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==History== | ==History== | ||
===Kingdom of the Ipari Impaxi=== | ===Kingdom of the Ipari Impaxi=== | ||
{{Further|History_of_Dericania#Kingdom_of_the_Ipari_Impaxi}} | |||
2800BC-[[164]]AD | 2800BC-[[164]]AD | ||
''Fochla Alian'' (Aenglisch: North Island) was a part of the Kingdom of the Ipari Impaxi from around 1800BC until the collapse of the remnant of the Kingdom was conquered in [[285]]. The island was a minor outlying territory and was mostly focuses on subsistence farming and fishing. Taxes were paid in a form of military service. Records indicated that the island's population was required to furnish two {{wp|Dover Bronze Age Boat|ocean-going vessels}} (later {{wp|Lembus}}) and crews for them. Due to the [[Levantine Hurricanes]] the island was largely inaccessible to all by the most adept sailors and as such the island's inhabitants were skilled sailors themselves. They fished for shark, marlin, grouper, and sea cucumbers. The lack of abundant fresh water likely capped the population, as it was never noted to be above 1000 during this time period. | ''Fochla Alian'' (Aenglisch: North Island) was a part of the Kingdom of the Ipari Impaxi from around 1800BC until the collapse of the remnant of the Kingdom was conquered in [[285]]. The island was a minor outlying territory and was mostly focuses on subsistence farming and fishing. Taxes were paid in a form of military service. Records indicated that the island's population was required to furnish two {{wp|Dover Bronze Age Boat|ocean-going vessels}} (later {{wp|Lembus}}) and crews for them. Due to the [[Levantine Hurricanes]] the island was largely inaccessible to all by the most adept sailors and as such the island's inhabitants were skilled sailors themselves. They fished for shark, marlin, grouper, and sea cucumbers. The lack of abundant fresh water likely capped the population, as it was never noted to be above 1000 during this time period. | ||
====Defeat of the Impaxi on Ipar==== | |||
{{Further|History_of_Dericania#The_Bergenddium}} | |||
In [[155]]AD Julian Marcilius Corvus, finally conquered Ipar and started to push the Impaxi north. In this vacuum he established the [[History_of_Dericania#The_Bergenddium|The Bergenddium]]. This forced more and more of the Impaxi further and further into the hinterland and up the coast. This saw an increase in the number of people on ''Fochla Alian'', over the next 150 years the Kingdom of the Impaxi limped along trading primarily with the [[Istroyan]]s. | |||
===Confederation of Medestophanese=== | ===Confederation of Medestophanese=== | ||
{{Further|History_of_Dericania#Confederation_of_Medestophanese}} | |||
[[285]]-[[598]] [[Istroya]]n city-states | [[285]]-[[598]] [[Istroya]]n city-states | ||
Over the 200s ''Fochla Alian'' fell further and further under the influence of the [[Istroya]]n civilization. By the 250s [[Istroya]]n was the primary language and the [[Istroya]]n people had become the cultural and ethnic majority. In [[303]] the island was annexed into the [[History_of_Dericania#Confederation_of_Medestophanese|Confederation of Medestophanese]]. The island was a major importer of grains and cereals from the mainland provinces of the [[History_of_Dericania#Confederation_of_Medestophanese|Confederation of Medestophanese]] and their deeper sea fish like shark and marlin were prized trade commodities. It became known as Piscea during this period. | |||
===Medieval Piscea=== | ===Medieval Piscea=== | ||
598-[[1578]] | 598-[[1578]] | ||
Piscea | Piscea became an independent realm for the entirety of the medieval period, approximately 1000 years, due to its remoteness and the difficulty in navigating to it, however it wasn't isolated. There was trade to and from the [[Levantia|Levantine mainland]] the Istroyo-Latin speaking Pisceans were known regionally for being master shipbuilders and navigators. They were contracted by a variety of navies during this time and mercenary work became a critical part of the economy. Piscean triremes and later galleys were feared and revered up and down the eastern [[Levantia|Levantine coast]]. There is limited evidence that the Pisceans may have traveled to [[Audonia]], but it is unknown if this is mythological fantasy or if it actually occurred. It is known that there was some trade occurred with the cities and states of [[Audonia]] but it was almost always through the [[Istroya]]n trade networks, rarely was it directly between Piscea and [[Audonia]]. | ||
===Early modern era=== | ===Early modern era=== | ||
====Aftermath of the Great Confessional War==== | ====Aftermath of the Great Confessional War==== | ||
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=====Institutions on Torlen in the Age of Sail===== | =====Institutions on Torlen in the Age of Sail===== | ||
There was an abundance of money in Torlen during the Age of Sail and the population was quick to spend it. While some Protestants who had been high ranking nobles prior to the [[Great Confessional War]] and spent great sums to bring horticultural scholars from the conquered territories in [[Audonia]], many without a learned background, as well as plenty of those who did, focused less on improving their methodology and more on maximizing their output in the short-term. These latifundia eventually failed from nutrient stripping and the patroons had to sell their patroonship to recoup their debts. This created a class divide on the island which became more and more visible by the 1650s. As a result many of the middling patroons, seeking to save their lands, established a Agricultural Institute in [[1658]], what is today the Torlen Institute of Technology, but was then called the "Fraternal Benefit Order of Patroons, Gentlemen, and Farmers" ([[Burgoignesc language|Burg]]: ''Ordre de bienfaisance fraternelle des proprietaires, des gens de mejans, et des fermiers'') to learn how to farm more efficiently, and to support farmers who had lost their crop. | There was an abundance of money in Torlen during the Age of Sail and the population was quick to spend it. While some Protestants who had been high ranking nobles prior to the [[Great Confessional War]] and spent great sums to bring horticultural scholars from the conquered territories in [[Audonia]], many without a learned background, as well as plenty of those who did, focused less on improving their methodology and more on maximizing their output in the short-term. These latifundia eventually failed from nutrient stripping and the patroons had to sell their patroonship to recoup their debts. This created a class divide on the island which became more and more visible by the 1650s. As a result many of the middling patroons, seeking to save their lands, established a Agricultural Institute in [[1658]], what is today the Torlen Institute of Technology, but was then called the "Fraternal Benefit Order of Patroons, Gentlemen, and Farmers" ([[Burgoignesc language|Burg]]: ''Ordre de bienfaisance fraternelle des proprietaires, des gens de mejans, et des fermiers'') to learn how to farm more efficiently, and to support farmers who had lost their crop. | ||
=====Whaling in Torlen===== | |||
[[File:Stripping_blubber_from_a_whale.jpg|200px|right]] | |||
[[File:Paul Ward, Scrimshaw, c. 1937, NGA 25569.jpg|200px|right]] | |||
Prior to the arrival of the [[History_of_Dericania#Duchy_of_Marialanus|Marialianii]] settlers the Piscaens had engaged in {{wp|Dolphin drive hunting}} and {{wp|Drogue|droguing}} to capture whales for meat. The first successful at sea hunt for humpback whales off of Torlen was in [[1663]] which kickstarted a whaling boom. The whaling boom lasted from around 1680-1850 when whale oil began to go out of fashion in favor of cheaper {{wp|mineral oils}}. {{wp|Ambergris}} was significant economically; however, it was later supplanted by {{wp|spermaceti oil}}. During the early colonial era, Torlen witnessed a surge in whaling activities, driven by the increasing global demand for whale oil and other valuable {{wp|cetacean}} by-products. The economic significance of whaling propelled Torlen into a key player in the economy of the [[History_of_Dericania#Duchy_of_Marialanus|Duchy of Marialanus]]. The whale oil became critical as both a fuel and as a lubricant in the rapid industrialization of [[Urcea]] during the early {{wp|Industrial Revoultion}}. Torlen's location and the abundance of marine life also attracted [[Bergendii]] whalers, and as the demand grew exponentially, [[Audonia]]n slaves, contributing to a diverse whaling community during this period. The pursuit of sperm whales, renowned for their prized {{wp|spermaceti oil}}, became a focal point for Torlen-based whalers. This era witnessed the rise of specialized whaling vessels equipped with advanced harpoon technology. The latter half of the 19th century saw a decline in Torlen's whaling industry, primarily due to over-exploitation of whale populations and the advent of alternative energy sources like {{wp|mineral oils}}. The last whaling voyage on record was in [[1863]] and it was a failure. After three months at sea the ship returned having not seen a single whale. | |||
[[Audonia]]n slaves were able to buy their freedom by successfully completing/surviving a whaling voyage. This led to a growing class of freemen [[Audonia]]ns on Torlen who were not only free but comparatively wealthy if they completed multiple whaling voyages. This caused a stir in Torlenoise society in the latter 18th and 19th centuries. | |||
Ancillary to the main whaling industry a market for scrimshaw emerged and Torlenoise sailors became famous for their depictions of tropical scenes, mermaids, and slavery. | |||
==Economy== | ==Economy== | ||
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====Agrinergie==== | ====Agrinergie==== | ||
Main article: {{wpl|Agrivoltaics}} | Main article: {{wpl|Agrivoltaics}} | ||
===Tourism=== | ===Tourism and hospitality=== | ||
[[File:Prince_George_Wharf_in_Nassau_Harbor.jpg|200px|right]] | |||
====Resorts==== | |||
====Cruises==== | |||
====Recreation==== | |||
Shark fishing is a large draw for tourists. | Shark fishing is a large draw for tourists. | ||
====Key tourism and hospitality companies==== | |||
*[[List_of_companies_by_industry_in_Burgundie#Service|Rouselle-Cartier Hospitality]] yacht collection is based out of Torlen, the chain also maintains two resort hotels on the island. | |||
===Fishing and fisheries=== | ===Fishing and fisheries=== | ||
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*{{wp|algaculture}} | *{{wp|algaculture}} | ||
===Manufacturing=== | |||
The manufacturing sector in Torlen is very small. [[O’Shea Container Shipping]] has a small shipyard and maritime repair facility focused on fishing boats, which employs 137 people. | |||
===Trade=== | ===Trade=== | ||
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====Roads and rail==== | ====Roads and rail==== | ||
====Air==== | ====Air==== | ||
The Torlen Regional Airport is a small, short haul airport facility that is shared by the civilian terminal and Advance Warning and Intercept Task Group 3 (AWITG3) of the [[Navy of Burgundie|Navy of Burgundie Hyperthalatton]] and [[Revenue Guard]]. | |||
There are 3 gates in the passenger terminal: | |||
*Gate A: Operated by [[AiReal]] with direct flights to [[Grand Isle International Airport]] | |||
*Gate B: Operated by [[AiReal]] with direct flights to airports in [[Marves]], [[Marialianus]], and [[Estia]] | |||
*Gate C: Operated by [[AiReal]] with direct flights to airports in [[Pumbria]], [[Martilles]], and [[Agiocles]]. | |||
There is a small cargo terminal operated by AiReal Cargo. | |||
====Energy and electricity==== | ====Energy and electricity==== | ||
30% of Torlen's energy is solar including [[Torlen#Agrovoltaics|agrovoltaics]], 25% from wind, 22% from tidal, 10% from natural gas, the remainder is supplied by a undersea power cable to [[Marialianus]]. The island has 8 battery banks that can keep essential government services like police, fire, and EMS operating for 48 hrs if there is a total blackout. | |||
Most power infrastructure is buried because of the intensity of [[Levantine hurricane]]s. | |||
====Phone service and internet==== | ====Phone service and internet==== | ||
Phone and internet service are provided by [[List_of_companies_by_industry_in_Burgundie#Service|Great Seas BurgunMobile]]. There is an undersea cable from [[Marialianus]] to Torlen. | |||
==Demographics== | ==Demographics== | ||
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===Law enforcement=== | ===Emergency response and healthcare=== | ||
====Law enforcement==== | |||
=====National Gendarmerie===== | |||
{{Further|National Gendarmerie of Burgundie}} | |||
Torlen is under the jurisdiction of the Torlen Battalion of the Middle Seas Brigade of the Overseas Gendarmerie Division. The Torlen Battalion has 2 companies and an HQ section. | |||
*A Company is assigned to [[New Torleans]] | |||
*B Company is assigned to the Joint Agency Taskforce Torlen Rangers, with an area of responsibility rural parts of the island with the Wildland Management Service. They are based in Barcares. | |||
*The HQ section is also based in [[New Torleans]]. | |||
=====National Constabulary===== | |||
=====Revenue Guard===== | |||
{{Further|Revenue Guard}} | |||
*_ Cutter Pod | |||
*_ Life Saving Squadron | |||
*Advance Warning and Intercept Task Group 3 (AWITG3) of the [[Navy of Burgundie|Navy of Burgundie Hyperthalatton]] and [[Revenue Guard]]. | |||
====Firefighting==== | |||
[[File:CAL_FIRE_S-70i_program.jpg|200px|right]] | |||
{{Further|Fire Seneschalcy of Burgundie}} | |||
Torlen is under the jurisdiction of the Fifth Firefighting Engineer Regiment – Levantine Ocean Territories of the [[Fire Seneschalcy of Burgundie]]. It has 11 independent fire companies and the HQ section. 4 of the companies are in [[New Torleans]], 2 are in Barcares, one is on [[Torlen#Joint_Base_St._Alban|Joint Base St. Alban]], and three are rural land based fire companies, and the final company is rotary-wing aerial firefighting company. | |||
====Ambulance==== | |||
====Sociolance==== | |||
{{Further|Royal Sociolance Service of Burgundie}} | |||
====Healthcare==== | |||
===Military installations=== | ===Military installations=== | ||
===== | =====Joint Base St. Alban===== | ||
{{Infobox military installation | {{Infobox military installation | ||
| name = | | name = Joint Base St. Alban | ||
| ensign = | | ensign = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
====Prevailing winds==== | |||
{{Further|Prevailing Winds}} | |||
====Natural Hazards==== | |||
*[[Levantine hurricane]] | |||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
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[[Category: Sub-national Regions in Burgundie]] | [[Category: Sub-national Regions in Burgundie]] | ||
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