}} occurred concurrently with the [[Wars of the Disinherited]], which were wages between the [[Raspur Pact]] and the [[Confederacy of the Dispossessed]] throughout much of [[Corum]], [[Eura]], [[Keltia]], and across the [[Sea of Storms]]. For this reason the Imperial Armed Forces were not able to enjoy the full measure of support from [[Keltia Command]] during the offensive until after the Ostlandic armistice and the conclusion of the [[Siege of Dalen]].&lt;br /&gt;
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==First phase==&lt;br /&gt;
On the morning of 29th May 1720, the [[Imperial Armed Forces of Anahuaco]] launched the first phase of their response. This phase consists of targeted air and missile strikes on known Republicano logistics and command hubs, while a long-range artillery barrage was launched from the east bank to keep Republicano forces pinned down.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Second phase==&lt;br /&gt;
Beginning on June 15th 1720, a large scale ground offensive was launched across the river, with elite units of the Imperial Armed Forces charged with establishing a beach head on the western bank of the river.&lt;br /&gt;
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Thereafter, armoured and infantry units were deployed to dismantle Republicano infrastructure and eliminate insurgents.&lt;br /&gt;
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After initial success in wiping out Republicano strongholds, the Imperial Armed Forces soon found themselves facing guerrilla warfare tactics. Despite this, operations continued for an extended period, with significant casualties on both sides.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Third phase==&lt;br /&gt;
By 1730, most of the western bank of the river had been claimed and was no longer part of [[The Green]]. &lt;br /&gt;
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For that reason, operations were scaled back, and the Imperial Armed Forces opted for a campaign of air strikes and special forces raids to suppress the Republicanos in the remaining unclaimed territory.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[Category: Conflicts]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
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		<title>Commonwealth Men</title>
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|&#039;&#039;&#039;Areas of support:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| [[Joseph Town]], [[Zuid-Richel]]&lt;br /&gt;
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|&#039;&#039;&#039;Supporters:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| 2,000 (1720)&lt;br /&gt;
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|&#039;&#039;&#039;Goals:&#039;&#039;&#039; || Abolition of the [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]], Disestablishment of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]]&lt;br /&gt;
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The &#039;&#039;&#039;Commonwealth Men&#039;&#039;&#039; is a political and religious movement in the [[South Sea Islands]].&lt;br /&gt;
Founded in 1720, the movement&#039;s primary goals are the abolition of the [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]] and the disestablishment of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]].&lt;br /&gt;
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==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
Following the implosion of [[Nova England]], the monarchy of the [[South Sea Islands]] ceased to be hereditary and mirrored the presidency of [[Mercury]] instead.&lt;br /&gt;
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Without the historic loyalty to Nova England to underpin it, the monarchy in the Commonwealth became diminished in the eyes of many South Sea Islanders.&lt;br /&gt;
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While Mercury was almost universally considered a friendly state and valued ally, and Islanders felt no animosity towards its President, the basis for the arrangement was generally viewed as tenuous.&lt;br /&gt;
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Simultaneously, religious unrest began to brew among the population of the Commonwealth. A new prayer book issued by the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] in 1720 dismissed many historical aspects of worship in the islands as superstition.&lt;br /&gt;
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These changes led to calls for more freedom of worship in the islands and greater autonomy for individual congregations. Ultimately this unhappiness would manifest as a movement to disestablish the state religion.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Goals==&lt;br /&gt;
-The Commonwealth Men movement has three stated objectives:&lt;br /&gt;
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-The abolition of the [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]] and its replacement with a directly elected presidency. With this change, the Commonwealth would become a republic, and the constitutional monarchy would be removed.&lt;br /&gt;
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-The abolition of the state religion and the disestablishment of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]]. Church property would be transferred to the individual congregations, who would be provided autonomy to choose their methods of worship.&lt;br /&gt;
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-An overhaul of the electoral system, with the first past the post system replaced with proportional representation based on a party system.&lt;br /&gt;
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-A new constitution to cement the changes outlined above.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Support==&lt;br /&gt;
The Commonwealth Men&#039;s movement initially found little support among the [[South Sea Islands]] population. Many islanders had very little interaction with the national government, and, given the small resources available to the government, it didn&#039;t tend to intervene much in daily life.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
However, the 1720 prayer book issued by the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] galvanized support for the movement more generally. While the prayer book was not the work of the government, the Commonwealth Men succeeded in attaching their broader goals to the religious dissatisfaction felt by many islanders.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
By spring 1720, nearly 2000 islanders had become registered supporters of the Commonwealth Men, accounting for almost 20% of the Commonwealth&#039;s total population.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Methods==&lt;br /&gt;
The Commonwealth Men&#039;s movement is broadly split into two factions. The first, and by far the largest, is a politically moderate faction committed to bringing about change by standing in elections to the Legislative Assembly and bringing about change within the existing political framework.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
However, a minor second faction has called for more direct revolutionary action. This faction consists primarily of younger people and is ridiculed by many in broader society as calling for enacting the plotline to the hit TV show [[Polar Reds]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==December 1724 Constitutional Referendum==&lt;br /&gt;
The events surrounding the [[December 1724 Constitutional Referendum]] are considered a watershed moment for the Commonwealth Men, marking both their biggest successes and ultimate failure.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While the leadership of the group strongly endorsed their ideological and political programme, and were encouraged by the popular support they initially received, the electorate of the South Sea Islands ultimately rejected nearly all of the groups goals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: South Sea Islands]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Acer_rubrum_australis&amp;diff=334407</id>
		<title>Acer rubrum australis</title>
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|scientific = Acer rubrum australis&lt;br /&gt;
|nicknames = Southern dazzling red&lt;br /&gt;
|image = Acer rubrum australis.jpg&lt;br /&gt;
|bodytype= Deciduous&lt;br /&gt;
|maxlength = 42m&lt;br /&gt;
|colour = Green in summer, red in autumn&lt;br /&gt;
|diet = N/A&lt;br /&gt;
|habitat = Coastal uplands&lt;br /&gt;
|discovery = {{AN|1073}}&lt;br /&gt;
|locale = {{team flag|South Sea Islands}}&lt;br /&gt;
|related = None&lt;br /&gt;
|danger = Least concern&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;&#039;&#039;Acer rubrum australis&#039;&#039;&#039;&#039;&#039; otherwise known as the &#039;&#039;&#039;Southern dazzling red&#039;&#039;&#039; is a locally significant and abundant deciduous tree found in the northern territory of the [[South Sea Islands]]. While the tree only exists in a very small locale, the northern part of Grand Wulfram Island, the density of the tree within its range has led conservationists to categorise Acer rubrum australis as being a species of least concern.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Appearance== &lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Acer rubrum australis range.png|thumb|left|180px|&#039;&#039;&#039;Range:&#039;&#039;&#039; pink.]]&lt;br /&gt;
With an average mature specimen growing to a height of 42m, Acer rubrum australis is the tallest tree species found in the [[South Sea Islands]]. The tallest existing specimen, known locally as Big Jan, stands at 59 metres tall, and can be found approximately 1km north of the city of [[Zuid-Richel]]. In common with all deciduous trees, the Acer rubrum australis loses its leaves in autumn, but the tree is famed for the bright, vivid shades of red the leaves turn prior to falling. During spring and summer, the tree can be identified by it distinctive, three-pointed green leaves.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Economic importance==&lt;br /&gt;
On Grand Wulfram island, the trees are considered an important economic resources, providing construction material for timber framed houses as well as exterior cladding. Logging permits are issued by the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]], with special attention paid to sustainability and the nesting seasons of native birds.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==In popular culture==&lt;br /&gt;
Acer rubrum australis is the national tree of the [[South Sea Islands]] and features prominently in national symbols, including postage stamps and bank notes. Additionally, the autumn season attracts large numbers of tourists to the northern forests of Grand Wulfram. So called &#039;&#039;leafers&#039;&#039; are both an important source of tourist revenue for the area, as well as being considered a nuisance by some local residents.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Although the trees are not considered at risk of extinction and are felled on a commercial basis, it is considered taboo in the South Seas Islands to fell one without a valid reason.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Species]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:South Sea Islands]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Project_Orbit_Horizon&amp;diff=334406</id>
		<title>Project Orbit Horizon</title>
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|align=center colspan=2 | &amp;lt;center&amp;gt;&#039;&#039;&#039;Project Orbit Horizon&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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|&#039;&#039;&#039;Nation:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| {{team flag|South Sea Islands}}&lt;br /&gt;
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|&#039;&#039;&#039;Company:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| [[Great Southern Utilities]]&lt;br /&gt;
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|&#039;&#039;&#039;Purpose:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| Civilian &amp;amp; military satellite services&lt;br /&gt;
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|&#039;&#039;&#039;Founded:&#039;&#039;&#039; || 1699&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;Project Orbit Horizon&#039;&#039;&#039; is a civilian rocket and satellite program owned and operated by [[Great Southern Utilities]]. The primary purpose of the program is to provide cutting edge television, internet, GPS navigation and telephone services to the population of the [[South Sea Islands]], with the stated goal of providing cover to 100% of the nation&#039;s population by 1705. In addition to its civilian purpose, the program has also been contacted by the [[South Sea Islands Defence Force]] to provide military surveillance, communication, guidance and targeting capabilities.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==History==&lt;br /&gt;
The sparse and and disparate population of the [[South Sea Islands]] has historically posed challenges for service providers, with small scattered villages separated by rough and mountainous terrain being difficult to serve using traditional terrestrial television and mobile phone mast technology. For that reason, in 1695, the decision was taken to develop domestic rocket and satellite capabilities within the country.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] strongly encouraged this development and was an early investor in the program, although the majority of funding would ultimately come from private investors.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Following several test launches, and drawing extensively on existing technology, the first satellite was successfully launched and placed into orbit in 1699. By that time, a permanent launch site had been established at South Seas International Airport in [[Zuid-Richel]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Difficulties==&lt;br /&gt;
Owing to the extreme southern longitude of the [[South Sea Islands]], particularly large rockets needed to be developed to successfully launch satellites into orbit. Whereas equatorial launches can rely on a &amp;quot;slingshot&amp;quot; effect from Micras&#039; orbit to help them reach escape velocity, the effect of the spin is much less at extreme southern and extreme northern longitudes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A longer burn time for the rocket motors was therefore required to reach escape velocity, and inevitably this meant larger fuel tanks and bigger, heavier rockets. These difficulties meant that many existing rocket types were not suitable for use in the South Sea Islands, and bespoke rockets had to be created.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Initial success==&lt;br /&gt;
In August 1699 the first communications satellite, nicknamed &#039;&#039;Paper Cup 2&#039;&#039; while the launch site was nicknamed &#039;&#039;Paper Cup 1&#039;&#039;, was successfully placed into orbit above Grand Wulfram Island. The success was confirmed by an automatic broadcast sequence, whereby Rick Astley&#039;s &amp;quot;Never gonna give you up&amp;quot; was broadcast in crystal clear ultra high definition onto the screens of mission control, via the newly established mobile internet connection.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Future plans==&lt;br /&gt;
Following the successful launch of &#039;&#039;Paper Cup 2&#039;&#039;, plans were put in place to establish a network of between 80 and 100 satellites, providing services across the [[South Sea Islands]], the surrounding oceans, [[Corum]] and the southern ice cap.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In the two years following the first successful launch, 30 more followed, each placing at least three satellites into orbit. At the time of writing, the exact number of operational satellites is considered classified.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:South Sea Islands]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Space agencies]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Agriculture_in_the_South_Sea_Islands&amp;diff=334404</id>
		<title>Agriculture in the South Sea Islands</title>
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Despite the challenges posed by the near-polar climate, &#039;&#039;&#039;Agriculture in the [[South Sea Islands]]&#039;&#039;&#039; is an established and growing industry within the Commonwealth.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Starting in the year 1722, the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] launched a campaign to make the nation completely self-sufficient in food production.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
This campaign was launched in recognition of the fact that the islands&#039; location could make them vulnerable to food shortages during extreme weather events or hostile military action.&lt;br /&gt;
==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
Both main islands in the Commonwealth experience climatic conditions that make traditional agriculture challenging.&lt;br /&gt;
Trinity Island (home to the nation&#039;s capital, [[Joseph Town]]) is located in close proximity to the southern ice cap. As such, the weather makes traditional agriculture almost impossible outside of a narrow summer season.&lt;br /&gt;
Meanwhile, Grand Wulfram (home to the nation&#039;s largest city, [[Zuid-Richel]] enjoys milder weather, but its rocky, acidic soil makes it unsuitable for many staple crops.&lt;br /&gt;
==Development==&lt;br /&gt;
The emergence of hydroponic technology has been transformative for agriculture in the [[South Sea Islands]]. In conjunction with artificial heating and lighting, hydroponic agriculture offered a viable alternative to traditional farming.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Additionally, the volcanic nature of the Islands allow commercial farmers to take advantage of relatively accessible geothermal energy to heat and power the greenhouses. This provides both a suitable growing temperature and the ability to power artificial lighting at an affordable price.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Government intervention==&lt;br /&gt;
The geographic isolation of the South Sea Islands has always made access to fresh fruit and vegetables has always been limited, with prices far exceeding what would be considered normal elsewhere.&lt;br /&gt;
While the government subsidized imports for public health purposes for decades, things changed rapidly in the year 1722.&lt;br /&gt;
In July of that year, the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] agreed to subsidize hydroponic greenhouse building on a domestic scale, with the government covering 80% of the costs of setting up a greenhouse in a domestic garden.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: South Sea Islands]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=1730_International_Arms_Fair&amp;diff=322845</id>
		<title>1730 International Arms Fair</title>
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: Created page with &amp;quot;The &amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;1730 International Arms Fair&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; is a commercial and military gathering taking place in San Miguel el Grande, Anahuaco. The event is scheduled to take place in the city between April 2nd and April 9th 1730.  ==Purpose==  As part of the Anahuacan Imperial Armed Forces campaign against the Republicanos Anahuacanos insurgency, the Imperial Government of Anahuaco is seeking to invest in a range of new weapons to battle the militants.  For that reason, d...&amp;quot;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;The &#039;&#039;&#039;1730 International Arms Fair&#039;&#039;&#039; is a commercial and military gathering taking place in San Miguel el Grande, [[Anahuaco]]. The event is scheduled to take place in the city between April 2nd and April 9th 1730.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Purpose==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As part of the [[Anahuacan Imperial Armed Forces]] campaign against the [[Republicanos Anahuacanos]] insurgency, the Imperial Government of [[Anahuaco]] is seeking to invest in a range of new weapons to battle the militants.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
For that reason, domestic and international arms dealers and manufacturers are invited to display their wares in the frontier state of [[Pavón]]. At the end of the fair, the Imperial Government intends to place orders for a range of new ground and air weaponry.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Attendees==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
All interested parties are invited to register their interest in this section before the commencement of the fair. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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[[Category: Anahuaco]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Commonwealth_Men&amp;diff=322843</id>
		<title>Commonwealth Men</title>
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|align=center colspan=2 | &amp;lt;center&amp;gt;&#039;&#039;&#039;Commonwealth Men&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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|align=center colspan=2 | [[File:Coat of arms of South Sea Islands.png|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
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| align=center colspan=5 |&lt;br /&gt;
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|&#039;&#039;&#039;Type:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| Pressure group, de facto political party, religious sect&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Areas of support:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| [[Joseph Town]], [[Zuid-Richel]]&lt;br /&gt;
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|&#039;&#039;&#039;Supporters:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| 2,000 (1720)&lt;br /&gt;
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|&#039;&#039;&#039;Goals:&#039;&#039;&#039; || Abolition of the [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]], Disestablishment of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]]&lt;br /&gt;
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The &#039;&#039;&#039;Commonwealth Men&#039;&#039;&#039; is a political and religious movement in the [[South Sea Islands]].&lt;br /&gt;
Founded in 1720, the movement&#039;s primary goals are the abolition of the [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]] and the disestablishment of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
Following the implosion of [[Nova England]], the monarchy of the [[South Sea Islands]] ceased to be hereditary and mirrored the presidency of [[Mercury]] instead.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Without the historic loyalty to Nova England to underpin it, the monarchy in the Commonwealth became diminished in the eyes of many South Sea Islanders.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While Mercury was almost universally considered a friendly state and valued ally, and Islanders felt no animosity towards its President, the basis for the arrangement was generally viewed as tenuous.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Simultaneously, religious unrest began to brew among the population of the Commonwealth. A new prayer book issued by the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] in 1720 dismissed many historical aspects of worship in the islands as superstition.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
These changes led to calls for more freedom of worship in the islands and greater autonomy for individual congregations. Ultimately this unhappiness would manifest as a movement to disestablish the state religion.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Goals==&lt;br /&gt;
-The Commonwealth Men movement has three stated objectives:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
-The abolition of the [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]] and its replacement with a directly elected presidency. With this change, the Commonwealth would become a republic, and the constitutional monarchy would be removed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
-The abolition of the state religion and the disestablishment of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]]. Church property would be transferred to the individual congregations, who would be provided autonomy to choose their methods of worship.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
-An overhaul of the electoral system, with the first past the post system replaced with proportional representation based on a party system.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
-A new constitution to cement the changes outlined above.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Support==&lt;br /&gt;
The Commonwealth Men&#039;s movement initially found little support among the [[South Sea Islands]] population. Many islanders had very little interaction with the national government, and, given the small resources available to the government, it didn&#039;t tend to intervene much in daily life.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
However, the 1720 prayer book issued by the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] galvanized support for the movement more generally. While the prayer book was not the work of the government, the Commonwealth Men succeeded in attaching their broader goals to the religious dissatisfaction felt by many islanders.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
By spring 1720, nearly 2000 islanders had become registered supporters of the Commonwealth Men, accounting for almost 20% of the Commonwealth&#039;s total population.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Methods==&lt;br /&gt;
The Commonwealth Men&#039;s movement is broadly split into two factions. The first, and by far the largest, is a politically moderate faction committed to bringing about change by standing in elections to the Legislative Assembly and bringing about change within the existing political framework.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
However, a minor second faction has called for more direct revolutionary action. This faction consists primarily of younger people and is ridiculed by many in broader society as calling for enacting the plotline to the hit TV show [[Polar Reds]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: South Sea Islands]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=1720s_Constitutional_Crisis&amp;diff=322842</id>
		<title>1720s Constitutional Crisis</title>
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		<updated>2024-03-28T13:23:22Z</updated>

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|align=center colspan=2 | &amp;lt;center&amp;gt;&#039;&#039;&#039;1720s Constitutional Crisis&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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|&#039;&#039;&#039;Date:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| 1720 - 1728&lt;br /&gt;
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|&#039;&#039;&#039;Result:&#039;&#039;&#039; || Constitutional referendum held, [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]] retained.&lt;br /&gt;
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The &#039;&#039;&#039;1720s Constitutional Crisis&#039;&#039;&#039; was a period of political unrest and controversy in the [[South Sea Islands]]. Triggered by the [[Commonwealth Men]] movement’s activities (beginning in 1720), the crisis was characterized by frequent elections to the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]], mass protests, and political activism.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The crisis came to an end following the Legislative Assembly elections of March 1729, in which the [[Commonwealth Men]] candidates suffered a series of stinging electoral defeats, ending their presence in the Legislative Assembly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The [[Commonwealth Men]] movement was driven by two primary concerns:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* The belief that the non-hereditary [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]] should be abolished and replaced with an elected Head of State.&lt;br /&gt;
* &lt;br /&gt;
* Calls for the disestablishment of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] following the introduction of a new standard prayer book in 1720. The prayer book removed many customary acts of worship and tried to impose uniformity on the churches of the Commonwealth, triggering anger among many worshippers.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
These issues galvanized activists from across the political spectrum, leading to an escalating series of demands from the [Commonwealth Men]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Timeline of the crisis==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1720: the seeds of a crisis===&lt;br /&gt;
Following its establishment in early 1720, the [[Commonwealth Men]] movement grew rapidly, quickly accumulating 2000 registered supporters (20% of the Commonwealth’s supporters. While the movement was founded by religious purists in [[Joseph Town]], its growth was primarily down to supporters in [[Zuid-Richel]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Heartened by this, the leadership of the movement called for a referendum on abolishing the monarchy in December 1720. The sitting Legislative Assembly chose to resign en masse rather than succumb to this demand, leading Lieutenant Governor [[George Middlemore]] to call an election in January 1721.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1721: the tumultuous Assembly===&lt;br /&gt;
In the run-up to the early elections, the [[Commonwealth Men]] arranged a series of public meetings and rallies across the Commonwealth, to drum up support for their movement and recruit new members. However, during these meetings, it became clear that supporters had joined to express a stark diversity of views, most of which were unrelated to the ambitions of the leadership.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
When elections were held in January 1721, turnout was at a record low, with only 25% of eligible voters making it to the polls on a voting day characterized by unseasonably poor weather.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Voters returned a Legislative Assembly dominated by [[Commonwealth Men]], with religious firebrand Jorrick Snijder being elected as Speaker.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Immediately the differing goals of the Legislators became clear, with the leadership struggling to retain control of the gatherings. While Snijder’s priority was to bring forward a referendum on abolishing the Monarchy and disestablishing the state church, Legislators from [[Zuid-Richel]] dominated the assembly with motions regarding labor laws and industrial regulations.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With several sessions of the Legislative Assembly descending into heated arguments, with personal attacks being hurled across the chamber, the Lieutenant Governor suspended the Assembly, urging Snijder to negotiate a legislative program with his colleagues before reconvening.&lt;br /&gt;
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===1721: the new legislative program===&lt;br /&gt;
After 18 months of wrangling, the Legislative Assembly reconvened, having established a program based on:&lt;br /&gt;
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Holding a constitutional referendum in February 1722 to settle the question of the Monarchy and state church.&lt;br /&gt;
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In return for supporting the [[Joseph Town]] faction’s demand for a referendum, the [[Zuid-Richel]] faction would be granted legislative time to hammer out a revised minimum wage law immediately after the constitutional issues were resolved.&lt;br /&gt;
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Almost immediately, however, tensions began to build between the competing factions, with several members of the [[Zuid-Richel]] publicly stating that they would support holding a referendum but vote against the change when the vote was held.&lt;br /&gt;
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===1722:the referendum flounders===&lt;br /&gt;
While the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] passed a motion in January 1722 setting a referendum date, the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] intervened less than a week later. The church announced the withdrawal of its controversial new prayer book and order of service, stating that the decision was taken after a period of prayer and consideration, and was unrelated to the upcoming plebiscite.&lt;br /&gt;
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With the prayer book withdrawn, and only the abolishing of the Monarchy left on the ballot, more and more members of the [[Commonwealth Men]] (including those in the Legislative Assembly) stated that their demands had been met, and they would vote against the constitutional changes when the referendum was held.&lt;br /&gt;
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Opinion poll after opinion poll showed Snijder and the leadership of the [[Commonwealth Men]] heading for a disastrous result in the referendum. This led to Legislative Assembly to postpone the vote until June 1723, stating that the public needed more time to process the change.&lt;br /&gt;
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===1723:tensions build===&lt;br /&gt;
At the beginning of 1723, the polls showed no change, and the [[Commonwealth Men]] leadership became increasingly confrontational, particularly towards the [[Zuid-Richel]] grouping within the Legislative Assembly.&lt;br /&gt;
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Snijder and the purist members from [[Joseph Town]] accused their colleagues from Zuid-Richel of sabotaging the referendum by publicly declaring their intention to vote against the proposal. On that basis, Snijder indicated that the promised minimum wage discussions would now be axed, and the referendum was postponed once again.&lt;br /&gt;
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===1724:the assembly dissolved===&lt;br /&gt;
After 18 months of legislative deadlock, Lieutenant Governor [[George Middlemore]] announced in May 1724 that the Legislative Assembly would be dissolved immediately, with fresh elections to be held in January of the following year.&lt;br /&gt;
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Unlike the 1721 vote, public interest in the vote was extremely high, with many islanders feeling outraged at the conduct of their elected officials. Supporters of moderate candidates began to fly the flags of [[Nova England]] and the [[South Sea Islands]] on their cars and homes, outwardly demonstrating their preference for a return to normality.&lt;br /&gt;
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While the [[Commonwealth Men]] stood candidates in every seat, their candidates were generally given a cold response at public meetings and on doorsteps, with Snijder’s reelection rally in [[Joseph Town]] interrupted by a large, vocal counter-demonstration.&lt;br /&gt;
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The Commonwealth Men’s support in [[Zuid-Richel]], however, remained consistent, with their candidates campaigning on minimum wage and labor relation issues, much to the dismay of the movement’s leadership. Ultimately, the [[Commonwealth Men]] would expel the [[Zuid-Richel]] candidates from the movement 1 month before the vote.&lt;br /&gt;
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===1725: Commonwealth Men wiped out===&lt;br /&gt;
When the public went to the polls in January 1725, large queues formed at polling stations, with voters keen not to allow apathy to lead the Commonwealth into more years of stagnation.&lt;br /&gt;
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While dejected-looking [[Commonwealth Men]] did make their way to the polls, it was clear to all that their movement was in for a rough day.&lt;br /&gt;
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Sure enough, when the results were announced on January 17th, the Commonwealth Men had lost their seats in the Legislative Assembly. The expelled candidates in [[Zuid-Richel]], however, performed well, with nearly all of their sitting members of the Legislative Assembly reelected.&lt;br /&gt;
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The new Legislative Assembly would turn out to be a combination of pro-Monarchy moderates, and the former Commonwealth Men faction from [[Zuid-Richel]].&lt;br /&gt;
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The new assembly agreed to use the first 18 months to resolve the issues from the 1721 program, with minimum age and labor law legislation given priority and a referendum on the Monarchy to be held in 1726.&lt;br /&gt;
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===1726: referendum held===&lt;br /&gt;
On the eve of the referendum on the abolition of the Monarchy in April 1726, the result was seen by most as a foregone conclusion, with pro-Monarchy flags, banners, and posters visible across the [[South Sea Islands]]. In the run up to the day of the vote, several mass rallies had been held, attended by tens of thousands of Islanders, leading to chaos on many roads across the Commonwealth as rallies outgrew their designated routes.&lt;br /&gt;
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While pro-abolition meetings were held and the campaign was largely mutually respectful, it was clear to many voters that the status quo would prevail.&lt;br /&gt;
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A carnival atmosphere prevailed on the day of the vote, with a national holiday declared to ensure that everyone would be able to participate. Street gatherings, community events and other festivities were arranged to coincide with the vote.&lt;br /&gt;
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After the polls closed at 22.00, Lieutenant Governor [[George Middlemore]] released a pre-recorded radio message:&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;Dear South Sea Islanders,&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;Today we showed the very best of our Commonwealth, as communities across these islands came together in peace, cordiality, and with a spirit of openness to exercise their democratic rights.&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;Whatever the results are when they’re announced this evening, tomorrow we will still be the South Sea Islands, laws will still need to be passed, important matters will still need to be discussed, and daily life will have to go on.&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;While there will be those who are filled with joy when the result is announced, equally there will be those who feel a sense of disappointment, perhaps even grief. Both are natural reactions to a situation where you feel like you’re doing the right thing for the right reasons, and I urge you all to be magnanimous in victory or graceful in defeat, recognizing the merit and good intentions of your fellow Islanders.&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;These past years have been difficult in many ways, with a level of political intensity that is frankly alien to our typically tranquil Commonwealth. Some of us have attempted to justify things done by those we support, even if we would abhor those same acts if they’d been carried out by our opponents. Too many of us have been willing to believe the worst in those we disagree with, and the routine business of government has been reframed as an existential, win-or-die situation, which it certainly needn’t be.&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;Whatever the outcome of today’s vote, we can only succeed when we work together for the common good, accepting setbacks with good grace, and realizing that the well-intentioned designs of our opponents aren’t intended to hurt us.&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;God bless the South Sea Islands, and thank you all for today’s demonstration of cordiality and fraternity, which I am confident will continue tomorrow, and for every day after that&#039;&#039;.&lt;br /&gt;
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When the result as announced, &#039;&#039;&#039;99.5%&#039;&#039;&#039; of votes cast were against the abolition of the monarchy.&lt;br /&gt;
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===1727 – 1728: return to normality ===&lt;br /&gt;
With the referendum held and labor/minimum wage laws reformed in line with the wishes of the representations of [[Zuid-Richel]], the Legislative Assembly declared that the remaining years of its term would be dedicated to catching up on the legislative backlog left by the previous years of turmoil.&lt;br /&gt;
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This assembly dealt with the backlog in a spirit of cooperation, leading to a rapid return to normality and a decrease in communal tensions.&lt;br /&gt;
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===1729: Fresh elections===&lt;br /&gt;
With the legislative backlog cleared and the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] functioning normally once again, the first elections of the post-[[Commonwealth Men]] era were held in February 1729, with candidates back to campaigning on local community issues and routine matters.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[Category: South Sea Islands]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
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|coa =File:Coat of arms of {{PAGENAME}}.png&lt;br /&gt;
|motto = &#039;&#039;We hath founded it upon the sea&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
|anthem = [[Song of the Midnight Isle]]&lt;br /&gt;
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|capital =[[Joseph Town]]&lt;br /&gt;
|largecity =[[Zuid-Richel]]&lt;br /&gt;
|lang =[[Britannic Istvanistani]], [[Madison Isle Batavian]]&lt;br /&gt;
|religion = [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]]&lt;br /&gt;
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|govtype = Parliamentary democracy under a constitutional monarchy&lt;br /&gt;
|headofstatetitle = Monarch&lt;br /&gt;
|headofstate = [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]]&lt;br /&gt;
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|headofgovernment = [[User:George Middlemore|George Middlemore]]&lt;br /&gt;
|legislature = Legislative Assembly&lt;br /&gt;
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|area = 12,173 km²&lt;br /&gt;
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|pop = 11,813&lt;br /&gt;
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|currency = South Sea Denarii [SS£]&lt;br /&gt;
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|drives_on = Left&lt;br /&gt;
|timezone = CMT+7, CMT+8&lt;br /&gt;
|site = N/A&lt;br /&gt;
|forum = N/A&lt;br /&gt;
|animal = [[South Sea Penguin]]&lt;br /&gt;
|food = [[wikipedia:Beef Wellington|Beef Wellington]]&lt;br /&gt;
|drink = [[Bearenburch]]&lt;br /&gt;
|tree = [[Acer rubrum australis]]&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;{{PAGENAME}}&#039;&#039;&#039;, officially the &#039;&#039;&#039;Commonwealth of the {{PAGENAME}}&#039;&#039;&#039;, is an island nation in the western part of the Eastern Ocean. The 12,173-square-kilometer (4,700-square mile) territory comprises the two islands of Grand Wulfram and Trinity Island, as well as a number of uninhabited islets.&lt;br /&gt;
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Located south east of the continent of [[Corum]] and north of the southern icecap, the capital city is [[Joseph Town]] on Trinity Island, which is the smaller and less populous of the two islands.&lt;br /&gt;
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Largely uninhabited until 1501, the islands were settled by former inhabitants of the [[Britannic Empire|Britannic]] home islands, beginning with the arrival of the [[SS. Endeavour]] on Trinity Island. The first of these new settlers arrived on Trinity Sunday (May 31st) of that year, a date which is now celebrated annually as a national holiday. A small population of [[Calbion|Calbain]] descent was discovered several years after the arrival of the new settlers on Trinity Island (known as Ynys Corrach to the indigenous population), and the indigenous culture continues to thrive in the communities descended from it.&lt;br /&gt;
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Combining significant [[Britannic Empire|Britannic]], [[Nova England|Nova English]] and [[Batavia|Batavian]] influences, the South Sea Islands are renowned for their hospitality and seafaring traditions.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Etymology==&lt;br /&gt;
Named simply due to their geographical location, the Commonwealth of the South Sea Islands was proclaimed by the Captain of the [[SS. Endeavour]], Sir Nigel James Hunt. Having sailed southwards through the Eastern Ocean without sighting land, the Endeavour returned back north after encountering the southern ice cap and sighted Trinity Island thereafter.&lt;br /&gt;
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The ocean between the islands and the ice cap became known colloquially as the South Sea, and the name of the islands stems from that designation.&lt;br /&gt;
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Grand Wulfram is named after [[wikipedia:Wulfram of Sens|Wulfram of Sens]], a missionary credited with bringing Christianity to Fryslân. Trinity Island meanwhile was named after the date the settlers first arrived in the territory.&lt;br /&gt;
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==History==&lt;br /&gt;
===Background===&lt;br /&gt;
During the dying days of the [[Britannic Empire]], the former Britannic home islands (known traditionally as the [[Madison Isles]]) were heavily influenced by arrivals from [[Nova England]] and [[Batavia]]. The intermingling that followed created a unique cultural fusion, but continued political uncertainty led a group of islanders to leave the archipelago under the leadership of Sir Nigel James Hunt.&lt;br /&gt;
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Following a plea by Hunt to the Nova English authorities, the group were gifted the [[SS. Endeavour]]- a recently decommissioned and disarmed navy ship. While the ship was old and antiquated even by the standards of the time, the wind-propelled ship was well equipped to deal with the journey that followed.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:HMNS Desire.jpg|thumb|upright|The firing of a gun salute by HMNS Desire, 1496. Following its decommissioning on 1500, the ship was renamed as [[SS. Endeavour]].]]&lt;br /&gt;
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The group led by hunt consisted of approximately 600 settlers (300 men, 250 women and 50 children) and, once abroad the Endeavour, they set sail on Tweede kerstdag (December 26th) 1500. The group headed south, hoping to reach the southern hemisphere before the worst of the northern winter.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Discovery and foundation===&lt;br /&gt;
Following the ominously but accurately named [[Journey of the Frozen Tears]], which lasted a little over five months, the SS. Endeavour landed on Trinity Island on May 31st 1501. The moment was later memorialised on the South Sea Islands coat of arms. &lt;br /&gt;
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The first settlement established on the islands was named [[Port Egmont]], in honour of the seaman who first sighted the island from the deck of the Endeavour. While the [[Port Egmont]] served as the national capital during the early years of the South Sea Islands settlement, the town&#039;s location exposed it to extreme weather and the threat of sea ice during winter. For that reason, after only three years of habitation, the settlement was moved to the current site of [[Joseph Town]] on the northern coast of Trinity Island. It was during their search for a more hospitable area to settle that the new settlers became aware of the existing small indigenous population, and an increasingly close trading relationship built up rapidly. Over time the two communities merged, although Calbian culture is still proudly observed and maintained in families descended from the preexisting inhabitants of Trinity Island.  &lt;br /&gt;
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Fifty two years after the first settlements, in 1553, Grand Wulfram was claimed by the islanders and the nation&#039;s current national borders were established. The temperate climate on Grand Wulfram was a key factor in the island&#039;s population growth, and the first settlement established there ([[Zuid-Richel]]) quickly grew to become the nation&#039;s largest city.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Geography==&lt;br /&gt;
===Trinity Island===&lt;br /&gt;
The Geography of Trinity Island is heavily influenced by the island&#039;s proximity to the nearby southern icecap. Rising steeply from the sea, the island is only accessible by ship at Discovery Bay in the south and Nightgale Bay in the north west. The island&#039;s landscape is predominately rugged and mountainous, with flatter areas of tundra in the coastal regions. At higher elevations, the island is permanently covered with ice and snow.&lt;br /&gt;
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The island&#039;s climate is classified as polar, with average temperatures at sea level at around 0°C in winter and 8°C in summer. In winter, temperatures can drop to around −15°C.&lt;br /&gt;
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The highest point of the Trinity Island is Mount Richel, which stands at 2,921m above sea level.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Grand Wulfram===&lt;br /&gt;
Located further north and benefiting from the warmer continental climate of Corum, Grand Wulfram is significantly warmer than Trinity Island. The island consists largely of rugged volcanic terrain, with coastal areas being largely covered by volcanic rock and black sandy beaches. High sea cliffs dominate the northern and eastern coasts, while west and south are both flatter and closer to sea level. &lt;br /&gt;
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Coastal farmlands in these areas give way to the cooler, wetter highlands that dominate the island&#039;s centre. The highest point on Grand Wulfram is Mount Martinus, which stands at 290m above sea level.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Cities==&lt;br /&gt;
The South Sea Islands&#039; two cities are home to approximately 80% of the nation&#039;s population, while the remaining population inhabit a number of smaller towns, farms and settlements.&lt;br /&gt;
===Joseph Town===&lt;br /&gt;
{{main|Joseph Town}}&lt;br /&gt;
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Located on Trinity Island, [[Joseph Town]] is the the national capital and the oldest continuously inhabited settlement in the South Sea Islands. With a permanent population of 3,000, the city was built on the shores of Nightingale Bay, between the spurs of nearby Mount Torrington. The city&#039;s primary industries are fishing (primarily toothfish and squid), animal husbandry (yak &amp;amp; reindeer) and public services (including government administration).&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Map of the South Sea Islands.png|thumb|upright|A map of the South Sea Islands, depicting the main islands and settlements]]&lt;br /&gt;
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Government House, the ceremonial home of the Lieutenant Governor and the location of the Legislative Assembly chamber, was build in 1586 and overlooks the city&#039;s busy harbour. The nearby Joseph Town Cathedral has been a notable local landmark since its construction in 1556, with a replica of [[SS. Endeavour]] located on its seaward side. Additionally an existing ancient memorial to [[Jack I|Prince Jack of the Calbain]] was later expanded to include a large bronze statue of the Prince, which stands in the Memorial Park opposite the cathedral. &lt;br /&gt;
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Joseph Town&#039;s most famous landmark meanwhile is St Christopher&#039;s tower. Standing at 40m tall and constructed part way up the eastern spur of Mount Torrington, St Christopher&#039;s tower operates as a lighthouse and was constructed to celebrate the South Sea Islands&#039;centenary in 1601. It is also the tallest building in the islands, where single or two storey buildings are the norm. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Zuid-Richel===&lt;br /&gt;
{{main|Zuid-Richel}}&lt;br /&gt;
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The largest city in the South Sea Islands, with a population of around 6,000, [[Zuid-Richel]] is located on the island of Grand Wulfram. Founded in 1553 when Grand Wulfram was first incorporated into the nation, Zuid-Richel&#039;s favourable climate and proximity to farmland contributed to the city&#039;s rapid expansion. Inward migration from former [[Britannic Empire]] territories fuelled the city&#039;s population growth, and successive waves of migrants brought new industries and innovations to the city.&lt;br /&gt;
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Today, Zuid-Richel is home to South Seas International, the only civilian airport in the South Sea Islands. Additionally, the nation&#039;s only railway line leads from city&#039;s industrial centre to the nearby seaport. &lt;br /&gt;
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The city&#039;s primarily industries are high-tech and precision manufacturing, support work for nearby military installations, e-commerce and tourism.&lt;br /&gt;
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The attractiveness of Zuid-Richel for inward investment was attested with the opening of a &#039;&#039;residency&#039;&#039; by the [[Honourable Company]] in the city in {{AN|1687}} [https://bastionunion.org/forum/viewtopic.php?p=171722#p171722(1)].&lt;br /&gt;
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===The Camp===&lt;br /&gt;
{{main|The Camp}}&lt;br /&gt;
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The Camp is a collective term used to describe all areas of both Trinity Island and Grand Wulfram that lay outside of the city limits of the two main cities. The rural and wild areas of the South Sea Islands are home to a total population of 2,289.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Economy==&lt;br /&gt;
While the small population of the South Sea Islands prevents the development of labour intensive economic activities such as mass manufacturing and raw material extraction, the islands nevertheless boast a diverse and robust economy. The islands largest single employer is [[Great Southern Utilities]] followed by the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] and the [[South Sea Islands Broadcasting Association]].&lt;br /&gt;
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Farming, fishing, high-tech manufacturing, film making and logistics all play a significant role. Meanwhile, light-touch banking regulations and favourable tax conditions mean the islands are home to a number of primarily online corporations. &lt;br /&gt;
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==Government and politics==&lt;br /&gt;
{{main|Government of the South Sea Islands}}&lt;br /&gt;
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The South Sea Islands are a parliamentary democracy under a [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands|constitutional monarchy]].&lt;br /&gt;
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===Executive===&lt;br /&gt;
While the reigning monarch holds ultimate Executive power within the islands, the constitution of the South Sea Islands indicates that the monarch may appoint a Lieutenant Governor to exercise that power on his or her behalf. The current Lieutenant Governor is George Middlemore.&lt;br /&gt;
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While the monarch, and by extension the Lieutenant Governor, theoretically holds significant powers including to declare war and make peace, in reality the Executive usually acts upon the advice of the Legislative Assembly.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Legislative===&lt;br /&gt;
The Legislative Assembly of the South Sea Islands consists of 25 directly elected Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs). The islands are split into three constituencies:&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Joseph Town]] (5 MLAs)&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Zuid-Richel]] (10 MLAs)&lt;br /&gt;
*[[The Camp]]* (10 MLAs).&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;*The Camp is a term used to describe all areas of the islands outside of the two main urban centres.&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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MLAs are elected for a four year term using the [[wikipedia:Single transferable vote|Single transferable vote system]]. The constitution of the South Sea Islands does not allow for political parties, and therefore all MLAs sit as independents. &lt;br /&gt;
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MLAs elect a Speaker of the Legislative Assembly once per year, the Speaker is chosen by [[wikipedia:Majority|Simple Majority]].&lt;br /&gt;
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The last election for the Legislative Assembly took place in [[1691 Legislative Assembly Elections (SSI)|1691]].&lt;br /&gt;
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==Demographics==&lt;br /&gt;
Due to the lack of an indigenous population on the South Sea Islands, and the immigrant heritage of those descended from the successive waves of settlers who arrived since 1501, the islands today are generally ethnically diverse, particularly in urban areas. As of the 2020 census, the racial makeup of the population is as follows:&lt;br /&gt;
*55% white, Britannic (approx. 35% [[Britannic Empire|Britannic home islands descent]], 20% [[Nova England|Nova English]] descent)&lt;br /&gt;
*15% Skerry Islander &lt;br /&gt;
*10% white, other (Primarily [[Batavia]]n descent)&lt;br /&gt;
*10% Britannic Cantonese&lt;br /&gt;
*5% Indigenous [[Calbion|Calbain]]&lt;br /&gt;
*5% Other&lt;br /&gt;
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The islands&#039; official religion is the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] (Protestant Church in the South Sea Islands), an amalgamation of various Protestant Christian traditions established in 1506. The church was established by Pastor Jacob van Bergen to unify the South Sea Islands&#039;original settlers and prevent religious discord. As of 1687, 65% of the islands&#039; population identify themselves as active members of the Protestant church, with rural communities having particularly high attendance at formal acts of worship. &lt;br /&gt;
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[[Vedasism]] is also present in the South Sea Islands, particularly in Zuid-Richel where the sect and operates the Zuid-Richel Mandir. Vedasists account for 20% of the islands&#039; population. The remaining 15% identified themselves as Atheist, Agnostic, or declined to answer the census question regarding religious faith.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Culture==&lt;br /&gt;
The diversity of the South Sea Islands&#039; population has given rise to an equally diverse variety of cultural traditions. The following festivals and observances are national holidays in the islands:&lt;br /&gt;
*&#039;&#039;&#039;New Year&#039;s Day (January 1st)&#039;&#039;&#039;- taking place annually to mark the beginning of the Gregorian calendar&#039;s new year. Traditions associated with New Year&#039;s Day include sea swimming at sunrise, fireworks, the consumption of [[wikipedia:Oliebol|oliebollen]] and family parties to welcome the new year.&lt;br /&gt;
*&#039;&#039;&#039;[[Constitution Day]] (April 2nd)&#039;&#039;&#039;- marking the 1726 constitutional referendum. The day is intended as a celebration of the Commonwealth&#039;s democracy and citizens are invited to organise and attend community events.&lt;br /&gt;
*&#039;&#039;&#039;Easter (April 15th-16th)&#039;&#039;&#039;- marked to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, Easter is primarily observed by the South Sea Islands&#039; large Christian community. In addition to religious worship, traditional celebrations include the roasting of lamb and the painting of eggs. Unusually, the date of Easter is set by law in the islands and does not vary year-on-year.&lt;br /&gt;
*&#039;&#039;&#039;Discovery Day (May 31st)&#039;&#039;&#039;- commemorating the landing of the SS. Endeavour in Discovery Bay in 1501, the day includes a sailing race around the coast of Grand Wulfram, a sailing regatta off the coast of [[Joseph Town]], and a wreath-laying ceremony on the site of [[Port Egmont]]. The celebrations culminate in a spectacular fireworks display around St Christopher&#039;s Tower. &lt;br /&gt;
*&#039;&#039;&#039;King&#039;s Day (July 28th)&#039;&#039;&#039;- celebrated to mark the anniversary of the establishment of [[Nova England]], King&#039;s Day is marked with elaborate street parties and live music performances in Joseph Town and Zuid-Richel, as well as in smaller settlements throughout the islands. The festival takes place during the southern hemisphere&#039;s winter, and tradition contests associated with King&#039;s Day include an ice fishing competition, sled race and ice-tower building. A military parade and other formal celebrations take place at Government House in [[Joseph Town]].&lt;br /&gt;
*&#039;&#039;&#039;Toothfish Day (September 4th)&#039;&#039;&#039;- the annual celebration of the end of the Toothfish breeding season, the day highlights the importance of  the Toothfish to the economy of Trinity Island, and the South Sea Islands more generally. While the day has no specific celebrations associated with it, it is typically seen as a day of rest prior to the busy fishing season. &lt;br /&gt;
*&#039;&#039;&#039;Ilawid (November 14th)&#039;&#039;&#039;- inspired by the islands&#039; Vedasist population, Ilawid is celebrated across the islands, and coincides approximately with the start of summer in the southern hemisphere. Fireworks, sky lanterns and paper boat lanterns are lit in the evening, and a nationally renowned nighttime parade takes place in Zuid-Richel. &lt;br /&gt;
*&#039;&#039;&#039;Sinterklaas (December 6th)&#039;&#039;&#039;- a clear reminder of the [[Batavia]]n heritage of the former Britannic Home Islanders, [[wikipedia:Sinterklaas|Sinterklaas]] is celebrated each year on December 6th with the arrival of Sinterklaas by boat into Joseph Town. On the eve of Sinterklaas children leave their shoes outside their bedroom doors, to find them filled with candy and a large [[wikipedia:chocolate letter|chocolate letter]] on Sinterklaas day. Tradition states that the gifts are distributed to good children by helpers known simply as Petes, while bad children are taken away by the Petes and sent to [[Babkha]].&lt;br /&gt;
*&#039;&#039;&#039;Midsummer (December 20th)&#039;&#039;&#039;- marking the longest day of the year in the southern hemisphere, flowers are traditionally given as Midsummer gifts and islanders use the day to enjoy their natural environment. Typically, bonfires are lit in the evening and traditional dances take place at sunset.&lt;br /&gt;
*&#039;&#039;&#039;Christmas (December 25th-26th)&#039;&#039;&#039;- a two day festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ. While the day holds religious significance for the islands&#039; Christian population, traditions such as family gatherings, Christmas trees and light displays are universally enjoyed. Unusually, gifts in the South Sea Islands are given on the day of Epiphany (January 6th) rather than during the Christmas festivities. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Defence==&lt;br /&gt;
{{main|South Sea Islands Defence Force}}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The South Sea Islands Defence Force (SSIDF) are responsible for defending the people and the interests of the islands. Recognising the limitations presented by the islands&#039; small population, the defence forces are trained and structured to operate effectively in the challenging environment of the South Sea Islands. In addition to defence, the SSIDF also participates in anti-piracy patrols, peacekeeping and fisheries protection.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The SSIDF has, in recent years, benefited from an equipment modernisation programme discretely brokered through the Euran offices of the [[Honourable Company]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Land Forces===&lt;br /&gt;
A standing force of 480 commando light-infantrymen, organised in a four squadron &#039;&#039;Raid Response Group&#039;&#039;, supported by a 1,200 strong &#039;&#039;Combat Support Services Regiment&#039;&#039; and a forty-man &#039;&#039;GHQ Troop&#039;&#039;, forms the backbone of the SSIDF. Trained for guerrilla warfare in a polar environment, the land forces of the South Sea Islands also specialise in territorial defence, anti-piracy, parachute landings and mobile air defence. Headquartered in the highland areas of Grand Wulfram, a small garrison is also retained in [[Joseph Town]] for ceremonial purposes. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ground-based force mobility is provided by the &#039;&#039;Trinity Island Motorised Detachment&#039;&#039; (x9 [[Snatch Land Rover]]s) and the &#039;&#039;Grand Wulfram Motorised Detachment&#039;&#039; (x4 [[Horjin Combat Vehicle 56|Horjin CV56 IFV]]s, x16 [[Snatch Land Rover]]s) supplemented by the motorpool of the &#039;&#039;Signals &amp;amp; Courier Section&#039;&#039; (x1 radio equipped [[LandFara MOD Series|LandFara Command Vehicle]], x20 off-road variant motorcycles). &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Two [[CH-276 Camel]]s and a [[CF-380 Atlas]] based at South Seas International Airport and operated by the &#039;&#039;Air Support Service&#039;&#039; allow land forces to be rapidly deployed elsewhere in the islands. Also located at South Seas International Airport is the &#039;&#039;Area Defence Detachment&#039;&#039; (x4 [[SAI RAPIER|Rapier air-defence systems]], x6 [[N.E.W. Blaecscúr MRLS|Blaecscúr MRLS]]).&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Naval Forces===&lt;br /&gt;
The naval forces of the SSIDF are the most active military units in the South Sea Islands, providing constant deterrence against illegal fishing and marine pollution. The SSIDF operates six [[Seafox-class corvette]]s, each equipped with an [[UH-76 Dromosker#NH-76 Dromosker|NH-76 Dromosker helicopter]]. A further four helicopters are stationed at South Seas International Airport on Grand Wulfram.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At any one time, four patrol vessels are at sea.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:South Sea Islands]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Nations]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Constitution_Day&amp;diff=322840</id>
		<title>Constitution Day</title>
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		<updated>2024-03-28T13:17:58Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: Created page with &amp;quot;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;Constitution Day&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; is a national holiday held annually in the South Sea Islands on April 2nd.  The holiday was first observed in 1730 to mark the end of the 1720s Constitutional Crisis, with the date chosen to coincide with the 1726 referendum on the monarchy.  ==Background==  The South Sea Islands endured a period of political turmoil during the early 1720s, culminating with the constitutional referendum of 1726. The question on the ballot was whether th...&amp;quot;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;&#039;&#039;&#039;Constitution Day&#039;&#039;&#039; is a national holiday held annually in the [[South Sea Islands]] on April 2nd.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The holiday was first observed in 1730 to mark the end of the [[1720s Constitutional Crisis]], with the date chosen to coincide with the 1726 referendum on the monarchy.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The [[South Sea Islands]] endured a period of political turmoil during the early 1720s, culminating with the constitutional referendum of 1726. The question on the ballot was whether the South Sea Islands should remain a constitutional monarchy or become a republic.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The result was overwhelming support for the continuation of the [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Purpose of the holiday==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While some feared that the holiday could become a triumphalist celebration for monarchists, the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] was (and is) keen to underscore the day’s official meaning.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The 1726 Constitutional Referendum reinforced the idea that the population of the South Sea Islanders are the source of the Commonwealth’s sovereignty, and Constitutional Day is therefore intended as a day to celebrate democracy and national unity.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Traditions==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The following traditions are typically observed during Constitution Day:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* Beacons are lit in communities across the South Sea Islands during the evening, creating a chain of light to visually unite the islands’ settlements.&lt;br /&gt;
* &lt;br /&gt;
* The [[South Sea Islands Defence Force]] conduct a ceremonial gun salute at Government House, [[Joseph Town]] at 11am each year.&lt;br /&gt;
* &lt;br /&gt;
* Communities organize games and competitions in public parks, followed by picnics.&lt;br /&gt;
* &lt;br /&gt;
* South Sea Islands are able to purchase breads, cakes, and chocolates in the shape of a letter C.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[Category: South Sea Islands]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=1720s_Constitutional_Crisis&amp;diff=317927</id>
		<title>1720s Constitutional Crisis</title>
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		<updated>2024-02-21T22:12:06Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: &lt;/p&gt;
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The &#039;&#039;&#039;1720s Constitutional Crisis&#039;&#039;&#039; was a period of political unrest and controversy in the [[South Sea Islands]]. Triggered by the [[Commonwealth Men]] movement’s activities (beginning in 1720), the crisis was characterized by frequent elections to the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]], mass protests, and political activism.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The crisis came to an end following the Legislative Assembly elections of March 1729, in which the [[Commonwealth Men]] candidates suffered a series of stinging electoral defeats, ending their presence in the Legislative Assembly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The [[Commonwealth Men]] movement was driven by two primary concerns:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* The belief that the non-hereditary [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]] should be abolished and replaced with an elected Head of State.&lt;br /&gt;
* &lt;br /&gt;
* Calls for the disestablishment of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] following the introduction of a new standard prayer book in 1720. The prayer book removed many customary acts of worship and tried to impose uniformity on the churches of the Commonwealth, triggering anger among many worshippers.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
These issues galvanized activists from across the political spectrum, leading to an escalating series of demands from the [Commonwealth Men]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Timeline of the crisis==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1720: the seeds of a crisis===&lt;br /&gt;
Following its establishment in early 1720, the [[Commonwealth Men]] movement grew rapidly, quickly accumulating 2000 registered supporters (20% of the Commonwealth’s supporters. While the movement was founded by religious purists in [[Joseph Town]], its growth was primarily down to supporters in [[Zuid-Richel]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Heartened by this, the leadership of the movement called for a referendum on abolishing the monarchy in December 1720. The sitting Legislative Assembly chose to resign en masse rather than succumb to this demand, leading Lieutenant Governor [[George Middlemore]] to call an election in January 1721.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1721: the tumultuous Assembly===&lt;br /&gt;
In the run-up to the early elections, the [[Commonwealth Men]] arranged a series of public meetings and rallies across the Commonwealth, to drum up support for their movement and recruit new members. However, during these meetings, it became clear that supporters had joined to express a stark diversity of views, most of which were unrelated to the ambitions of the leadership.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
When elections were held in January 1721, turnout was at a record low, with only 25% of eligible voters making it to the polls on a voting day characterized by unseasonably poor weather.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Voters returned a Legislative Assembly dominated by [[Commonwealth Men]], with religious firebrand Jorrick Snijder being elected as Speaker.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Immediately the differing goals of the Legislators became clear, with the leadership struggling to retain control of the gatherings. While Snijder’s priority was to bring forward a referendum on abolishing the Monarchy and disestablishing the state church, Legislators from [[Zuid-Richel]] dominated the assembly with motions regarding labor laws and industrial regulations.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With several sessions of the Legislative Assembly descending into heated arguments, with personal attacks being hurled across the chamber, the Lieutenant Governor suspended the Assembly, urging Snijder to negotiate a legislative program with his colleagues before reconvening.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1721: the new legislative program===&lt;br /&gt;
After 18 months of wrangling, the Legislative Assembly reconvened, having established a program based on:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Holding a constitutional referendum in February 1722 to settle the question of the Monarchy and state church.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In return for supporting the [[Joseph Town]] faction’s demand for a referendum, the [[Zuid-Richel]] faction would be granted legislative time to hammer out a revised minimum wage law immediately after the constitutional issues were resolved.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Almost immediately, however, tensions began to build between the competing factions, with several members of the [[Zuid-Richel]] publicly stating that they would support holding a referendum but vote against the change when the vote was held.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1722:the referendum flounders===&lt;br /&gt;
While the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] passed a motion in January 1722 setting a referendum date, the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] intervened less than a week later. The church announced the withdrawal of its controversial new prayer book and order of service, stating that the decision was taken after a period of prayer and consideration, and was unrelated to the upcoming plebiscite.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With the prayer book withdrawn, and only the abolishing of the Monarchy left on the ballot, more and more members of the [[Commonwealth Men]] (including those in the Legislative Assembly) stated that their demands had been met, and they would vote against the constitutional changes when the referendum was held.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Opinion poll after opinion poll showed Snijder and the leadership of the [[Commonwealth Men]] heading for a disastrous result in the referendum. This led to Legislative Assembly to postpone the vote until June 1723, stating that the public needed more time to process the change.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1723:tensions build===&lt;br /&gt;
At the beginning of 1723, the polls showed no change, and the [[Commonwealth Men]] leadership became increasingly confrontational, particularly towards the [[Zuid-Richel]] grouping within the Legislative Assembly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Snijder and the purist members from [[Joseph Town]] accused their colleagues from Zuid-Richel of sabotaging the referendum by publicly declaring their intention to vote against the proposal. On that basis, Snijder indicated that the promised minimum wage discussions would now be axed, and the referendum was postponed once again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1724:the assembly dissolved===&lt;br /&gt;
After 18 months of legislative deadlock, Lieutenant Governor [[George Middlemore]] announced in May 1724 that the Legislative Assembly would be dissolved immediately, with fresh elections to be held in January of the following year.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Unlike the 1721 vote, public interest in the vote was extremely high, with many islanders feeling outraged at the conduct of their elected officials. Supporters of moderate candidates began to fly the flags of [[Nova England]] and the [[South Sea Islands]] on their cars and homes, outwardly demonstrating their preference for a return to normality.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While the [[Commonwealth Men]] stood candidates in every seat, their candidates were generally given a cold response at public meetings and on doorsteps, with Snijder’s reelection rally in [[Joseph Town]] interrupted by a large, vocal counter-demonstration.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The Commonwealth Men’s support in [[Zuid-Richel]], however, remained consistent, with their candidates campaigning on minimum wage and labor relation issues, much to the dismay of the movement’s leadership. Ultimately, the [[Commonwealth Men]] would expel the [[Zuid-Richel]] candidates from the movement 1 month before the vote.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1725: Commonwealth Men wiped out===&lt;br /&gt;
When the public went to the polls in January 1725, large queues formed at polling stations, with voters keen not to allow apathy to lead the Commonwealth into more years of stagnation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While dejected-looking [[Commonwealth Men]] did make their way to the polls, it was clear to all that their movement was in for a rough day.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Sure enough, when the results were announced on January 17th, the Commonwealth Men had lost their seats in the Legislative Assembly. The expelled candidates in [[Zuid-Richel]], however, performed well, with nearly all of their sitting members of the Legislative Assembly reelected.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The new Legislative Assembly would turn out to be a combination of pro-Monarchy moderates, and the former Commonwealth Men faction from [[Zuid-Richel]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The new assembly agreed to use the first 18 months to resolve the issues from the 1721 program, with minimum age and labor law legislation given priority and a referendum on the Monarchy to be held in 1726.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1726: referendum held===&lt;br /&gt;
On the eve of the referendum on the abolition of the Monarchy in April 1726, the result was seen by most as a foregone conclusion, with pro-Monarchy flags, banners, and posters visible across the [[South Sea Islands]]. In the run up to the day of the vote, several mass rallies had been held, attended by tens of thousands of Islanders, leading to chaos on many roads across the Commonwealth as rallies outgrew their designated routes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While pro-abolition meetings were held and the campaign was largely mutually respectful, it was clear to many voters that the status quo would prevail.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A carnival atmosphere prevailed on the day of the vote, with a national holiday declared to ensure that everyone would be able to participate. Street gatherings, community events and other festivities were arranged to coincide with the vote.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After the polls closed at 22.00, Lieutenant Governor [[George Middlemore]] released a pre-recorded radio message:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;Dear South Sea Islanders,&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;Today we showed the very best of our Commonwealth, as communities across these islands came together in peace, cordiality, and with a spirit of openness to exercise their democratic rights.&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;Whatever the results are when they’re announced this evening, tomorrow we will still be the South Sea Islands, laws will still need to be passed, important matters will still need to be discussed, and daily life will have to go on.&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;While there will be those who are filled with joy when the result is announced, equally there will be those who feel a sense of disappointment, perhaps even grief. Both are natural reactions to a situation where you feel like you’re doing the right thing for the right reasons, and I urge you all to be magnanimous in victory or graceful in defeat, recognizing the merit and good intentions of your fellow Islanders.&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;These past years have been difficult in many ways, with a level of political intensity that is frankly alien to our typically tranquil Commonwealth. Some of us have attempted to justify things done by those we support, even if we would abhor those same acts if they’d been carried out by our opponents. Too many of us have been willing to believe the worst in those we disagree with, and the routine business of government has been reframed as an existential, win-or-die situation, which it certainly needn’t be.&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;Whatever the outcome of today’s vote, we can only succeed when we work together for the common good, accepting setbacks with good grace, and realizing that the well-intentioned designs of our opponents aren’t intended to hurt us.&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;God bless the South Sea Islands, and thank you all for today’s demonstration of cordiality and fraternity, which I am confident will continue tomorrow, and for every day after that&#039;&#039;.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
When the result as announced, &#039;&#039;&#039;99.5%&#039;&#039;&#039; of votes cast were against the abolition of the monarchy.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1727 – 1728: return to normality ===&lt;br /&gt;
With the referendum held and labor/minimum wage laws reformed in line with the wishes of the representations of [[Zuid-Richel]], the Legislative Assembly declared that the remaining years of its term would be dedicated to catching up on the legislative backlog left by the previous years of turmoil.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
This assembly dealt with the backlog in a spirit of cooperation, leading to a rapid return to normality and a decrease in communal tensions.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1729: Fresh elections===&lt;br /&gt;
With the legislative backlog cleared and the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] functioning normally once again, the first elections of the post-[[Commonwealth Men]] era were held in February 1729, with candidates back to campaigning on local community issues and routine matters.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: South Sea Islands]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=1720s_Constitutional_Crisis&amp;diff=317633</id>
		<title>1720s Constitutional Crisis</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=1720s_Constitutional_Crisis&amp;diff=317633"/>
		<updated>2024-02-20T17:11:14Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
The &#039;&#039;&#039;1720s Constitutional Crisis&#039;&#039;&#039; was a period of political unrest and controversy in the [[South Sea Islands]]. Triggered by the [[Commonwealth Men]] movement’s activities (beginning in 1720), the crisis was characterized by frequent elections to the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]], mass protests, and political activism.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The crisis came to an end following the Legislative Assembly elections of March 1729, in which the [[Commonwealth Men]] candidates suffered a series of stinging electoral defeats, ending their presence in the Legislative Assembly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The [[Commonwealth Men]] movement was driven by two primary concerns:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* The belief that the non-hereditary [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]] should be abolished and replaced with an elected Head of State.&lt;br /&gt;
* &lt;br /&gt;
* Calls for the disestablishment of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] following the introduction of a new standard prayer book in 1720. The prayer book removed many customary acts of worship and tried to impose uniformity on the churches of the Commonwealth, triggering anger among many worshippers.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
These issues galvanized activists from across the political spectrum, leading to an escalating series of demands from the [Commonwealth Men]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Timeline of the crisis==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1720: the seeds of a crisis===&lt;br /&gt;
Following its establishment in early 1720, the [[Commonwealth Men]] movement grew rapidly, quickly accumulating 2000 registered supporters (20% of the Commonwealth’s supporters. While the movement was founded by religious purists in [[Joseph Town]], its growth was primarily down to supporters in [[Zuid-Richel]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Heartened by this, the leadership of the movement called for a referendum on abolishing the monarchy in December 1720. The sitting Legislative Assembly chose to resign en masse rather than succumb to this demand, leading Lieutenant Governor [[George Middlemore]] to call an election in January 1721.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1721: the tumultuous Assembly===&lt;br /&gt;
In the run-up to the early elections, the [[Commonwealth Men]] arranged a series of public meetings and rallies across the Commonwealth, to drum up support for their movement and recruit new members. However, during these meetings, it became clear that supporters had joined to express a stark diversity of views, most of which were unrelated to the ambitions of the leadership.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
When elections were held in January 1721, turnout was at a record low, with only 25% of eligible voters making it to the polls on a voting day characterized by unseasonably poor weather.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Voters returned a Legislative Assembly dominated by [[Commonwealth Men]], with religious firebrand Jorrick Snijder being elected as Speaker.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Immediately the differing goals of the Legislators became clear, with the leadership struggling to retain control of the gatherings. While Snijder’s priority was to bring forward a referendum on abolishing the Monarchy and disestablishing the state church, Legislators from [[Zuid-Richel]] dominated the assembly with motions regarding labor laws and industrial regulations.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With several sessions of the Legislative Assembly descending into heated arguments, with personal attacks being hurled across the chamber, the Lieutenant Governor suspended the Assembly, urging Snijder to negotiate a legislative program with his colleagues before reconvening.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1721: the new legislative program===&lt;br /&gt;
After 18 months of wrangling, the Legislative Assembly reconvened, having established a program based on:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Holding a constitutional referendum in February 1722 to settle the question of the Monarchy and state church.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In return for supporting the [[Joseph Town]] faction’s demand for a referendum, the [[Zuid-Richel]] faction would be granted legislative time to hammer out a revised minimum wage law immediately after the constitutional issues were resolved.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Almost immediately, however, tensions began to build between the competing factions, with several members of the [[Zuid-Richel]] publicly stating that they would support holding a referendum but vote against the change when the vote was held.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1722:the referendum flounders===&lt;br /&gt;
While the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] passed a motion in January 1722 setting a referendum date, the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] intervened less than a week later. The church announced the withdrawal of its controversial new prayer book and order of service, stating that the decision was taken after a period of prayer and consideration, and was unrelated to the upcoming plebiscite.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With the prayer book withdrawn, and only the abolishing of the Monarchy left on the ballot, more and more members of the [[Commonwealth Men]] (including those in the Legislative Assembly) stated that their demands had been met, and they would vote against the constitutional changes when the referendum was held.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Opinion poll after opinion poll showed Snijder and the leadership of the [[Commonwealth Men]] heading for a disastrous result in the referendum. This led to Legislative Assembly to postpone the vote until June 1723, stating that the public needed more time to process the change.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1723:tensions build===&lt;br /&gt;
At the beginning of 1723, the polls showed no change, and the [[Commonwealth Men]] leadership became increasingly confrontational, particularly towards the [[Zuid-Richel]] grouping within the Legislative Assembly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Snijder and the purist members from [[Joseph Town]] accused their colleagues from Zuid-Richel of sabotaging the referendum by publicly declaring their intention to vote against the proposal. On that basis, Snijder indicated that the promised minimum wage discussions would now be axed, and the referendum was postponed once again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1724:the assembly dissolved===&lt;br /&gt;
After 18 months of legislative deadlock, Lieutenant Governor [[George Middlemore]] announced in May 1724 that the Legislative Assembly would be dissolved immediately, with fresh elections to be held in January of the following year.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Unlike the 1721 vote, public interest in the vote was extremely high, with many islanders feeling outraged at the conduct of their elected officials. Supporters of moderate candidates began to fly the flags of [[Nova England]] and the [[South Sea Islands]] on their cars and homes, outwardly demonstrating their preference for a return to normality.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While the [[Commonwealth Men]] stood candidates in every seat, their candidates were generally given a cold response at public meetings and on doorsteps, with Snijder’s reelection rally in [[Joseph Town]] interrupted by a large, vocal counter-demonstration.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The Commonwealth Men’s support in [[Zuid-Richel]], however, remained consistent, with their candidates campaigning on minimum wage and labor relation issues, much to the dismay of the movement’s leadership. Ultimately, the [[Commonwealth Men]] would expel the [[Zuid-Richel]] candidates from the movement 1 month before the vote.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1725: Commonwealth Men wiped out===&lt;br /&gt;
When the public went to the polls in January 1725, large queues formed at polling stations, with voters keen not to allow apathy to lead the Commonwealth into more years of stagnation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While dejected-looking [[Commonwealth Men]] did make their way to the polls, it was clear to all that their movement was in for a rough day.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Sure enough, when the results were announced on January 17th, the Commonwealth Men had lost their seats in the Legislative Assembly. The expelled candidates in [[Zuid-Richel]], however, performed well, with nearly all of their sitting members of the Legislative Assembly reelected.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The new Legislative Assembly would turn out to be a combination of pro-Monarchy moderates, and the former Commonwealth Men faction from [[Zuid-Richel]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The new assembly agreed to use the first 18 months to resolve the issues from the 1721 program, with minimum age and labor law legislation given priority and a referendum on the Monarchy to be held in 1726.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1726: referendum held===&lt;br /&gt;
On the eve of the referendum on the abolition of the Monarchy in April 1726, the result was seen by most as a foregone conclusion, with pro-Monarchy flags, banners, and posters visible across the [[South Sea Islands]]. In the run up to the day of the vote, several mass rallies had been held, attended by tens of thousands of Islanders, leading to chaos on many roads across the Commonwealth as rallies outgrew their designated routes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While pro-abolition meetings were held and the campaign was largely mutually respectful, it was clear to many voters that the status quo would prevail.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A carnival atmosphere prevailed on the day of the vote, with a national holiday declared to ensure that everyone would be able to participate. Street gatherings, community events and other festivities were arranged to coincide with the vote.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After the polls closed at 22.00, Lieutenant Governor [[George Middlemore]] released a pre-recorded radio message:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;Dear South Sea Islanders,&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Today we showed the very best of our Commonwealth, as communities across these islands came together in peace, cordiality, and with a spirit of openness to exercise their democratic rights.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Whatever the results are when they’re announced this evening, tomorrow we will still be the South Sea Islands, laws will still need to be passed, important matters will still need to be discussed, and daily life will have to go on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While there will be those who are filled with joy when the result is announced, equally there will be those who feel a sense of disappointment, perhaps even grief. Both are natural reactions to a situation where you feel like you’re doing the right thing for the right reasons, and I urge you all to be magnanimous in victory or graceful in defeat, recognizing the merit and good intentions of your fellow Islanders.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
These past years have been difficult in many ways, with a level of political intensity that is frankly alien to our typically tranquil Commonwealth. Some of us have attempted to justify things done by those we support, even if we would abhor those same acts if they’d been carried out by our opponents. Too many of us have been willing to believe the worst in those we disagree with, and the routine business of government has been reframed as an existential, win-or-die situation, which it certainly needn’t be.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Whatever the outcome of today’s vote, we can only succeed when we work together for the common good, accepting setbacks with good grace, and realizing that the well-intentioned designs of our opponents aren’t intended to hurt us.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
God bless the South Sea Islands, and thank you all for today’s demonstration of cordiality and fraternity, which I am confident will continue tomorrow, and for every day after that&#039;&#039;.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
When the result as announced, &#039;&#039;&#039;99.5%&#039;&#039;&#039; of votes cast were against the abolition of the monarchy.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1727 – 1728: return to normality ===&lt;br /&gt;
With the referendum held and labor/minimum wage laws reformed in line with the wishes of the representations of [[Zuid-Richel]], the Legislative Assembly declared that the remaining years of its term would be dedicated to catching up on the legislative backlog left by the previous years of turmoil.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
This assembly dealt with the backlog in a spirit of cooperation, leading to a rapid return to normality and a decrease in communal tensions.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1729: Fresh elections===&lt;br /&gt;
With the legislative backlog cleared and the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] functioning normally once again, the first elections of the post-[Commonwealth Men]] era were held in February 1729, with candidates back to campaigning on local community issues and routine matters.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: South Sea Islands]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=1720s_Constitutional_Crisis&amp;diff=317632</id>
		<title>1720s Constitutional Crisis</title>
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The &#039;&#039;&#039;1720s Constitutional Crisis&#039;&#039;&#039; was a period of political unrest and controversy in the [[South Sea Islands]]. Triggered by the [[Commonwealth Men]] movement’s activities (beginning in 1720), the crisis was characterized by frequent elections to the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]], mass protests, and political activism.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The crisis came to an end following the Legislative Assembly elections of March 1729, in which the [[Commonwealth Men]] candidates suffered a series of stinging electoral defeats, ending their presence in the Legislative Assembly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The [[Commonwealth Men]] movement was driven by two primary concerns:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* The belief that the non-hereditary [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]] should be abolished and replaced with an elected Head of State.&lt;br /&gt;
* &lt;br /&gt;
* Calls for the disestablishment of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] following the introduction of a new standard prayer book in 1720. The prayer book removed many customary acts of worship and tried to impose uniformity on the churches of the Commonwealth, triggering anger among many worshippers.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
These issues galvanized activists from across the political spectrum, leading to an escalating series of demands from the [Commonwealth Men]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Timeline of the crisis==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1720: the seeds of a crisis===&lt;br /&gt;
Following its establishment in early 1720, the [[Commonwealth Men]] movement grew rapidly, quickly accumulating 2000 registered supporters (20% of the Commonwealth’s supporters. While the movement was founded by religious purists in [[Joseph Town]], its growth was primarily down to supporters in [[Zuid-Richel]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Heartened by this, the leadership of the movement called for a referendum on abolishing the monarchy in December 1720. The sitting Legislative Assembly chose to resign en masse rather than succumb to this demand, leading Lieutenant Governor [[George Middlemore]] to call an election in January 1721.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1721: the tumultuous Assembly===&lt;br /&gt;
In the run-up to the early elections, the [[Commonwealth Men]] arranged a series of public meetings and rallies across the Commonwealth, to drum up support for their movement and recruit new members. However, during these meetings, it became clear that supporters had joined to express a stark diversity of views, most of which were unrelated to the ambitions of the leadership.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
When elections were held in January 1721, turnout was at a record low, with only 25% of eligible voters making it to the polls on a voting day characterized by unseasonably poor weather.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Voters returned a Legislative Assembly dominated by [[Commonwealth Men]], with religious firebrand Jorrick Snijder being elected as Speaker.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Immediately the differing goals of the Legislators became clear, with the leadership struggling to retain control of the gatherings. While Snijder’s priority was to bring forward a referendum on abolishing the Monarchy and disestablishing the state church, Legislators from [[Zuid-Richel]] dominated the assembly with motions regarding labor laws and industrial regulations.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With several sessions of the Legislative Assembly descending into heated arguments, with personal attacks being hurled across the chamber, the Lieutenant Governor suspended the Assembly, urging Snijder to negotiate a legislative program with his colleagues before reconvening.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1721: the new legislative program===&lt;br /&gt;
After 18 months of wrangling, the Legislative Assembly reconvened, having established a program based on:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Holding a constitutional referendum in February 1722 to settle the question of the Monarchy and state church.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In return for supporting the [[Joseph Town]] faction’s demand for a referendum, the [[Zuid-Richel]] faction would be granted legislative time to hammer out a revised minimum wage law immediately after the constitutional issues were resolved.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Almost immediately, however, tensions began to build between the competing factions, with several members of the [[Zuid-Richel]] publicly stating that they would support holding a referendum but vote against the change when the vote was held.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1722:the referendum flounders===&lt;br /&gt;
While the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] passed a motion in January 1722 setting a referendum date, the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] intervened less than a week later. The church announced the withdrawal of its controversial new prayer book and order of service, stating that the decision was taken after a period of prayer and consideration, and was unrelated to the upcoming plebiscite.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With the prayer book withdrawn, and only the abolishing of the Monarchy left on the ballot, more and more members of the [[Commonwealth Men]] (including those in the Legislative Assembly) stated that their demands had been met, and they would vote against the constitutional changes when the referendum was held.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Opinion poll after opinion poll showed Snijder and the leadership of the [[Commonwealth Men]] heading for a disastrous result in the referendum. This led to Legislative Assembly to postpone the vote until June 1723, stating that the public needed more time to process the change.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1723:tensions build===&lt;br /&gt;
At the beginning of 1723, the polls showed no change, and the [[Commonwealth Men]] leadership became increasingly confrontational, particularly towards the [[Zuid-Richel]] grouping within the Legislative Assembly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Snijder and the purist members from [[Joseph Town]] accused their colleagues from Zuid-Richel of sabotaging the referendum by publicly declaring their intention to vote against the proposal. On that basis, Snijder indicated that the promised minimum wage discussions would now be axed, and the referendum was postponed once again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==1724:the assembly dissolved==&lt;br /&gt;
After 18 months of legislative deadlock, Lieutenant Governor [[George Middlemore]] announced in May 1724 that the Legislative Assembly would be dissolved immediately, with fresh elections to be held in January of the following year.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Unlike the 1721 vote, public interest in the vote was extremely high, with many islanders feeling outraged at the conduct of their elected officials. Supporters of moderate candidates began to fly the flags of [[Nova England]] and the [[South Sea Islands]] on their cars and homes, outwardly demonstrating their preference for a return to normality.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While the [[Commonwealth Men]] stood candidates in every seat, their candidates were generally given a cold response at public meetings and on doorsteps, with Snijder’s reelection rally in [[Joseph Town]] interrupted by a large, vocal counter-demonstration.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The Commonwealth Men’s support in [[Zuid-Richel]], however, remained consistent, with their candidates campaigning on minimum wage and labor relation issues, much to the dismay of the movement’s leadership. Ultimately, the [[Commonwealth Men]] would expel the [[Zuid-Richel]] candidates from the movement 1 month before the vote.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==1725: Commonwealth Men wiped out==&lt;br /&gt;
When the public went to the polls in January 1725, large queues formed at polling stations, with voters keen not to allow apathy to lead the Commonwealth into more years of stagnation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While dejected-looking [[Commonwealth Men]] did make their way to the polls, it was clear to all that their movement was in for a rough day.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Sure enough, when the results were announced on January 17th, the Commonwealth Men had lost their seats in the Legislative Assembly. The expelled candidates in [[Zuid-Richel]], however, performed well, with nearly all of their sitting members of the Legislative Assembly reelected.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The new Legislative Assembly would turn out to be a combination of pro-Monarchy moderates, and the former Commonwealth Men faction from [[Zuid-Richel]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The new assembly agreed to use the first 18 months to resolve the issues from the 1721 program, with minimum age and labor law legislation given priority and a referendum on the Monarchy to be held in 1726.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==1726: referendum held==&lt;br /&gt;
On the eve of the referendum on the abolition of the Monarchy in April 1726, the result was seen by most as a foregone conclusion, with pro-Monarchy flags, banners, and posters visible across the [[South Sea Islands]]. In the run up to the day of the vote, several mass rallies had been held, attended by tens of thousands of Islanders, leading to chaos on many roads across the Commonwealth as rallies outgrew their designated routes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While pro-abolition meetings were held and the campaign was largely mutually respectful, it was clear to many voters that the status quo would prevail.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A carnival atmosphere prevailed on the day of the vote, with a national holiday declared to ensure that everyone would be able to participate. Street gatherings, community events and other festivities were arranged to coincide with the vote.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After the polls closed at 22.00, Lieutenant Governor [[George Middlemore]] released a pre-recorded radio message:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;Dear South Sea Islanders,&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Today we showed the very best of our Commonwealth, as communities across these islands came together in peace, cordiality, and with a spirit of openness to exercise their democratic rights.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Whatever the results are when they’re announced this evening, tomorrow we will still be the South Sea Islands, laws will still need to be passed, important matters will still need to be discussed, and daily life will have to go on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While there will be those who are filled with joy when the result is announced, equally there will be those who feel a sense of disappointment, perhaps even grief. Both are natural reactions to a situation where you feel like you’re doing the right thing for the right reasons, and I urge you all to be magnanimous in victory or graceful in defeat, recognizing the merit and good intentions of your fellow Islanders.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
These past years have been difficult in many ways, with a level of political intensity that is frankly alien to our typically tranquil Commonwealth. Some of us have attempted to justify things done by those we support, even if we would abhor those same acts if they’d been carried out by our opponents. Too many of us have been willing to believe the worst in those we disagree with, and the routine business of government has been reframed as an existential, win-or-die situation, which it certainly needn’t be.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Whatever the outcome of today’s vote, we can only succeed when we work together for the common good, accepting setbacks with good grace, and realizing that the well-intentioned designs of our opponents aren’t intended to hurt us.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
God bless the South Sea Islands, and thank you all for today’s demonstration of cordiality and fraternity, which I am confident will continue tomorrow, and for every day after that&#039;&#039;.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
When the result as announced, &#039;&#039;&#039;99.5%&#039;&#039;&#039; of votes cast were against the abolition of the monarchy.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1727 – 1728: return to normality ===&lt;br /&gt;
With the referendum held and labor/minimum wage laws reformed in line with the wishes of the representations of [[Zuid-Richel]], the Legislative Assembly declared that the remaining years of its term would be dedicated to catching up on the legislative backlog left by the previous years of turmoil.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
This assembly dealt with the backlog in a spirit of cooperation, leading to a rapid return to normality and a decrease in communal tensions.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1729: Fresh elections===&lt;br /&gt;
With the legislative backlog cleared and the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] functioning normally once again, the first elections of the post-[Commonwealth Men]] era were held in February 1729, with candidates back to campaigning on local community issues and routine matters.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: South Sea Islands]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
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		<title>1720s Constitutional Crisis</title>
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: Created page with &amp;quot; The &amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;1720s Constitutional Crisis&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; was a period of political unrest and controversy in the South Sea Islands. Triggered by the Commonwealth Men movement’s activities (beginning in 1720), the crisis was characterized by frequent elections to the Government of the South Sea Islands, mass protests, and political activism.  The crisis came to an end following the Legislative Assembly elections of March 1729, in which the Commonwealth Men candidates suff...&amp;quot;&lt;/p&gt;
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The &#039;&#039;&#039;1720s Constitutional Crisis&#039;&#039;&#039; was a period of political unrest and controversy in the [[South Sea Islands]]. Triggered by the [[Commonwealth Men]] movement’s activities (beginning in 1720), the crisis was characterized by frequent elections to the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]], mass protests, and political activism.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The crisis came to an end following the Legislative Assembly elections of March 1729, in which the [[Commonwealth Men]] candidates suffered a series of stinging electoral defeats, ending their presence in the Legislative Assembly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The [[Commonwealth Men]] movement was driven by two primary concerns:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
* The belief that the non-hereditary [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]] should be abolished and replaced with an elected Head of State.&lt;br /&gt;
* &lt;br /&gt;
* Calls for the disestablishment of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] following the introduction of a new standard prayer book in 1720. The prayer book removed many customary acts of worship and tried to impose uniformity on the churches of the Commonwealth, triggering anger among many worshippers.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
These issues galvanized activists from across the political spectrum, leading to an escalating series of demands from the [Commonwealth Men]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Timeline of the crisis==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1720: the seeds of a crisis===&lt;br /&gt;
Following its establishment in early 1720, the [[Commonwealth Men]] movement grew rapidly, quickly accumulating 2000 registered supporters (20% of the Commonwealth’s supporters. While the movement was founded by religious purists in [[Joseph Town]], its growth was primarily down to supporters in [[Zuid-Richel]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Heartened by this, the leadership of the movement called for a referendum on abolishing the monarchy in December 1720. The sitting Legislative Assembly chose to resign en masse rather than succumb to this demand, leading Lieutenant Governor [[George Middlemore]] to call an election in January 1721.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1721: the tumultuous Assembly===&lt;br /&gt;
In the run-up to the early elections, the [[Commonwealth Men]] arranged a series of public meetings and rallies across the Commonwealth, to drum up support for their movement and recruit new members. However, during these meetings, it became clear that supporters had joined to express a stark diversity of views, most of which were unrelated to the ambitions of the leadership.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
When elections were held in January 1721, turnout was at a record low, with only 25% of eligible voters making it to the polls on a voting day characterized by unseasonably poor weather.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Voters returned a Legislative Assembly dominated by [[Commonwealth Men]], with religious firebrand Jorrick Snijder being elected as Speaker.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Immediately the differing goals of the Legislators became clear, with the leadership struggling to retain control of the gatherings. While Snijder’s priority was to bring forward a referendum on abolishing the Monarchy and disestablishing the state church, Legislators from [[Zuid-Richel]] dominated the assembly with motions regarding labor laws and industrial regulations.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With several sessions of the Legislative Assembly descending into heated arguments, with personal attacks being hurled across the chamber, the Lieutenant Governor suspended the Assembly, urging Snijder to negotiate a legislative program with his colleagues before reconvening.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1721: the new legislative program===&lt;br /&gt;
After 18 months of wrangling, the Legislative Assembly reconvened, having established a program based on:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Holding a constitutional referendum in February 1722 to settle the question of the Monarchy and state church.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In return for supporting the [[Joseph Town]] faction’s demand for a referendum, the [[Zuid-Richel]] faction would be granted legislative time to hammer out a revised minimum wage law immediately after the constitutional issues were resolved.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Almost immediately, however, tensions began to build between the competing factions, with several members of the [[Zuid-Richel]] publicly stating that they would support holding a referendum but vote against the change when the vote was held.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1722: the referendum flounders===&lt;br /&gt;
While the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] passed a motion in January 1722 setting a referendum date, the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] intervened less than a week later. The church announced the withdrawal of its controversial new prayer book and order of service, stating that the decision was taken after a period of prayer and consideration, and was unrelated to the upcoming plebiscite.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With the prayer book withdrawn, and only the abolishing of the Monarchy left on the ballot, more and more members of the [[Commonwealth Men]] (including those in the Legislative Assembly) stated that their demands had been met, and they would vote against the constitutional changes when the referendum was held.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Opinion poll after opinion poll showed Snijder and the leadership of the [[Commonwealth Men]] heading for a disastrous result in the referendum. This led to Legislative Assembly to postpone the vote until June 1723, stating that the public needed more time to process the change.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1723: tensions build===&lt;br /&gt;
At the beginning of 1723, the polls showed no change, and the [[Commonwealth Men]] leadership became increasingly confrontational, particularly towards the [[Zuid-Richel]] grouping within the Legislative Assembly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Snijder and the purist members from [[Joseph Town]] accused their colleagues from Zuid-Richel of sabotaging the referendum by publicly declaring their intention to vote against the proposal. On that basis, Snijder indicated that the promised minimum wage discussions would now be axed, and the referendum was postponed once again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==1724: the assembly dissolved==&lt;br /&gt;
After 18 months of legislative deadlock, Lieutenant Governor [[George Middlemore]] announced in May 1724 that the Legislative Assembly would be dissolved immediately, with fresh elections to be held in January of the following year.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Unlike the 1721 vote, public interest in the vote was extremely high, with many islanders feeling outraged at the conduct of their elected officials. Supporters of moderate candidates began to fly the flags of [[Nova England]] and the [[South Sea Islands]] on their cars and homes, outwardly demonstrating their preference for a return to normality.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While the [[Commonwealth Men]] stood candidates in every seat, their candidates were generally given a cold response at public meetings and on doorsteps, with Snijder’s reelection rally in [[Joseph Town]] interrupted by a large, vocal counter-demonstration.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The Commonwealth Men’s support in [[Zuid-Richel]], however, remained consistent, with their candidates campaigning on minimum wage and labor relation issues, much to the dismay of the movement’s leadership. Ultimately, the [[Commonwealth Men]] would expel the [[Zuid-Richel]] candidates from the movement 1 month before the vote.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==1725: Commonwealth Men wiped out==&lt;br /&gt;
When the public went to the polls in January 1725, large queues formed at polling stations, with voters keen not to allow apathy to lead the Commonwealth into more years of stagnation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While dejected-looking [[Commonwealth Men]] did make their way to the polls, it was clear to all that their movement was in for a rough day.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Sure enough, when the results were announced on January 17th, the Commonwealth Men had lost their seats in the Legislative Assembly. The expelled candidates in [[Zuid-Richel]], however, performed well, with nearly all of their sitting members of the Legislative Assembly reelected.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The new Legislative Assembly would turn out to be a combination of pro-Monarchy moderates, and the former Commonwealth Men faction from [[Zuid-Richel]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The new assembly agreed to use the first 18 months to resolve the issues from the 1721 program, with minimum age and labor law legislation given priority and a referendum on the Monarchy to be held in 1726.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==1726: referendum held==&lt;br /&gt;
On the eve of the referendum on the abolition of the Monarchy in April 1726, the result was seen by most as a foregone conclusion, with pro-Monarchy flags, banners, and posters visible across the [[South Sea Islands]]. In the run up to the day of the vote, several mass rallies had been held, attended by tens of thousands of Islanders, leading to chaos on many roads across the Commonwealth as rallies outgrew their designated routes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While pro-abolition meetings were held and the campaign was largely mutually respectful, it was clear to many voters that the status quo would prevail.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A carnival atmosphere prevailed on the day of the vote, with a national holiday declared to ensure that everyone would be able to participate. Street gatherings, community events and other festivities were arranged to coincide with the vote.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After the polls closed at 22.00, Lieutenant Governor [[George Middlemore]] released a pre-recorded radio message:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;Dear South Sea Islanders,&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Today we showed the very best of our Commonwealth, as communities across these islands came together in peace, cordiality, and with a spirit of openness to exercise their democratic rights.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Whatever the results are when they’re announced this evening, tomorrow we will still be the South Sea Islands, laws will still need to be passed, important matters will still need to be discussed, and daily life will have to go on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While there will be those who are filled with joy when the result is announced, equally there will be those who feel a sense of disappointment, perhaps even grief. Both are natural reactions to a situation where you feel like you’re doing the right thing for the right reasons, and I urge you all to be magnanimous in victory or graceful in defeat, recognizing the merit and good intentions of your fellow Islanders.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
These past years have been difficult in many ways, with a level of political intensity that is frankly alien to our typically tranquil Commonwealth. Some of us have attempted to justify things done by those we support, even if we would abhor those same acts if they’d been carried out by our opponents. Too many of us have been willing to believe the worst in those we disagree with, and the routine business of government has been reframed as an existential, win-or-die situation, which it certainly needn’t be.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Whatever the outcome of today’s vote, we can only succeed when we work together for the common good, accepting setbacks with good grace, and realizing that the well-intentioned designs of our opponents aren’t intended to hurt us.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
God bless the South Sea Islands, and thank you all for today’s demonstration of cordiality and fraternity, which I am confident will continue tomorrow, and for every day after that&#039;&#039;.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
When the result as announced, &#039;&#039;&#039;99.5%&#039;&#039;&#039; of votes cast were against the abolition of the monarchy.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1727 – 1728: return to normality ===&lt;br /&gt;
With the referendum held and labor/minimum wage laws reformed in line with the wishes of the representations of [[Zuid-Richel]], the Legislative Assembly declared that the remaining years of its term would be dedicated to catching up on the legislative backlog left by the previous years of turmoil.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
This assembly dealt with the backlog in a spirit of cooperation, leading to a rapid return to normality and a decrease in communal tensions.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===1729: Fresh elections===&lt;br /&gt;
With the legislative backlog cleared and the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] functioning normally once again, the first elections of the post-[Commonwealth Men]] era were held in February 1729, with candidates back to campaigning on local community issues and routine matters.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: South Sea Islands]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Joseph_Town_Cathedral&amp;diff=317516</id>
		<title>Joseph Town Cathedral</title>
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		<updated>2024-02-20T07:41:58Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: Created page with &amp;quot; &amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;Joseph Town Cathedral&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; is a place of worship, tourist attraction, and local landmark located in the Joseph Town. As the largest church and meeting venue in the South Sea Islands, the cathedral has traditionally played a significant role in the public life of the Commonwealth.  The building’s primary function is to serve as the headquarters of the Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden, with the adjacent outbuildings hosting the church’s secretaria...&amp;quot;&lt;/p&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;Joseph Town Cathedral&#039;&#039;&#039; is a place of worship, tourist attraction, and local landmark located in the [[Joseph Town]]. As the largest church and meeting venue in the [[South Sea Islands]], the cathedral has traditionally played a significant role in the public life of the Commonwealth.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The building’s primary function is to serve as the headquarters of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]], with the adjacent outbuildings hosting the church’s secretariat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==History==&lt;br /&gt;
When [[Joseph Town]] was being constructed in 1586, the Cathedral was one of two essential public buildings in the new capital, alongside Government House (situated nearby). In addition to satisfying the spiritual needs of the city’s founders, the Cathedral was considered an essential last refuge for the new city’s population, who could communally shelter in the large nave during particularly cold winters.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Construction===&lt;br /&gt;
As with many of [[Joseph Town]]’s oldest buildings, the Cathedral was constructed using red bricks. While initially chosen for their cheapness and ready availability in the area, the city’s architects and planners soon came to appreciate the visual appeal of the material. It was felt that the red brick created a striking and visually appealing contrast with the city’s often snowy, wintery background.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A groundbreaking ceremony for the Cathedral was held in April 1585, with a topping-out ceremony held fourteen months later. As is tradition in the [[South Sea Islands]], the Cathedral’s first pastor poured a bottle of local beer over the top of the spire to bring good luck to the new building.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While construction generally ran smoothly and without major incidents, one fatality did occur in the closing weeks of construction, with bricklayer Montgomery Jones falling to his death from the tower’s scaffold. Jones is commemorated with a prominent grave in the Cathedral’s nave.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Physical Characteristics==&lt;br /&gt;
Joseph Town Cathedral is 60 meters long and 25 meters wide, with a nave able to accommodate 400 seated worshippers, and standing room for an additional 200.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Unlike many churches of its size, the Cathedral has disproportionately small windows, in recognition of the cold temperatures that prevail during much of the year. To ensure visual appeal, the building’s architects added elaborate brick patterns to the outside of the structure, including striking brick sculptures of Moses parting the Red Sea, and the Garden of Eden.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The Cathedral’s most striking feature is its 34-meter-high tower, topped by a short spire. This makes it both the largest and tallest brick building anywhere in the [[South Sea Islands]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Music==&lt;br /&gt;
While not strictly a part of the traditional worship of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]], Joseph Town Cathedral has developed a strong musical heritage. The Cathedral’s pipe organ is the largest in the Commonwealth, and the [[Joseph Town]] Choir often takes part in religious ceremonies in the building.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In addition to religious music, the Cathedral also serves as a venue for classical music concerts, band practices, and the rehearsals of several local secular choirs.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As the highest capacity venue in the Commonwealth, the Cathedral has also hosted touring international bands over the decades, with stars from as far afield as [[Mercury]] performing for sold-out crowds of [[Joseph Town]] music lovers.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Bells==&lt;br /&gt;
Joseph Town Cathedral’s tower hosts more bells than every other church in the [[South Sea Islands]] combined, with 24 crowding the tower. The largest of these, nicknamed “Dull Nicholas” locally due to its deep, bassy tone, bears the inscription &amp;quot;CelorumXte placeat tibi rex sonus iste&amp;quot; (&amp;quot;O Christ, King of Heaven, may the sound please Thee&amp;quot;).&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The bells are a notable part of daily life in [[Joseph Town]], ringing out every 15 minutes during the daytime and every tolling on the hour during the night. During national celebrations, the full peal of bells is rung, with some claiming to have heard the cacophony from as far as 20 kilometers away.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Religious use==&lt;br /&gt;
The Cathedral’s primary purpose is to serve as a place of worship for followers of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]]. It does this by hosting services twice per day Monday to Saturday (at 10am and 5pm) and every two hours on Sundays, from 8am until 8pm. The regular congregation consists of around 250-300 worshippers, while special occasions such as Easter of Christmas see the Cathedral filled to capacity.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Baptisms, weddings, and funerals are all performed in the Cathedral, leading to a common joke among locals that the building “hatches, matches, and dispatches” the population of [[Joseph Town]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The outbuildings surrounding the Cathedral on the southern and eastern sides host the small secretariat of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] as well as a number of charitable groups.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Other functions==&lt;br /&gt;
In addition to its religious functions, the Cathedral can be hired for private and civic events, subject to approval by the congregation. This has seen the building host wine and beer festivals, concerts, community lunches, overnight camps for youth groups, Christmas tree festivals, and much more.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: South Sea Islands]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Religion]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Nazarene]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=December_1724_Constitutional_Referendum&amp;diff=305355</id>
		<title>December 1724 Constitutional Referendum</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=December_1724_Constitutional_Referendum&amp;diff=305355"/>
		<updated>2023-09-29T13:07:38Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: &lt;/p&gt;
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The “December 1724 Constitutional Referendum” is a plebiscite to be held in the [[South Sea Islands]]. The referendum concerns a proposal by the [[Commonwealth Men]] campaign group to amend the South Sea Islands’ constitution, abolishing the [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]] and replacing it with a parliamentary republic.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The vote was organised by the [[Government of the South Sea Islands], following increased representation for the Commonwealth Men in the Legislative Assembly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Since 1720, the [[Commonwealth Men]] movement has been pushing for the abolition of the monarchy. While the group represents a diversity of opinions, the majority of members state that they have nothing against the monarchy in principle, but feel that the current system is not reflective of South Sea Islands’ culture.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Under the current arrangements for the monarchy, the President of the [[Republic of Mercury]] automatically becomes the monarch of the South Sea Islands. While Commonwealth Men sources claim that it is “absurd” to have a monarch who has never been in the Commonwealth, their opponents point out that the same was true of the hereditary monarchs of [[Nova England]], who previously reigned over the islands.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Referendum question==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The following question will be posed to voters on December 1st 1724:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[I]Should the Commonwealth of the South Sea Islands should amend its constitution to abolish the monarchy and become a parliamentary republic, or retain the monarchy in its current format?&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
-Retain the monarchy&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
-Amend the constitution to become a parliamentary republic&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Rules of the referendum==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] has set out the following regulations for the vote:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
1) To be considered valid, the referendum must have a turnout of at least 60% of eligible voters.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
2) Of the votes cast, at least 51% must be in favour of the change in order for the constitutional change to proceed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
3) If either of the above two conditions isn’t met, the status quo will remain in place.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: South Sea Islands]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=December_1724_Constitutional_Referendum&amp;diff=305354</id>
		<title>December 1724 Constitutional Referendum</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=December_1724_Constitutional_Referendum&amp;diff=305354"/>
		<updated>2023-09-29T13:07:04Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: Created page with &amp;quot; The “December 1724 Constitutional Referendum” is a plebiscite to be held in the South Sea Islands. The referendum concerns a proposal by the Commonwealth Men campaign group to amend the South Sea Islands’ constitution, abolishing the Monarchy of the South Sea Islands and replacing it with a parliamentary republic.  The vote was organised by the [[Government of the South Sea Islands], following increased representation for the Commonwealth Men in the Le...&amp;quot;&lt;/p&gt;
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The “December 1724 Constitutional Referendum” is a plebiscite to be held in the [[South Sea Islands]]. The referendum concerns a proposal by the [[Commonwealth Men]] campaign group to amend the South Sea Islands’ constitution, abolishing the [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]] and replacing it with a parliamentary republic.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The vote was organised by the [[Government of the South Sea Islands], following increased representation for the Commonwealth Men in the Legislative Assembly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Since 1720, the [[Commonwealth Men]] movement has been pushing for the abolition of the monarchy. While the group represents a diversity of opinions, the majority of members state that they have nothing against the monarchy in principle, but feel that the current system is not reflective of South Sea Islands’ culture.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Under the current arrangements for the monarchy, the President of the [[Republic of Mercury]] automatically becomes the monarch of the South Sea Islands. While Commonwealth Men sources claim that it is “absurd” to have a monarch who has never been in the Commonwealth, their opponents point out that the same was true of the hereditary monarchs of [[Nova England]], who previously reigned over the islands.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Referendum question==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The following question will be posed to voters on December 1st 1724:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[I]Should the Commonwealth of the South Sea Islands should amend its constitution to abolish the monarchy and become a parliamentary republic, or retain the monarchy in its current format?&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
-Retain the monarchy&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
-Amend the constitution to become a parliamentary republic&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Rules of the referendum==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] has set out the following regulations for the vote:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
1) To be considered valid, the referendum must have a turnout of at least 60% of eligible voters.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
2) Of the votes cast, at least 51% must be in favour of the change in order for the constitutional change to proceed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
3) If either of the above two conditions isn’t met, the status quo will remain in place.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[South Sea Islands]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Agriculture_in_the_South_Sea_Islands&amp;diff=295382</id>
		<title>Agriculture in the South Sea Islands</title>
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		<updated>2023-07-26T18:42:55Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: Created page with &amp;quot; Despite the challenges posed by the near-polar climate, &amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;Agriculture in the South Sea Islands&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; is an established and growing industry within the Commonwealth.  Starting in the year 1722, the Government of the South Sea Islands launched a campaign to make the nation completely self-sufficient in food production.  This campaign was launched in recognition of the fact that the islands&amp;#039; location could make them vulnerable to food shortages during extreme weather...&amp;quot;&lt;/p&gt;
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Despite the challenges posed by the near-polar climate, &#039;&#039;&#039;Agriculture in the [[South Sea Islands]]&#039;&#039;&#039; is an established and growing industry within the Commonwealth.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Starting in the year 1722, the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] launched a campaign to make the nation completely self-sufficient in food production.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
This campaign was launched in recognition of the fact that the islands&#039; location could make them vulnerable to food shortages during extreme weather events or hostile military action.&lt;br /&gt;
==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
Both main islands in the Commonwealth experience climatic conditions that make traditional agriculture challenging.&lt;br /&gt;
Trinity Island (home to the nation&#039;s capital, [[Joseph Town]]) is located in close proximity to the southern ice cap. As such, the weather makes traditional agriculture almost impossible outside of a narrow summer season.&lt;br /&gt;
Meanwhile, Grand Wulfram (home to the nation&#039;s largest city, [[Zuid-Richel]] enjoys milder weather, but its rocky, acidic soil makes it unsuitable for many staple crops.&lt;br /&gt;
==Development==&lt;br /&gt;
The emergence of hydroponic technology has been transformative for agriculture in the [[South Sea Islands]]. In conjunction with artificial heating and lighting, hydroponic agriculture offered a viable alternative to traditional farming.&lt;br /&gt;
==Government intervention==&lt;br /&gt;
The geographic isolation of the South Sea Islands has always made access to fresh fruit and vegetables has always been limited, with prices far exceeding what would be considered normal elsewhere.&lt;br /&gt;
While the government subsidized imports for public health purposes for decades, things changed rapidly in the year 1722.&lt;br /&gt;
In July of that year, the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] agreed to subsidize hydroponic greenhouse building on a domestic scale, with the government covering 80% of the costs of setting up a greenhouse in a domestic garden.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[Category: South Sea Islands]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Treaty_between_Anahuaco_and_Nouvelle_Alexandrie&amp;diff=293838</id>
		<title>Treaty between Anahuaco and Nouvelle Alexandrie</title>
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		<updated>2023-07-13T17:11:06Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: &lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;{{Nouvelle Alexandrie Article}}&lt;br /&gt;
The &#039;&#039;&#039;Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation between the [[Anahuaco|Anahuaco Empire]] and the [[Nouvelle Alexandrie|Federation of Nouvelle Alexandrie]]&#039;&#039;&#039; is a proposed Treaty between [[Anahuaco]] and [[Nouvelle Alexandrie]] proposed in {{AN|1722}}. The Treaty would build a closer relationship between the two neighboring [[Keltia|Keltian]] nations and [[Raspur Pact]] partners, including cultural and economic ties.&lt;br /&gt;
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The Treaty was proposed by [[Department of State (Nouvelle Alexandrie)|Secretary of State]] [[Maximinus Kerularios]] in {{AN|1722}}, quickly earning the approval of the [[Council of State of Nouvelle Alexandrie]] to propose and consider. The Treaty is the culmination of several rounds of diplomatic talks between the governments of both nations.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
== Text ==&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;div style=&amp;quot;padding: 1px; text-align:left; margin:auto; border:1px solid #306030; color:#000000; width:90%;&amp;quot;&amp;gt;{{quote|&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Coat of arms of Anahuaco.png|200px]]  [[File:NewAlexandriaCOA.png|150px]]&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;TREATY OF FRIENDSHIP AND COOPERATION&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;BETWEEN&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;THE ANAHUACO EMPIRE&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;AND&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;THE FEDERATION OF NOUVELLE ALEXANDRIE&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;His Majesty, [[José Joaquín of Anahuaco|José Joaquín I]], Emperor of Anahuaco&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;and&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;His Majesty, [[Sinchi Roca|Sinchi Roca I]], King of Nouvelle Alexandrie&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;desire for a diplomatic relationship and good understanding between them, underpinning further friendship between their respective countries, have agreed to the following articles of agreement: &#039;&#039;&amp;lt;/center&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;Article I – Peace and friendship&#039;&#039;&#039;&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
# The treaty establishes a firm and perpetual state of peace and friendly relations between the Anahuaco Empire and the Federation of Nouvelle Alexandrie. It encompasses their respective leaders, successors, and citizens, without discrimination.&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;Article II - Sovereignty and territorial integrity&#039;&#039;&#039;&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
# Each party pledges to respect the independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the other. They commit to developing and strengthening sincere friendship, good neighborliness, and comprehensive cooperation based on principles of equality and mutual benefit.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;&#039;Article III - Airspace&#039;&#039;&#039;&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
# The parties agree that overflight of their airspace by aircraft registered in the other party&#039;s territory, without intermediate landing, shall not be subject to customs or immigration regulations or the jurisdiction of third parties. The overflight approval is at the discretion of the overflown party.&lt;br /&gt;
# Prohibited airspace may be established by either party, strictly prohibiting overflight. The parties must inform each other about such airspace, and appropriate punitive measures may be taken against aircraft registered in the other party&#039;s territory.&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;Article IV – Diplomatic mission&#039;&#039;&#039;&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
# The parties commit to maintaining regular contacts on major international issues through meetings, exchanges of views between leading statesmen, official visits, and diplomatic channels.&lt;br /&gt;
# Each party shall provide an embassy to the other, including associated grounds, vehicles, and diplomatic immunity. Ambassadors and official delegations shall enjoy diplomatic immunity. The recognition and acceptance of ambassadors shall follow established procedures.&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;Article V - Recognition of bureaucracy&#039;&#039;&#039;&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
# Each party grants full faith and credit to public acts, records, contracts, and judicial proceedings in civil law matters, including those related to marriage, property, titles, death, and inheritance, provided they are conducted in accordance with the law.&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;Article VI - Cultural Exchange&#039;&#039;&#039;&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
# The High Contracting Parties recognize the importance of cultural exchange in fostering mutual understanding and friendship between their nations. They shall promote initiatives and opportunities for cultural exchange, particularly in the field of language and arts. As both nations share a common language, Martino, they shall encourage language programs, joint research projects, and cultural events to enhance linguistic and cultural ties.&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;Article VII - Military Cooperation&#039;&#039;&#039;&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
# The High Contracting Parties acknowledge the importance of maintaining regional stability and security. The High Contracting Parties shall engage in military cooperation, provide assistance, including the sale of weapons and military equipment, in their efforts to maintain peace and order in the region.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;&#039;Article VIII - Implementation and Review&#039;&#039;&#039;&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
# The High Contracting Parties shall oversee the implementation of this treaty and to periodically review its effectiveness. The High Contracting Parties shall meet regularly to discuss and address any issues that may arise, ensuring the smooth execution of the provisions outlined in this treaty.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;&#039;Article IX - Interpretation&#039;&#039;&#039;&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
# Any difference of interpretation of any Article or Articles of this Treaty which may arise between the High Contracting Parties will be settled bilaterally by peaceful means in a spirit of mutual respect and understanding.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;&#039;Article X - Ratification&#039;&#039;&#039;&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
# This Treaty enters into force upon its signature and ratification by Both High Contracting Parties in accordance with their respective domestic procedures.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Signed on XXXXXXX at [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]]:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
For the [[Anahuaco|Anahuaco Empire]]:&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;[[Fermin Mendoza Ruiz]]&#039;&#039;&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Prime minister of Anahuaco&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
For the [[Nouvelle Alexandrie|Federation of Nouvelle Alexandrie]]:&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;[[Maximinus Kerularios]]&#039;&#039;&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[[Department of State (Nouvelle Alexandrie)|Secretary of State of Nouvelle Alexandrie]]&lt;br /&gt;
}}&amp;lt;/div&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
== See also ==&lt;br /&gt;
* [[Foreign affairs of Nouvelle Alexandrie]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Treaties]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Anahuaco]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Pentecost%C3%A9s_Offensive&amp;diff=286651</id>
		<title>Pentecostés Offensive</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Pentecost%C3%A9s_Offensive&amp;diff=286651"/>
		<updated>2023-05-29T10:21:03Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: Created page with &amp;quot; The &amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;Pentecostés Offensive&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; is an ongoing military offensive launched by the Imperial Armed Forces of Anahuaco.  The operation&amp;#039;s goal is to stamp out a recently established Republicanos foothold on the western bank of the Rio Rojo.  ==Background== In mid-1719, the Imperial Government of Anahuaco became aware that the Republicanos had begun transporting supplies and personnel across the Rio Rojo to the north of Granaditas.  While the Republicano...&amp;quot;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
The &#039;&#039;&#039;Pentecostés Offensive&#039;&#039;&#039; is an ongoing military offensive launched by the [[Imperial Armed Forces of Anahuaco]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The operation&#039;s goal is to stamp out a recently established [[Republicanos]] foothold on the western bank of the Rio Rojo.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
In mid-1719, the Imperial Government of [[Anahuaco]] became aware that the [[Republicanos]] had begun transporting supplies and personnel across the Rio Rojo to the north of [[Granaditas]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While the Republicano movements took place entirely within [[The Green]], the Imperiali Government was acutely aware of its risks for the Empire. Establishing positions on the western bank of the river would allow Republicanos to launch raids anywhere along the river and strangle the river-bourne trade emanating from Guerrero.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Attempts to patrol the river and prevent crossings were unsuccessful, with night crossings particularly hard to detect over such a large expanse of territory.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With these considerations in mind, a decision was made to launch an offensive in 1720.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Scope==&lt;br /&gt;
While the Imperial Government was eager to prevent the Republicanos from establishing themselves on the western bank, the Empire did not want to be burdened with controlling the territory.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
For this reason, the [[Imperial Armed Forces of Anahuaco]] were instructed to prepare and execute a limited military operation to destroy the Republicano build-up on the far side of the river and deter future crossings.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==First phase==&lt;br /&gt;
On the morning of 29th May 1720, the [[Imperial Armed Forces of Anahuaco]] launched the first phase of their response. This phase consists of targeted air and missile strikes on known Republicano logistics and command hubs, while a long-range artillery barrage was launched from the east bank to keep Republicano forces pinned down.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Anahuaco]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: War]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Commonwealth_Men&amp;diff=286590</id>
		<title>Commonwealth Men</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Commonwealth_Men&amp;diff=286590"/>
		<updated>2023-05-28T09:16:31Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: Created page with &amp;quot;The &amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;Commonwealth Men&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; is a political and religious movement in the South Sea Islands. Founded in 1720, the movement&amp;#039;s primary goals are the abolition of the Monarchy of the South Sea Islands and the disestablishment of the Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden.  ==Background== Following the implosion of Nova England, the monarchy of the South Sea Islands ceased to be hereditary and mirrored the presidency of Mercury instead.  Without the h...&amp;quot;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;The &#039;&#039;&#039;Commonwealth Men&#039;&#039;&#039; is a political and religious movement in the [[South Sea Islands]].&lt;br /&gt;
Founded in 1720, the movement&#039;s primary goals are the abolition of the [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]] and the disestablishment of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
Following the implosion of [[Nova England]], the monarchy of the [[South Sea Islands]] ceased to be hereditary and mirrored the presidency of [[Mercury]] instead.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Without the historic loyalty to Nova England to underpin it, the monarchy in the Commonwealth became diminished in the eyes of many South Sea Islanders.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While Mercury was almost universally considered a friendly state and valued ally, and Islanders felt no animosity towards its President, the basis for the arrangement was generally viewed as tenuous.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Simultaneously, religious unrest began to brew among the population of the Commonwealth. A new prayer book issued by the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] in 1720 dismissed many historical aspects of worship in the islands as superstition.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
These changes led to calls for more freedom of worship in the islands and greater autonomy for individual congregations. Ultimately this unhappiness would manifest as a movement to disestablish the state religion.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Goals==&lt;br /&gt;
-The Commonwealth Men movement has three stated objectives:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
-The abolition of the [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]] and its replacement with a directly elected presidency. With this change, the Commonwealth would become a republic, and the constitutional monarchy would be removed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
-The abolition of the state religion and the disestablishment of the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]]. Church property would be transferred to the individual congregations, who would be provided autonomy to choose their methods of worship.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
-An overhaul of the electoral system, with the first past the post system replaced with proportional representation based on a party system.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
-A new constitution to cement the changes outlined above.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Support==&lt;br /&gt;
The Commonwealth Men&#039;s movement initially found little support among the [[South Sea Islands]] population. Many islanders had very little interaction with the national government, and, given the small resources available to the government, it didn&#039;t tend to intervene much in daily life.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
However, the 1720 prayer book issued by the [[Protestantse Kerk in de Zuidzee-eilanden]] galvanized support for the movement more generally. While the prayer book was not the work of the government, the Commonwealth Men succeeded in attaching their broader goals to the religious dissatisfaction felt by many islanders.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
By spring 1720, nearly 2000 islanders had become registered supporters of the Commonwealth Men, accounting for almost 20% of the Commonwealth&#039;s total population.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Methods==&lt;br /&gt;
The Commonwealth Men&#039;s movement is broadly split into two factions. The first, and by far the largest, is a politically moderate faction committed to bringing about change by standing in elections to the Legislative Assembly and bringing about change within the existing political framework.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
However, a minor second faction has called for more direct revolutionary action. This faction consists primarily of younger people and is ridiculed by many in broader society as calling for enacting the plotline to the hit TV show [[Polar Reds]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: South Sea Islands]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Polar_Reds&amp;diff=281945</id>
		<title>Polar Reds</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Polar_Reds&amp;diff=281945"/>
		<updated>2023-04-26T12:47:30Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;{{WIP}}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{{Italic title}}&lt;br /&gt;
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|+ style=&amp;quot;text-align:center; font-size:larger;&amp;quot; |&#039;&#039;&#039;Polar Reds&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
|+ style=&amp;quot;text-align:center; font-size:small;&amp;quot; |&#039;&#039;[[South Sea Islands Broadcasting Association | A SSIBA Production]]&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| colspan=&amp;quot;2&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;padding-bottom:1em;text-align:center;&amp;quot; | [[File:Polar reds.png|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Directed By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | Bert de Roos&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Produced By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | Charleen Avery&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Written By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | Hans van den Berg&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Starring&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; |  Wietse de Santis &amp;lt;br&amp;gt; Marcel Gomez&amp;lt;br&amp;gt; Sebastian Clemens&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Music By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; |  Allegra Van Bokhoven&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Cinematography &#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | Ingrid Hardwick&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Edited By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | Ingrid Post&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Production Company&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | [[South Sea Islands Broadcasting Association]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Distributed By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | [[South Sea Islands Broadcasting Association]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Release Date&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | 25-04-1717&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Episodes&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | 4 series, 8 episodes each&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Language&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | [[Britannic Istvanistani]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Budget&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | 15,000 South Sea Denarii&lt;br /&gt;
|}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
‘’’Polar Reds’’’ is a 32-episode television programme created by the [[South Sea Islands Broadcasting Association]]. The program is split into four series, consisting of eight episodes each.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The program is set in a dystopian future and follows the lives of six residents of the [[South Sea Islands]] as they face the trials and tribulations of their new circumstances.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Plot==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Red Solar is set in the year 1725, in a dystopian version of the near future in which the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] has been overthrown and replaced with an ideological Communist regime.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In the program, a revolutionary minority in the Commonwealth uses the election of a new president of [[Mercury]] as a pretext to ‘democratize’ the South Sea Islands monarchy.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Told through the lives of five individuals, with disparate views regarding the legitimacy of the revolt, Red Polar examines the actions and reactions that steer events under the new system.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Characters==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While a host of characters appear in the show, the plot follows the lives of 5 primary characters, with the storyline focusing on their experiences with the new Communist regime. Each character is described briefly below, in order of appearance in the first episode.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Francis de Lange===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As an ideological convert to Communism, Francis de Lange is heavily involved in the overthrow of the constitutional monarchy in the opening scenes of series 1, episode 1. We’re introduced to Francis as he breaks through the glass doors of Government House in [[Joseph Town]], and we see his transformation from street revolutionary to low-level functionary within the new regime.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
De Lange’s struggles to justify the regime’s actions over time, and the interplay between his beliefs and the realities of his life, dominate his character’s storyline.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Josephine Baas===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As a maid and mail clerk at Government House, Josephine Baas is a mild-mannered social conservative, largely disinterested in the politics and processes of her employer. While she barely engages with matters of governance under the constitutional monarchy, she finds herself enraged by the excesses of the new regime, particularly following their ransacking of Government House in the first episode.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Over time Josephine Baas becomes an informant and spy for a counter-revolutionary movement within the Commonwealth.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Gordon Middleton===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As a farmer in a remote region of [[The Camp]], Middleton is seen to be broadly unaffected by the actions of the pre-revolutionary government. Living on a self-sufficient farm with no visible neighbours and no public services, Middleton is a widower caring for a large sheep farm and his teenage daughter.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As the storyline progresses and the Communist overthrow of the government takes place, George Middleton’s farm becomes caught up in plans to communalise agriculture. In a dramatic scene at the end of series 1, Middleton shoots and kills a government functionary and is seen trying to hide his crime.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Jan Vandervelde===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
An initially enthusiastic supporter of the constitutional monarchy, Jan Vandervelde is a primary school teacher in [[Joseph Town]]. In his early appearances on the show, Vandervelde is seen trying to undermine the education policies of the new regime and shield his class from what he sees as state propaganda.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
However, as he begins to receive offers of promotion, financial bonuses and higher salaries from the new regime, Vandervelde begins to question his long-held beliefs.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Pieter Schaafsma===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As the captain of a domestic ferry operating between [[Zuid-Richel]] and [[Joseph Town]], Pieter Schaafsma is held at gunpoint in the first episode, as revolutionaries hijack his ferry as part of a campaign to severe communication links.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Following this initial trauma, Schaafsma is seen to continue his job and family life as normal under the new regime. However, in the middle of series 2, he is seen absconding with his family, taking the ferry and sailing for [[Craitland]] with the hope of claiming political asylum.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: South Sea Islands]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Television]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Polar_Reds&amp;diff=281944</id>
		<title>Polar Reds</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Polar_Reds&amp;diff=281944"/>
		<updated>2023-04-26T12:45:22Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;{{WIP}}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{{Italic title}}&lt;br /&gt;
{| class=&amp;quot;infobox&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;float:right;border:2px solid #dfdfdf; background-color:#f8f8ff;;font-size:90%;clear:right;&amp;quot; cellspacing=&amp;quot;5&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
|+ style=&amp;quot;text-align:center; font-size:larger;&amp;quot; |&#039;&#039;&#039;Polar Reds&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
|+ style=&amp;quot;text-align:center; font-size:small;&amp;quot; |&#039;&#039;[[South Sea Islands Broadcasting Association | A SSIBA Production]]&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| colspan=&amp;quot;2&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;padding-bottom:1em;text-align:center;&amp;quot; | [[File:Polar reds.png|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Directed By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | Bert de Roos&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Produced By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | Charleen Avery&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Written By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | Hans van den Berg&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Starring&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; |  Wietse de Santis &amp;lt;br&amp;gt; Marcel Gomez&amp;lt;br&amp;gt; Sebastian Clemens&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Music By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; |  Allegra Van Bokhoven&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Cinematography &#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | Ingrid Hardwick&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Edited By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | Ingrid Post&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Production Company&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | [[South Sea Islands Broadcasting Association]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Distributed By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | [[South Sea Islands Broadcasting Association]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Release Date&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | 25-04-1717&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Episodes&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | 4 series, 8 episodes each&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Language&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | [[Britannic Istvanistani]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Budget&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | 15,000 South Sea Denarii&lt;br /&gt;
|}&lt;br /&gt;
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‘’’Polar Reds’’’ is a 32-episode television programme created by the [[South Sea Island Broadcasting Association]]. The program is split into four series, consisting of eight episodes each.&lt;br /&gt;
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The program is set in a dystopian future and follows the lives of six residents of the [[South Sea Islands]] as they face the trials and tribulations of their new circumstances.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Plot==&lt;br /&gt;
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Red Solar is set in the year 1725, in a dystopian version of the near future in which the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] has been overthrown and replaced with an ideological Communist regime.&lt;br /&gt;
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In the program, a revolutionary minority in the Commonwealth uses the election of a new president of [[Mercury]] as a pretext to ‘democratize’ the South Sea Islands monarchy.&lt;br /&gt;
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Told through the lives of five individuals, with disparate views regarding the legitimacy of the revolt, Red Polar examines the actions and reactions that steer events under the new system.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Characters==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While a host of characters appear in the show, the plot follows the lives of 5 primary characters, with the storyline focusing on their experiences with the new Communist regime. Each character is described briefly below, in order of appearance in the first episode.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Francis de Lange===&lt;br /&gt;
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As an ideological convert to Communism, Francis de Lange is heavily involved in the overthrow of the constitutional monarchy in the opening scenes of series 1, episode 1. We’re introduced to Francis as he breaks through the glass doors of Government House in [[Joseph Town]], and we see his transformation from street revolutionary to low-level functionary within the new regime.&lt;br /&gt;
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De Lange’s struggles to justify the regime’s actions over time, and the interplay between his beliefs and the realities of his life, dominate his character’s storyline.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Josephine Baas===&lt;br /&gt;
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As a maid and mail clerk at Government House, Josephine Baas is a mild-mannered social conservative, largely disinterested in the politics and processes of her employer. While she barely engages with matters of governance under the constitutional monarchy, she finds herself enraged by the excesses of the new regime, particularly following their ransacking of Government House in the first episode.&lt;br /&gt;
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Over time Josephine Baas becomes an informant and spy for a counter-revolutionary movement within the Commonwealth.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Gordon Middleton===&lt;br /&gt;
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As a farmer in a remote region of [[The Camp]], Middleton is seen to be broadly unaffected by the actions of the pre-revolutionary government. Living on a self-sufficient farm with no visible neighbours and no public services, Middleton is a widower caring for a large sheep farm and his teenage daughter.&lt;br /&gt;
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As the storyline progresses and the Communist overthrow of the government takes place, George Middleton’s farm becomes caught up in plans to communalise agriculture. In a dramatic scene at the end of series 1, Middleton shoots and kills a government functionary and is seen trying to hide his crime.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Jan Vandervelde===&lt;br /&gt;
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An initially enthusiastic supporter of the constitutional monarchy, Jan Vandervelde is a primary school teacher in [[Joseph Town]]. In his early appearances on the show, Vandervelde is seen trying to undermine the education policies of the new regime and shield his class from what he sees as state propaganda.&lt;br /&gt;
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However, as he begins to receive offers of promotion, financial bonuses and higher salaries from the new regime, Vandervelde begins to question his long-held beliefs.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Pieter Schaafsma===&lt;br /&gt;
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As the captain of a domestic ferry operating between [[Zuid-Richel]] and [[Joseph Town]], Pieter Schaafsma is held at gunpoint in the first episode, as revolutionaries hijack his ferry as part of a campaign to severe communication links.&lt;br /&gt;
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Following this initial trauma, Schaafsma is seen to continue his job and family life as normal under the new regime. However, in the middle of series 2, he is seen absconding with his family, taking the ferry and sailing for [[Craitland]] with the hope of claiming political asylum.&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Polar_Reds&amp;diff=281909</id>
		<title>Polar Reds</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Polar_Reds&amp;diff=281909"/>
		<updated>2023-04-25T19:12:44Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: Created page with &amp;quot;{{WIP}}  {{Italic title}} {| class=&amp;quot;infobox&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;float:right;border:2px solid #dfdfdf; background-color:#f8f8ff;;font-size:90%;clear:right;&amp;quot; cellspacing=&amp;quot;5&amp;quot; |+ style=&amp;quot;text-align:center; font-size:larger;&amp;quot; |&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;Polar Reds&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; |+ style=&amp;quot;text-align:center; font-size:small;&amp;quot; |&amp;#039;&amp;#039; A SSIBA Production&amp;#039;&amp;#039; |- | colspan=&amp;quot;2&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;padding-bottom:1em;text-align:center;&amp;quot; | 200px |- | style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; t...&amp;quot;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;{{WIP}}&lt;br /&gt;
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{{Italic title}}&lt;br /&gt;
{| class=&amp;quot;infobox&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;float:right;border:2px solid #dfdfdf; background-color:#f8f8ff;;font-size:90%;clear:right;&amp;quot; cellspacing=&amp;quot;5&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
|+ style=&amp;quot;text-align:center; font-size:larger;&amp;quot; |&#039;&#039;&#039;Polar Reds&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
|+ style=&amp;quot;text-align:center; font-size:small;&amp;quot; |&#039;&#039;[[South Sea Islands Broadcasting Association | A SSIBA Production]]&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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| colspan=&amp;quot;2&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;padding-bottom:1em;text-align:center;&amp;quot; | [[File:Polar reds.png|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Directed By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | Bert de Roos&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Produced By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | Charleen Avery&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Written By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | Hans van den Berg&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Starring&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; |  Wietse de Santis &amp;lt;br&amp;gt; Marcel Gomez&amp;lt;br&amp;gt; Sebastian Clemens&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Music By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; |  Allegra Van Bokhoven&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Cinematography &#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | Ingrid Hardwick&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Edited By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | Ingrid Post&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Production Company&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | [[South Sea Islands Broadcasting Association]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Distributed By&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | [[South Sea Islands Broadcasting Association]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Release Date&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | 25-04-1717&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Episodes&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | 4 series, 8 episodes each&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Language&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | [[Britannic Istvanistani]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: right;&amp;quot; | &#039;&#039;&#039;Budget&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
| style=&amp;quot;vertical-align: top; text-align: left;&amp;quot; | 15,000 South Sea Denarii&lt;br /&gt;
|}&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:Polar_reds.png&amp;diff=281904</id>
		<title>File:Polar reds.png</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:Polar_reds.png&amp;diff=281904"/>
		<updated>2023-04-25T18:22:35Z</updated>

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	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Sierra_del_Sur&amp;diff=281868</id>
		<title>Sierra del Sur</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Sierra_del_Sur&amp;diff=281868"/>
		<updated>2023-04-24T19:00:20Z</updated>

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| name                    = Sierra del Sur National Park&lt;br /&gt;
| native_name             = Parque Nacional Aierra del Sur&lt;br /&gt;
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| map_caption             = A lowland area of the Sierra del Sur mountain range.&lt;br /&gt;
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| subdivision_name        = {{team flag|Anahuaco}}&lt;br /&gt;
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| seat                    = [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]]&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;Sierra del Sur&#039;&#039;&#039; is a mountain range and national park located in central [[Anahuaco]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The mountain range begins in [[The Green]] north of [[Pavón]] State and runs south, before splitting into two branches, running either side of [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]] before petering out towards the empire&#039;s southern coast. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The length of the range, as well as its varying altitude, mean that it encompasses a range of climates and ecosystems. The national park includes desert, upland, and coastal climates. The unique environments created by the mountains harbour unique plant and animal species. This uniqueness led to the mountain range being declared the nation&#039;s first national park.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Highest Point==&lt;br /&gt;
The highest peak in the range is El Cerro Del Guaymas, which stands at 3421m above sea level. The peak is located approximately 200km north of [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]]. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The height of the mountain, which is relatively unique in eastern [[Keltia]], draws thousands of climbers and tourists each year. While El Cerro Del Guaymas is considered comparatively easy to climb compared to other mountains of its height, fatalities do occur on a semi-regular basis, with even experienced climbers sometimes struggling with the mountain&#039;s hostile climate.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In addition to climbers, El Cerro Del Guaymas also attracts casual hikers, who make use of the national park&#039;s walking trails in the mountain&#039;s foothills. Small airlines based in [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]] offer flights to see the mountain from the comfort of an aircraft, for those less inclined to undertake physical activity.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Nature==&lt;br /&gt;
The national park designation was granted in recognition of the area&#039;s varied and pristine natural environment. Despite this, different parts of the park offer different levels of environmental integrity. Several cities fall within the boundaries of the national park, including the empire&#039;s capital, and these cities are exempt from the stringent environmental protections that govern the rest of the park. Despite this, environmental contamination, including water, air, and light pollution continue to cause damage outside of the urban environment.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Climate highlights of the national park include desert ecosystems and upland fine forests. The national park&#039;s logo depicts a black pigmy scorpion, which is found only in the north of the Sierra del Sur.&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Sierra_del_Sur&amp;diff=281867</id>
		<title>Sierra del Sur</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Sierra_del_Sur&amp;diff=281867"/>
		<updated>2023-04-24T18:52:55Z</updated>

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| native_name             = Parque Nacional Aierra del Sur&lt;br /&gt;
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| image_map               = 20221113 133326.jpg&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;Sierra del Sur&#039;&#039;&#039; is a mountain range and national park located in central [[Anahuaco]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The mountain range begins in [[The Green]] north of [[Pavón]] State and runs south, before splitting into two branches, running either side of [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]] before petering out towards the empire&#039;s southern coast. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The length of the range, as well as its varying altitude, mean that it encompasses a range of climates and ecosystems. The national park includes desert, upland, and coastal climates. The unique environments created by the mountains harbour unique plant and animal species. This uniqueness led to the mountain range being declared the nation&#039;s first national park.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Highest Point==&lt;br /&gt;
The highest peak in the range is El Cerro Del Guaymas, which stands at 3421m above sea level. The peak is located approximately 200km north of [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]]. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The height of the mountain, which is relatively unique in eastern [[Keltia]], draws thousands of climbers and tourists each year. While El Cerro Del Guaymas is considered comparatively easy to climb compared to other mountains of its height, fatalities do occur on a semi-regular basis, with even experienced climbers sometimes struggling with the mountain&#039;s hostile climate.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In addition to climbers, El Cerro Del Guaymas also attracts casual hikers, who make use of the national park&#039;s walking trails in the mountain&#039;s foothills. Small airlines based in [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]] offer flights to see the mountain from the comfort of an aircraft, for those less inclined to undertake physical activity.&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Sierra_del_Sur&amp;diff=281865</id>
		<title>Sierra del Sur</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Sierra_del_Sur&amp;diff=281865"/>
		<updated>2023-04-24T18:45:53Z</updated>

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| anthem                  = &lt;br /&gt;
| image_map               = 20221113 133326.jpg&lt;br /&gt;
| map_alt                 = 250px&lt;br /&gt;
| map_caption             = A lowland area of the Sierra del Sur mountain range.&lt;br /&gt;
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| subdivision_name        = {{team flag|Anahuaco}}&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;&#039;Sierra del Sur&#039;&#039;&#039; is a mountain range and national park located in central [[Anahuaco]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The mountain range begins in [[The Green]] north of [[Pavón]] State and runs south, before splitting into two branches, running either side of [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]] before petering out towards the empire&#039;s southern coast. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The length of the range, as well as its varying altitude, mean that it encompasses a range of climates and ecosystems. The national park includes desert, upland, and coastal climates. The unique environments created by the mountains harbour unique plant and animal species. This uniqueness led to the mountain range being declared the nation&#039;s first national park.&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:20221113_133326.jpg&amp;diff=281864</id>
		<title>File:20221113 133326.jpg</title>
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		<updated>2023-04-24T18:36:22Z</updated>

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	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Estado_de_Anahuaco&amp;diff=281863</id>
		<title>Estado de Anahuaco</title>
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		<updated>2023-04-24T18:25:49Z</updated>

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| name                    = Anahuaco State&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;Anahuaco State&#039;&#039;&#039; (Martino: &#039;&#039;Estado de Anahuaco&#039;&#039;) is the largest and most populous state of [[Anahuaco]], and is also home to the capital city, Ciudad de Anahuaco. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Famous for its mountainous terrain, high altitude, fertile farmland and upland freshwater lakes, the state is considered to be the cradle and critical cornerstone of the Anahuacan Empire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==History==&lt;br /&gt;
Dating back to the [[Anahuaco#Pre-Aanahuaco|pre-Anahuaco]] era, the territory of Anahuaco State has always played a pivotal role in the history of the region. The empire&#039;s capital, Ciudad de Anahuaco, has a long history that predates the arrival of the Martino-speaking population. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Since being founded sometime around the year 700, the city&#039;s position in the midst of the rich, fertile uplands has made it a key trading post, with many traditional transit routes converging in the area. While little is known about the early history of the settlement, archaeological remains indicate that the area was home to intensive agriculture, as well as thriving trade in agricultural tools and produce. The remains of several significant storehouses have been of particular note, containing hundreds of clay storage vessels, as well as coins and other metal objects.&lt;br /&gt;
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The state around Ciudad de Anahuaco has been intensively farmed over the centuries, with moderate and predictable weather, as well abundant rainfall, making it ideal for growing sustenance crops as well as a variety of fruits. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The establishment of [[Anahuaco#Ciudad_Grande|Ciudad Grande]] cemented the region&#039;s prominence, making it the logical capital region when Anahuaco was created in its modern form.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Government==&lt;br /&gt;
In common with all the states of Anahuaco, Anahuaco State directly elects a state legislature using a proportional voting system, with universal suffrage for citizens over the age of 16.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The head of the state government is a governor appointed by the Emperor. The current Governor of Estado de Anahuaco is Juan Manuel Martinez. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Unique among the states of the empire, the state government of Anahuaco does not govern the entire territory of the state. This is because, while Ciudad de Anahuaco falls within the boundaries of the state, it is governed as a federal territory under the jurisdiction of a council made up of the governors of each of the five states.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Geography==&lt;br /&gt;
The geography of the state is dominated by the Sierra del Sur mountain range, the two branches of which create a natural border for the state on the north, east and west sides. Between the two branches of the mountain range, a high plateau stands at 2000m above sea level. Much of the state&#039;s usable land stands on this plateau, including Ciudad de Anahuaco. On either side of the plateau, mountain peaks are visible on clear days.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The highest mountain in the empire, El Cerro Del Guaymas, stands at 3421m and can be found in the far north of Anahuaco State.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Culture==&lt;br /&gt;
As the capital of the Empire, Ciudad de Anuhuaco is home to a wide range of nationally renowned cultural institutions. These include the national opera house, natural history, art and military museums, as well as a cluster of privately run collections. In addition to these traditional cultural institutions, the city is home to a thriving music and street art scene, with up and coming artists from across the Empire choosing to make their homes in the city.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The result is a culturally sophisticated city, which is sometimes derided as pretentious by those living elsewhere in the Empire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Issues==&lt;br /&gt;
Due to the city&#039;s large, dense population and poor enforcement of planning regulations, Ciudad de Anahuaco suffers from a range of problems. The city&#039;s rudimentary public transport system, which consists of one metro line and a patchwork of privately operated bus companies, has resulted in crippling traffic congestion in much of the city. While the historic centre has traffic control measures in place, as well as large pedestrianised areas, the rest of the city routinely suffers from gridlock. Coupled with the city&#039;s low average income, and the older cars that result from it, this has given rise to high levels of air pollution, with a visible smog hanging over the city on most days.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Many of the city&#039;s other problems (including unreliable waste collection and lackluster emergency services) stem from this fundamental problem. As a result of this, the city&#039;s governing council has made it a priority to resolve the city&#039;s traffic problems by developing comprehensive public transport. &lt;br /&gt;
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[[Category:Anahuaco]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Republicanos_Anahuacanos&amp;diff=275163</id>
		<title>Republicanos Anahuacanos</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Republicanos_Anahuacanos&amp;diff=275163"/>
		<updated>2023-02-19T20:03:47Z</updated>

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|align=center colspan=2 | &amp;lt;center&amp;gt;&#039;&#039;&#039;Republicanos Anahuacanos&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
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|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Description:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| Insurgent group&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Created:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| 13th February 1705&lt;br /&gt;
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|&#039;&#039;&#039;Area of operation:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| [[Anahuaco]]&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;Republicanos Anahuacanos&#039;&#039;&#039; ([[Britannic Istvanistani]]: Anahuacano Republicans) is a militant insurgent group and former combatant in the [[Anahuacano Civil War]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With a history dating back to before the creation of the modern Empire of [[Anahuaco]] the Republicanos began an insurgency campaign after their defeat during the civil war. While the group initially declared the birth of a republic in [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]], their activities are now largely confined to the border areas of [[Granaditas]] and [[Pavón]] states as well as some areas of [[The Green]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==History==&lt;br /&gt;
===Government===&lt;br /&gt;
The Republicanos movement can be traced back to the birth of Anahuaco as a nation, with the [[Anahuacano_Civil_War#Ciudad_Grande_Declaration|Ciudad Grande Declaration]] being the moment a coherent republican group formed within the nation&#039;s ruling class. The Republicanos were considered by many to be the architects of the declaration, with the form of government it established broadly following republic principles.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
During the early months of Anhuaco&#039;s existence, Republicanos controlled the government, and initially had some success in unifying the Ciudad Grande region as part of a single nation. However this government, and many that followed it, would not exert control over the entirety of the national territory.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Civil War===&lt;br /&gt;
Despite some early successes following the outbreak of civil war in Anahuaco, the Republicanos failed to mobilize popular support behind the government, and the group quickly found itself outgunned and outmanned by the opposing Imperialista faction.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
During the war, Republicano leader Roberto Sanchez proved to be a charismatic and determined leader, which allowed the group to continue even after the crushing defeat at the hands of the Imperialistas at the [[Anahuacano_Civil_War#Second_battle_of_Guerrero|Second_battle_of_Guerrero]]. As the conflict draw to a close, Sanchez fled into hiding, and fermented the insurgent group that exists today, with the remnants of the Republicano army as a basis.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Insurgency===&lt;br /&gt;
Since the end of the civil war, the Republicanos have launched a string of attacks against state authorities, with limited success. Targets have included police stations, army patrols, post offices, and municipal offices. The groups tactic typically consist of ambushes with firearms, although remotely detonated explosive devices have also been used ast times.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Anahuaco]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Terrorism]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Southern_Integrated_Transport_Enterprises&amp;diff=275156</id>
		<title>Southern Integrated Transport Enterprises</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Southern_Integrated_Transport_Enterprises&amp;diff=275156"/>
		<updated>2023-02-19T19:44:15Z</updated>

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&lt;div&gt;{{Infobox company&lt;br /&gt;
|name = Southern Integrated Transport Enterprises&lt;br /&gt;
|logo = [[File:SITE logo.png|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
|type = State-owned&lt;br /&gt;
|industry = Ferry transport &amp;lt;br&amp;gt; Bus network &amp;lt;br&amp;gt; Aviation&lt;br /&gt;
|foundation = 1717 AN&lt;br /&gt;
|location_city = [[Zuid-Richel]]&lt;br /&gt;
|location_country = [[South Sea Islands]]&lt;br /&gt;
|products = &lt;br /&gt;
| area_served = [[South Sea Islands]]&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;Southern Integrated Transport Enterprises&#039;&#039;&#039;, more commonly known by the acronym &#039;&#039;&#039;SITE&#039;&#039;&#039; is a state-owned public transport provider based in the [[South Sea Islands]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
SITE was created in 1717 AN, following longstanding criticism among islanders that the Commonwealth&#039;s transport infrastructure was fragmented, making it more difficult to travel both domestically and internationally. The company is the national airline of the South Sea Islands, operating from the Commonwealth&#039;s only international airport: South Seas International.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Ferry Services==&lt;br /&gt;
SITE&#039;s most used service is the twice daily return ferry service between [[Zuid-Richel]] Seaport and [[Joseph Town]], the nation&#039;s capital. The service is considered to be critical national infrastructure, constituting the only regular link between [[Grand Wulfram]] and [[Trinity Island]]. The ferries transport passengers, vehicles, and supplies including medicines and foodstuffs. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Particularly during winter when extreme cold weather grips [[Trinity Island]], the ferry provides a lifeline, transporting fuel and food to the island from the more temperature [[Grand Wulfram]] Island. During the winter month, the [[South Sea Islands Defence Force]] provides icebreaking services to allow the ferry to keep running despite frequent sea ice. In times of international tension, ferries may also be escorted by military vessels to ensure safety.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
SITE operates two ferry vessels- Polar Conveyor and Southern Horizon.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Aviation==&lt;br /&gt;
The company&#039;s aviation activities cover a broad range of responsibilities, including domestic and international passenger travel, air freight, and medical evacuation. Due to the Commonwealth&#039;s modest size and budget, SITE leases larger aircraft from foreign carriers. The company owns a range of smaller, two engine prop aircraft, which are used for domestic transport and medical evacuation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While South Seas International is the Commonwealth&#039;s only full-sized airport, the smaller aircraft can make use of a network of grass landing strips, which are maintained in the vicinity of major settlements, including [[Joseph Town]]. SITE&#039;s pilots are widely admired in the aviation industry for their ability to operate in a hostile climate, with often volatile weather.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Other public transport==&lt;br /&gt;
SITE operates a range of other public transport services, including buses, taxis, shared cars and shared bicycles. Due to the small size of the Commonwealth, and associated small population, these services are heavily subsidized by the national government.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While a regular bus service operates in [[Joseph Town]] and [[Zuid-Richel]], more rural settlements rely on a &amp;quot;dial a ride&amp;quot;  bus service.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Since the foundation of SITE, the car share scheme has become particularly well utilized. The lack of a domestic car production industry has meant that many islanders drove extremely old models, and were therefore amenable to idea of more modern, shared cars. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[category:South Sea Islands]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Companies]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Southern_Integrated_Transport_Enterprises&amp;diff=275154</id>
		<title>Southern Integrated Transport Enterprises</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Southern_Integrated_Transport_Enterprises&amp;diff=275154"/>
		<updated>2023-02-19T19:36:49Z</updated>

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&lt;div&gt;{{Infobox company&lt;br /&gt;
|name = Southern Integrated Transport Enterprises&lt;br /&gt;
|logo = [[File:SITE logo.png|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
|type = State-owned&lt;br /&gt;
|industry = Ferry transport &amp;lt;br&amp;gt; Bus network &amp;lt;br&amp;gt; Aviation&lt;br /&gt;
|foundation = 1717 AN&lt;br /&gt;
|location_city = [[Zuid-Richel]]&lt;br /&gt;
|location_country = [[South Sea Islands]]&lt;br /&gt;
|products = &lt;br /&gt;
| area_served = [[South Sea Islands]]&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;&#039;Southern Integrated Transport Enterprises&#039;&#039;&#039;, more commonly known by the acronym &#039;&#039;&#039;SITE&#039;&#039;&#039; is a state-owned public transport provider based in the [[South Sea Islands]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
SITE was created in 1717 AN, following longstanding criticism among islanders that the Commonwealth&#039;s transport infrastructure was fragmented, making it more difficult to travel both domestically and internationally. The company is the national airline of the South Sea Islands, operating from the Commonwealth&#039;s only international airport: South Seas International.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Ferry Services==&lt;br /&gt;
SITE&#039;s most used service is the twice daily return ferry service between [[Zuid-Richel]] Seaport and [[Joseph Town]], the nation&#039;s capital. The service is considered to be critical national infrastructure, constituting the only regular link between [[Grand Wulfram]] and [[Trinity Island]]. The ferries transport passengers, vehicles, and supplies including medicines and foodstuffs. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Particularly during winter when extreme cold weather grips [[Trinity Island]], the ferry provides a lifeline, transporting fuel and food to the island from the more temperature [[Grand Wulfram]] Island. During the winter month, the [[South Sea Islands Defence Force]] provides icebreaking services to allow the ferry to keep running despite frequent sea ice. In times of international tension, ferries may also be escorted by military vessels to ensure safety.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
SITE operates two ferry vessels- Polar Conveyor and Southern Horizon.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[category:South Sea Islands]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Companies]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Southern_Integrated_Transport_Enterprises&amp;diff=275151</id>
		<title>Southern Integrated Transport Enterprises</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Southern_Integrated_Transport_Enterprises&amp;diff=275151"/>
		<updated>2023-02-19T19:27:09Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: Created page with &amp;quot;{{Infobox company |name = Southern Integrated Transport Enterprises |logo = 200px |type = State-owned |industry = Ferry transport &amp;lt;br&amp;gt; Bus network &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;...&amp;quot;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;{{Infobox company&lt;br /&gt;
|name = Southern Integrated Transport Enterprises&lt;br /&gt;
|logo = [[File:SITE logo.png|200px]]&lt;br /&gt;
|type = State-owned&lt;br /&gt;
|industry = Ferry transport &amp;lt;br&amp;gt; Bus network &amp;lt;br&amp;gt; Aviation&lt;br /&gt;
|foundation = 1717 AN&lt;br /&gt;
|location_city = [[Zuid-Richel]]&lt;br /&gt;
|location_country = [[South Sea Islands]]&lt;br /&gt;
|products = &lt;br /&gt;
| area_served = [[South Sea Islands]]&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;&#039;Southern Integrated Transport Enterprises&#039;&#039;&#039;, more commonly known by the acronym &#039;&#039;&#039;SITE&#039;&#039;&#039; is a state-owned public transport provider based in the [[South Sea Islands]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
SITE was created in 1717 AN, following longstanding criticism among islanders that the Commonwealth&#039;s transport infrastructure was fragmented, making it more difficult to travel both domestically and internationally. The company is the national airline of the South Sea Islands, operating from the Commonwealth&#039;s only international airport: South Seas International.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[category:South Sea Islands]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Companies]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:SITE_logo.png&amp;diff=275150</id>
		<title>File:SITE logo.png</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:SITE_logo.png&amp;diff=275150"/>
		<updated>2023-02-19T19:20:34Z</updated>

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&lt;div&gt;Southern transport logo&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Partido_Liberal_Anahuacano&amp;diff=271230</id>
		<title>Partido Liberal Anahuacano</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Partido_Liberal_Anahuacano&amp;diff=271230"/>
		<updated>2023-01-25T15:27:05Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: Created page with &amp;quot;The &amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;Anahuaco Liberal Party&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; (Martino: &amp;#039;&amp;#039;Partido Liberal Anahuacano&amp;#039;&amp;#039;) is a poltical party founded in Anahuaco in the year 1700.  The party is the...&amp;quot;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;The &#039;&#039;&#039;Anahuaco Liberal Party&#039;&#039;&#039; ([[Martino language|Martino]]: &#039;&#039;Partido Liberal Anahuacano&#039;&#039;) is a poltical party founded in [[Anahuaco]] in the year 1700.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The party is the oldest political party still in existence in Anahuaco, having been formed prior to the establishment of the modern Empire. The Liberal Party consistently takes part in governing coalition and has been the largest party in the [[Congreso Honorable del Imperio]] on several occasions. It currently holds 127 seats in the 500 seat congress.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Ideology==&lt;br /&gt;
Throughout its history, the party has shifted positions on the political spectrum repeatedly. Having been founded as a socially conservative, economically liberal party, the Liberals have traditionally been seen as centrist. In recent times, the party has positioned itself on the center left of the spectrum, supporting limited government intervention in the economy and tax reforms to fund education.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Priorities==&lt;br /&gt;
The Liberal Party has consistently argued for a hardline military stance against the [[Republicanos Anahuacanos]], supporting the ongoing campaign to enforce state control over the full territories of the Empire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The party, as its name suggests, pursues progressive liberal social policies, including supporting rights for LGBT individuals and Las Originales (the indigenous peoples of the territories now controlled by Anahuaco). Additionally, the party is known to strongly support increased education spending, arguing that the national economy needs to transition away from agriculture and heavy industry.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The Liberals advocates for community cohesion, supporting planning reforms and integration programs to promote mixed income level communities.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Electoral Support==&lt;br /&gt;
While the party consistently performs well in national elections, the level of support they receive differs widely based on geographical location. The party&#039;s supporters are heavily concentrated in big cities, particularly [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Politics]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Political parties]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Anahuaco]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Ferrocarril_Pav%C3%B3n_al_Golfo_de_Taylor&amp;diff=265814</id>
		<title>Ferrocarril Pavón al Golfo de Taylor</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Ferrocarril_Pav%C3%B3n_al_Golfo_de_Taylor&amp;diff=265814"/>
		<updated>2022-12-09T15:47:21Z</updated>

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|align=center colspan=2 | &amp;lt;center&amp;gt;&#039;&#039;&#039;Pavón-Taylor Bay Railway&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|align=center colspan=2 | [[File:Anahuaco train.png|thumb|Train carriages of the Pago Express, viewed from the station building in San Miguel el Grande]]&lt;br /&gt;
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|&#039;&#039;&#039;Location:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| [[Pavón]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Date of birth:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| [[Anahuaco]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Type:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| Passenger and freight railway&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| align=center colspan=2 |&lt;br /&gt;
|}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;&#039;El Ferrocarril Pavón al Golfo de Taylor&#039;&#039;&#039; (Istvanistani: &#039;&#039;the Pavón-Taylor Bay Railway&#039;&#039;), otherwise known as the &#039;&#039;&#039;Pago Express&#039;&#039;&#039; is a passenger railway and tourist attraction located in north eastern [[Anahuaco]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The line connects San Miguel el Grande, the capital city of [[Pavón]] state, with Taylor Bay. While the railway connection was originally built to allow the inland city&#039;s businesses to access to the port of Aldama, the scenic and mountainous route made the line an instant hit with tourists in the region.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==El Pago Express==&lt;br /&gt;
The line itself has become synonymous with the famed tourist train, nicknamed El Pago Express. The name is derived from the Martino names for the route: &#039;&#039;&#039;Pa&#039;&#039;&#039;vón and el &#039;&#039;&#039;Go&#039;&#039;&#039;lfo de Taylor.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==The route==&lt;br /&gt;
Starting at the Taylor Bay end of the route, passengers find themselves in the bustling port city of Aldama. The port is the northernmost city in [[Anahuaco]] and is famed for its seafood, coastal farmlands and unique music scene. Separated from [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]] by barren, mountainous terrain, the area has developed a distinct culture, with domestic tourists favoring the region for its warm but hospitable climate.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While the first couple of hours of a journey on El Pago offers views of farmlands, the landscape quickly begins to change, as the line begin its ascent into the foothills of the Sierra del Sur mountain range. The first of five spectacular bridges carries trains over the north Pavón reservoir, which provides drinking water and irrigation to much of the state.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:El Quelite.png|thumb|left|The rudimentary station in El Quelite, the main tourist destination on the route.]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As the train continues to climb, the landscape gradually becomes more arid, with farmlands giving way to expanses of dry earth and cactuses. Passing through countless tunnels, the line eventually climbs to its highest point, 2500 meters above both sea level and the station at Aldama. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hereafter, the train begins its descent, with lush pine forests, vast canyons, and high peaks dominating the landscape. Many tourists on the route choose to disembark at the small town of  El Quelite, famed for its Originales culture and stunning canyons. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As the train enters the last stage of its route, the landscape gradually becomes drier and drier, before reaching the state capital, San Miguel el Grande. The city is well-known for its colonial architectural style and many churches, with numerous spires coming into view during the last twenty minutes of the 10-hour journey.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Construction==&lt;br /&gt;
Construction of the railway began in 1708, with the state government financing and promoting the project as a way of better unifying the state, as well as promoting economic development in inland areas. While the arid inland areas of the state had abundant natural resources, including lumber, ores, and precious metals, industrialists struggled to access international markets due to transport difficulties. Remedying these difficulties was the catalyst for constructing the line.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The project began on the coastal plains, with rapid progress being made across the flat terrain. As the line reached the foothills of the mountains, complications began, with the route requiring workers to blast or dig through numerous mountain spurs and rocky outcrops, creating a total of 40 tunnels, ranging in length from 20 meters to over a kilometer.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
These challenges caused costs to escalate, and the project was temporarily halted in 1710. After the state government appealed to the federal government for support, construction resumed a year later, and the work was completed in mid-1713.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Limitations==&lt;br /&gt;
Due to the challenges prevented by the terrain, the railway consists of a single line, with sidings placed along the route to allow trains to pass each other. While originally intended purely for freight, the increasing frequency of tourist and passenger trains has presented challenges for the railway, with frequent disagreements regarding whether freight or passenger trains should be given priority on the line.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Anahuaco]][[Category: Public transport]] [[Category: Transportation]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Railways]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Ferrocarril_Pav%C3%B3n_al_Golfo_de_Taylor&amp;diff=265813</id>
		<title>Ferrocarril Pavón al Golfo de Taylor</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Ferrocarril_Pav%C3%B3n_al_Golfo_de_Taylor&amp;diff=265813"/>
		<updated>2022-12-09T15:43:33Z</updated>

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|align=center colspan=2 | &amp;lt;center&amp;gt;&#039;&#039;&#039;Pavón-Taylor Bay Railway&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|align=center colspan=2 | [[File:Anahuaco train.png|thumb|Train carriages of the Pago Express, viewed from the station building in San Miguel el Grande]]&lt;br /&gt;
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|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Location:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| [[Pavón]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Date of birth:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| [[Anahuaco]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Type:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| Passenger and freight railway&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| align=center colspan=2 |&lt;br /&gt;
|}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;&#039;El Ferrocarril Pavón al Golfo de Taylor&#039;&#039;&#039; (Istvanistani: &#039;&#039;the Pavón-Taylor Bay Railway&#039;&#039;), otherwise known as the &#039;&#039;&#039;Pago Express&#039;&#039;&#039; is a passenger railway and tourist attraction located in north eastern [[Anahuaco]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The line connects San Miguel el Grande, the capital city of [[Pavón]] state, with Taylor Bay. While the railway connection was originally built to allow the inland city&#039;s businesses to access to the port of Aldama, the scenic and mountainous route made the line an instant hit with tourists in the region.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==El Pago Express==&lt;br /&gt;
The line itself has become synonymous with the famed tourist train, nicknamed El Pago Express. The name is derived from the Martino names for the route: &#039;&#039;&#039;Pa&#039;&#039;&#039;vón and el &#039;&#039;&#039;Go&#039;&#039;&#039;lfo de Taylor.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==The route==&lt;br /&gt;
Starting at the Taylor Bay end of the route, passengers find themselves in the bustling port city of Aldama. The port is the northernmost city in [[Anahuaco]] and is famed for its seafood, coastal farmlands and unique music scene. Separated from [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]] by barren, mountainous terrain, the area has developed a distinct culture, with domestic tourists favoring the region for its warm but hospitable climate.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While the first couple of hours of a journey on El Pago offers views of farmlands, the landscape quickly begins to change, as the line begin its ascent into the foothills of the Sierra del Sur mountain range. The first of five spectacular bridges carries trains over the north Pavón reservoir, which provides drinking water and irrigation to much of the state.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:El Quelite.png|thumb|left|The rudimentary station in El Quelite, the main tourist destination on the route.]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As the train continues to climb, the landscape gradually becomes more arid, with farmlands giving way to expanses of dry earth and cactuses. Passing through countless tunnels, the line eventually climbs to its highest point, 2500 meters above both sea level and the station at Aldama. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hereafter, the train begins its descent, with lush pine forests, vast canyons, and high peaks dominating the landscape. Many tourists on the route choose to disembark at the small town of  El Quelite, famed for its Originales culture and stunning canyons. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As the train enters the last stage of its route, the landscape gradually becomes drier and drier, before reaching the state capital, San Miguel el Grande. The city is well-known for its colonial architectural style and many churches, with numerous spires coming into view during the last twenty minutes of the 10-hour journey.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Construction==&lt;br /&gt;
Construction of the railway began in 1708, with the state government financing and promoting the project as a way of better unifying the state, as well as promoting economic development in inland areas. While the arid inland areas of the state had abundant natural resources, including lumber, ores, and precious metals, industrialists struggled to access international markets due to transport difficulties. Remedying these difficulties was the catalyst for constructing the line.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The project began on the coastal plains, with rapid progress being made across the flat terrain. As the line reached the foothills of the mountains, complications began, with the route requiring workers to blast or dig through numerous mountain spurs and rocky outcrops, creating a total of 40 tunnels, ranging in length from 20 meters to over a kilometer.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
These challenges caused costs to escalate, and the project was temporarily halted in 1710. After the state government appealed to the federal government for support, construction resumed a year later, and the work was completed in mid 1713.&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:El_Quelite.png&amp;diff=265810</id>
		<title>File:El Quelite.png</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:El_Quelite.png&amp;diff=265810"/>
		<updated>2022-12-09T15:31:14Z</updated>

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&lt;div&gt;El Quelite&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Ferrocarril_Pav%C3%B3n_al_Golfo_de_Taylor&amp;diff=265809</id>
		<title>Ferrocarril Pavón al Golfo de Taylor</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Ferrocarril_Pav%C3%B3n_al_Golfo_de_Taylor&amp;diff=265809"/>
		<updated>2022-12-09T15:27:24Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;{| class=&amp;quot;toccolours&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;float:right; margin: 0 0 1em 1em; font-size: 85%; width: 26em;background-color:#FFFFFF;border:1px solid #000000;&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
|align=center colspan=2 | &amp;lt;center&amp;gt;&#039;&#039;&#039;Pavón-Taylor Bay Railway&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|align=center colspan=2 | [[File:Anahuaco train.png|thumb|Train carriages of the Pago Express, viewed from the station building in San Miguel el Grande]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| align=center colspan=5 |&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Location:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| [[Pavón]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Date of birth:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| [[Anahuaco]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Type:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| Passenger and freight railway&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| align=center colspan=2 |&lt;br /&gt;
|}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&#039;&#039;&#039;El Ferrocarril Pavón al Golfo de Taylor&#039;&#039;&#039; (Istvanistani: &#039;&#039;the Pavón-Taylor Bay Railway&#039;&#039;), otherwise known as the &#039;&#039;&#039;Pago Express&#039;&#039;&#039; is a passenger railway and tourist attraction located in north eastern [[Anahuaco]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The line connects San Miguel el Grande, the capital city of [[Pavón]] state, with Taylor Bay. While the railway connection was originally built to allow the inland city&#039;s businesses to access to the port of Aldama, the scenic and mountainous route made the line an instant hit with tourists in the region.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==El Pago Express==&lt;br /&gt;
The line itself has become synonymous with the famed tourist train, nicknamed El Pago Express. The name is derived from the Martino names for the route: &#039;&#039;&#039;Pa&#039;&#039;&#039;vón and el &#039;&#039;&#039;Go&#039;&#039;&#039;lfo de Taylor.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==The route==&lt;br /&gt;
Starting at the Taylor Bay end of the route, passengers find themselves in the bustling port city of Aldama. The port is the northernmost city in [[Anahuaco]] and is famed for its seafood, coastal farmlands and unique music scene. Separated from [[Ciudad de Anahuaco]] by barren, mountainous terrain, the area has developed a distinct culture, with domestic tourists favoring the region for its warm but hospitable climate.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While the first couple of hours of a journey on El Pago offers views of farmlands, the landscape quickly begins to change, as the line begin its ascent into the foothills of the Sierra del Sur mountain range. The first of five spectacular bridges carries trains over the north Pavón reservoir, which provides drinking water and irrigation to much of the state.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As the train continues to climb, the landscape gradually becomes more arid, with farmlands giving way to expanses of dry earth and cactuses. Passing through countless tunnels, the line eventually climbs to its highest point, 2500 meters above both sea level and the station at Aldama. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hereafter, the train begins its descent, with lush pine forests, vast canyons, and high peaks dominating the landscape. Many tourists on the route choose to disembark at the small town of  El Quelite, famed for its Originales culture and stunning canyons. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As the train enters the last stage of its route, the landscape gradually becomes drier and drier, before reaching the state capital, San Miguel el Grande. The city is well-known for its colonial architectural style and many churches, with numerous spires coming into view during the last twenty minutes of the 10 hour journey.&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Ferrocarril_Pav%C3%B3n_al_Golfo_de_Taylor&amp;diff=265808</id>
		<title>Ferrocarril Pavón al Golfo de Taylor</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Ferrocarril_Pav%C3%B3n_al_Golfo_de_Taylor&amp;diff=265808"/>
		<updated>2022-12-09T15:08:08Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: Created page with &amp;quot;{| class=&amp;quot;toccolours&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;float:right; margin: 0 0 1em 1em; font-size: 85%; width: 26em;background-color:#FFFFFF;border:1px solid #000000;&amp;quot;  |align=center colspan=2 | &amp;lt;cent...&amp;quot;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
|align=center colspan=2 | &amp;lt;center&amp;gt;&#039;&#039;&#039;Pavón-Taylor Bay Railway&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|align=center colspan=2 | [[File:Anahuaco train.png|thumb|Train carriages of the Pago Express, viewed from the station building in San Miguel el Grande]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| align=center colspan=5 |&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Location:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| [[Pavón]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Date of birth:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| [[Anahuaco]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Type:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| Passenger and freight railway&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| align=center colspan=2 |&lt;br /&gt;
|}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
El Ferrocarril Pavón al Golfo de Taylor (Istvanistani: &#039;&#039;the Pavón-Taylor Bay Railway&#039;&#039;), otherwise known as the &#039;&#039;&#039;Pago Express&#039;&#039;&#039; is a passenger railway and tourist attraction located in north eastern [[Anahuaco]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The line connects San Miguel el Grande, the capital city of [[Pavón]] state, with Taylor Bay. While the railway connection was originally built to allow the inland city&#039;s businesses to access to the port of Aldama, the scenic and mountainous route made the line an instant hit with tourists in the region.&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Pav%C3%B3n&amp;diff=265807</id>
		<title>Pavón</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=Pav%C3%B3n&amp;diff=265807"/>
		<updated>2022-12-09T15:01:36Z</updated>

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&lt;div&gt;{{Infobox settlement&lt;br /&gt;
| name                    = Pavón State&lt;br /&gt;
| native_name             = Estado de Pavón&lt;br /&gt;
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| seat                    = [[San Miguel el Grande]]&lt;br /&gt;
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&#039;&#039;&#039;Pavón&#039;&#039;&#039; is the northeastern-most state of [[Anahuaco]]. The state is famous for its long coastline along Taylor Way, with a combination of stunning cliffs and sandy beaches. While the coastal areas are temperate, the state&#039;s interior is dominated by deserts and the Sierra del Sur mountain range.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The state capital, San Miguel el Grande, stands in one of the more arid areas of the state, with water shortages leading to demands for the capital to be relocated to the coastal city of Aldama. Despite this, state authorities insist that the historic capital of the state will not be moved.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==History==&lt;br /&gt;
The state&#039;s long coastline means that the area has always been open to the world, with a long history of trade and settlement. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Within the context of the history of [[Anahuaco]] as an empire, the state is best known as the landing place for many of the migrants and mercenaries from former [[Nova England]]. These individuals were pivotal to the establishment of the empire, and many of their arms arrived through the port at Aldama.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The state&#039;s position on Taylor Bay, a sheltered and easily navigable body of water, means that the area has a longstanding seafaring tradition. While Anahuaco does not have a significant navy, the majority of the sailors from within the fleet originate from Pavón.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Since the end of the of the [[Anahuaco#civil war|civil war]], the western, desert area of Pavón have suffered from Republicano insurgency. While the state is largely safe, violence periodically spills over from neighbouring [[Granaditas]] and the border areas.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Government===&lt;br /&gt;
In common with all the states of Anahuaco, Pavón State directly elects a state legislature using a proportional voting system, with universal suffrage for citizens over the age of 16.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The head of the state government is a governor appointed by the Emperor. The current Governor of Pavón is Diego Barrera Concha.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Geography==&lt;br /&gt;
The state of Pavón borders Taylor Bay to the east, [[The Green]] to the north, [[Granaditas]] to the west and [[Estado de Anahuaco]] to the south.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The state&#039;s climate is a combination of coastal, desert and mountainous, with the north reaches of the Sierra del Sur mountain range dictating the climatic conditions.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Anahuaco]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:Anahuaco_train.png&amp;diff=265806</id>
		<title>File:Anahuaco train.png</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:Anahuaco_train.png&amp;diff=265806"/>
		<updated>2022-12-09T14:58:22Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: &lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;Anahuaco train&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
	</entry>
	<entry>
		<id>https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=South_Sea_Islands_Abdication_Crisis&amp;diff=265805</id>
		<title>South Sea Islands Abdication Crisis</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://micras.org/wiki/index.php?title=South_Sea_Islands_Abdication_Crisis&amp;diff=265805"/>
		<updated>2022-12-09T13:39:21Z</updated>

		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;George Middlemore: Created page with &amp;quot;{| class=&amp;quot;toccolours&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;float:right; margin: 0 0 1em 1em; font-size: 85%; width: 26em;background-color:#FFFFFF;border:1px solid #000000;&amp;quot;  |align=center colspan=2 | &amp;lt;cent...&amp;quot;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
|align=center colspan=2 | &amp;lt;center&amp;gt;&#039;&#039;&#039;South Sea Islands Abdication Crisis&#039;&#039;&#039;&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|align=center colspan=2 | [[File:SSI Royal shield.png|100px]] &lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| align=center colspan=5 |&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Location:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| [[South Sea Islands]]&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Year:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| 1702 AN&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&#039;&#039;&#039;Catalyst:&#039;&#039;&#039;|| Abdication of King Josephus-Aelfric I following the fall of [[Nova England]].&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| align=center colspan=2 |&lt;br /&gt;
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The &#039;&#039;&#039;South Sea Islands Abdication Crisis&#039;&#039;&#039; was a constitutional upheaval in the [[South Sea Islands]] following the dramatic collapse of [[Nova England]] and the subsequent abdication of King Josephus-Aelfric I.&lt;br /&gt;
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The crisis was eventually resolved following the conclusion of an agreement with the [[Mercury|Republic of Mercury]].&lt;br /&gt;
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==Background==&lt;br /&gt;
The South Sea Islands share a strong historical connection with Nova England, with the [[Journey of the Frozen Tears]] establishing the people of Commonwealth as subjects of the Nova English Crown.&lt;br /&gt;
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Although the South Sea Islands were rapidly established as an independent nation in their own right, the connection with the Nova English monarchy remained. Due to the distance between the two nations, and the governing difficulties resulting therefrom, an arrangement was established whereby the monarch would appoint a Lieutenant Governor to govern the islands on his or her behalf.&lt;br /&gt;
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This arrangement was established in late 1560 AN and persisted until 1702 AN.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Fall of Nova England==&lt;br /&gt;
While the South Sea Islands developed as a peaceful nation, Nova England continued to suffer from civil war and civil strife, as the central government sought to regain control of the nation&#039;s former territory. While the conflict in Nova England continued in a state of flux, with government and rebel forces gaining and losing the advantage at different, the [[Government of the South Sea Islands]] operated autonomously. &lt;br /&gt;
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The respective national governments remained in continuous contact and, when 1702 began, it seemed that the conflict was likely to remain in a state of stalemate.&lt;br /&gt;
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the Nova English collapse, when it happened, came as a surprise to the Government of the South Seas Islands, with the Nova English authorities having not reported any cause for alarm up until the sudden fall of the capital. &lt;br /&gt;
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==The King in Joseph Town==&lt;br /&gt;
After the fall of the Nova English capital, the Government of the South Sea Islands rapidly developed a plan to extract the King from the warzone. This resulted in [[The Flight of King Josephus]] and the arrival of His Majesty in Joseph Town.&lt;br /&gt;
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While the government of the islands initially hoped to come to an arrangement with the King, whereby he would assume a more direct role in the Commonwealth, it quickly became apparent that His Majesty&#039;s primary focus was on establishing a Nova English government in exile. The primary objective of their government was to continue the conflict from afar and eventually reestablish a Nova English independent state.&lt;br /&gt;
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For that reason, His Majesty took the decision to abdicate as King of the South Sea Islands.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Constitutional discussions==&lt;br /&gt;
Following the King&#039;s abdication, a series of discussions took place regarding what to do next. The government&#039;s initial proposal, that Lieutenant Governor George Middlemore be crowned King, was quickly dismissed after Middlemore himself refused to consider taking the crown.&lt;br /&gt;
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Thereafter some within the Legislative Assembly, and the wider public, began to propose the establishment of a Republic of the South Sea Islands. While there was initially some enthusiasm for this idea, the small population of the islands lead to fears that there may be a shortage of suitable candidates and expertise.&lt;br /&gt;
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Around the time that these discussions were taking place, the [[Mercury|Republic of Mercury]] annexed much of the territory that formerly belonged to [[Nova England]]. The strong connections between the South Sea Islands and the people of the former Nova English territories led to a proposal that the President of Mercury be invited to take up a ceremonial role as the King of the South Sea Islands.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Outcome==&lt;br /&gt;
This last proposal quickly gained a large degree of support among the Legislative Assembly and the wider public, and discussions began between the Commonwealth&#039;s government and the presidency of Mercury.&lt;br /&gt;
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After intensive negotiations, an agreement was reached and the modern [[Monarchy of the South Sea Islands]] was established.&lt;br /&gt;
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		<author><name>George Middlemore</name></author>
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