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During this period as a resumption of friendly relations among the empire, trade and industrial power flourished in the Commonwealth. Questions of hereditary nobility in the Commonwealth continued to plague the nation along with questions of autonomy of the States of within the Commonwealth. For a long time, the legal status of the nobility sat in limbo, especially with the issue of the Electors of Culfra and their status in the Empire. While the Elector of Bridhavn became a title of the early Presidents, the ducal electors remained in the hands of the nobles whose titles and territory was in question, despite the initial settlements following the Fiann Civil War, Republicans continued to press for equal representation and diminishment of any former noble titles. It became almost a cyclical event of Republicans of the Fian Party increasing taxation on estates and challenging nobles in litigation and saw a restoration of some of those losses by the Concord Party this back and forth would carry on through this period as nobles sought to tie themselves to the growing capitalist wealthy and too noble families of other nations to survive. | During this period as a resumption of friendly relations among the empire, trade and industrial power flourished in the Commonwealth. Questions of hereditary nobility in the Commonwealth continued to plague the nation along with questions of autonomy of the States of within the Commonwealth. For a long time, the legal status of the nobility sat in limbo, especially with the issue of the Electors of Culfra and their status in the Empire. While the Elector of Bridhavn became a title of the early Presidents, the ducal electors remained in the hands of the nobles whose titles and territory was in question, despite the initial settlements following the Fiann Civil War, Republicans continued to press for equal representation and diminishment of any former noble titles. It became almost a cyclical event of Republicans of the Fian Party increasing taxation on estates and challenging nobles in litigation and saw a restoration of some of those losses by the Concord Party this back and forth would carry on through this period as nobles sought to tie themselves to the growing capitalist wealthy and too noble families of other nations to survive. | ||
===Commonwealth Gilded Age and Imperial Ambition=== | ===Commonwealth Gilded Age and Imperial Ambition=== | ||
The late 1800s saw a resurgent Fiannria on the world stage, looking to cast itself in the great affairs of the world and resume its affairs in earnest in Alshar and Audonia. Through mercantile expeditions, gunboat diplomacy, and military adventurism Fiannria ensured the continued status of Soirwind and the expansion of Fiannan influence through the region via treaties and concession cities- administered by the General Board of Commonwealth Concessions (GBCC). | The late 1800s saw a resurgent Fiannria on the world stage, looking to cast itself in the great affairs of the world and resume its affairs in earnest in Alshar and Audonia. Through mercantile expeditions, gunboat diplomacy, and military adventurism Fiannria ensured the continued status of Soirwind and the expansion of Fiannan influence through the region via treaties and concession cities- administered by the [[General Board of Commonwealth Concessions (GBCC)]]. | ||
But while the rewards of Imperialism were reaped abroad, this did not reflect the issues back in Levantia, the wealth of the business elite and the poor conditions of the working class became a point of growing division, tension, strikes, protests, and even battles in the street. Fiannria at first struggled to confront this growing class conciousness, education, and organization however before this problem truly reared its head- A War with Faneria broke out once again, but Faneria was not prepared or equipped for Fiannria this time around and soundly lost territories Fiannria facing many defeats on land and sea. | But while the rewards of Imperialism were reaped abroad, this did not reflect the issues back in Levantia, the wealth of the business elite and the poor conditions of the working class became a point of growing division, tension, strikes, protests, and even battles in the street. Fiannria at first struggled to confront this growing class conciousness, education, and organization however before this problem truly reared its head- A War with Faneria broke out once again, but Faneria was not prepared or equipped for Fiannria this time around and soundly lost territories Fiannria facing many defeats on land and sea. | ||
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==Culture and Society== | ==Culture and Society== | ||
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=== Education === | === Education === | ||
Education in Fiannria is administered by the Department of Education but the responsibility is largely delegated to the States and local administrations along with private institutions. The education system is broken down as follows. | Education in Fiannria is administered by the Department of Education but the responsibility is largely delegated to the States and local administrations along with private institutions. The education system is broken down as follows. | ||
* Kita- For ages 2-5, Legally optional education and run by local churches, city or town administrations, and registered societies, some of which are completely outdoor programs and often also hold a nursery area for children between 8 weeks and 2 years. Kita serves as an early education/ pre-school period where foundational education, socialization, and activity to stimulate and develop young children prior to their entrance into primary school. | * Kita- For ages 2-5, Legally optional education and run by local churches, city or town administrations, and registered societies, some of which are completely outdoor programs and often also hold a nursery area for children between 8 weeks and 2 years. Kita serves as an early education/ pre-school period where foundational education, socialization, and activity to stimulate and develop young children prior to their entrance into primary school. | ||
* Primary School- For age 6-12, Compulsory primary education which is typically State/Province run schools, however, there is no legal requirement of attending public school and children can attend parochial and private schools for primary school. | * Primary School- For age 6-12, Compulsory primary education which is typically State/Province run schools, however, there is no legal requirement of attending public school and children can attend parochial and private schools for primary school. | ||
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** Upper secondary for ages 15-19 consists where half of all upper secondary institutions are privately run by religious groups (primary the Catholic Church) and other private institutions and organizations. Nonetheless, despite a large number of private schools, there are two types of upper secondary schools- Vocational schools with a shorter time in schools focused on specific skills and jobs with technical skills- and often includes a craft apprenticeship and ends with a vocational degree. The other is Gymnasium or high school which is focused on education and prep for higher education in Academia. Upper secondary school is only compulsory to students dependent on the state's laws it is within. | ** Upper secondary for ages 15-19 consists where half of all upper secondary institutions are privately run by religious groups (primary the Catholic Church) and other private institutions and organizations. Nonetheless, despite a large number of private schools, there are two types of upper secondary schools- Vocational schools with a shorter time in schools focused on specific skills and jobs with technical skills- and often includes a craft apprenticeship and ends with a vocational degree. The other is Gymnasium or high school which is focused on education and prep for higher education in Academia. Upper secondary school is only compulsory to students dependent on the state's laws it is within. | ||
* Tertiary School- Following graduation from upper secondary school, young adults may attend higher education in tertiary schools across the nation which are once again 50/50 private and public institutions. These schools consist of Universities for those seeking academic degrees and technical schools focused on advancing technical and vocational skills. | * Tertiary School- Following graduation from upper secondary school, young adults may attend higher education in tertiary schools across the nation which are once again 50/50 private and public institutions. These schools consist of Universities for those seeking academic degrees and technical schools focused on advancing technical and vocational skills. | ||
==Economy and Infrastructure== | ==Economy and Infrastructure== | ||
The Commonwealth of Fiannria has a social market economy based developed on ideals of {{wp|Chrisitan Democracy}}. Fiannria is recognized as one of the largest economies in the world (6th) with a GDP per Capita of around $47,300 and total GDP of around $21 trillion. While the Fiannan economy is considered a post-industrial society, Fiannria is a major manufacturer still. Known for it's lack of corruption, highly skilled labor force, well-developed infrastructure, and abundant natural resources. Around 70% of the Fiannan economy is in the service industry, while around 29% are in the still highly productive manufacturing industry, leaving 1% to the highly efficient agriculture industry. | The Commonwealth of Fiannria has a social market economy based developed on ideals of {{wp|Chrisitan Democracy}}. Fiannria is recognized as one of the largest economies in the world (6th) with a GDP per Capita of around $47,300 and total GDP of around $21 trillion. While the Fiannan economy is considered a post-industrial society, Fiannria is a major manufacturer still. Known for it's lack of corruption, highly skilled labor force, well-developed infrastructure, and abundant natural resources. Around 70% of the Fiannan economy is in the service industry, while around 29% are in the still highly productive manufacturing industry, leaving 1% to the highly efficient agriculture industry. | ||