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The Bourgondii-Loa Wars were a series of conflicts and trade wars between the [[Burgoignesc_South_Levantine_Trading_Company#Bourgondii-Loa_Wars|Bourgondii Royal Trading Company's]] colony of [[Equatorial Ostiecia]] and the [[Loa Empire]] from ~1700-[[1875]]. It is considering part of the wider [[Kiro-Burgoignesc Wars]] because the [[Loa Empire]] was a client state of [[Kiravia]] at the time and the [[Burgoignesc_South_Levantine_Trading_Company|Bourgondii Royal Trading Company]] was using the Loa to aggravate [[Kiravia]]. Unlike many other colonial ventures, the [[Burgoignesc_South_Levantine_Trading_Company|Bourgondii Royal Trading Company]] did not seek to settle in the territory of the [[Takatta Loa|Loa Empire]] but merely to control its international exports outside of the tribute required of [[Kiravia]], to [[Levantia]] and [[Sarpedon]]. Semi-permanent [[Bergendii]] establishments only included {{wpl|Factory (trading post)|factories}}, trade posts, and customs houses, but there were no settlement expansions beyond these.

===Age of Enlightenment===

The Age of Enlightenment dawned upon Bourgondi as a beacon of intellectual progress, ushering in a transformative era that rippled through the duchy's economy, social fabric, and political structure. Enlightened ideas of reason, individual rights, and scientific inquiry permeated the realms of governance, culture, and commerce. Enlightenment ideals spurred advancements in Bourgondi's economy, challenging traditional economic structures. The duchy witnessed a surge in trade and commerce as enlightened principles of {{wp|free-market}} {{wp|capitalism}} gained traction. Entrepreneurs embraced rational economic theories, leading to the establishment of banking systems and financial institutions that fostered economic growth, and by extension {{wp|usury}}. Notable examples included the creation of the Bourgondii Economic Society, a forum where enlightened economic thinkers convened to discuss and implement progressive economic policies. The Enlightenment catalyzed a profound transformation in Bourgondi's social fabric, as well. The emphasis on reason and individual rights prompted a reevaluation of societal norms. Enlightenment thinkers advocated for social equality and the eradication of feudal privileges. As a result, the duchy saw the gradual dismantling of archaic class structures, with enlightened rulers implementing policies to ensure greater social mobility. One notable example was the edict issued by Duke Charles I, granting religious and civil liberties to all citizens, irrespective of their social standing. Enlightenment principles seeped into the political landscape of Bourgondi, inspiring a restructuring of governance systems. The dukes, influenced by the ideas of {{wp|Montesquieu}} and {{wp|Rousseau}}, sought to establish more representative and accountable forms of government. The establishment of the Estates-General in [[1748]] marked a significant step towards political inclusivity, allowing representatives from different social classes to participate in decision-making processes. The Enlightenment-inspired constitutional reforms, introduced during the reign of Duke Fransois II, aimed to limit the power of the monarchy and establish a system of checks and balances. Bourgondi became a hub of intellectual and cultural flourishing during the {{wp|Age of Enlightenment}}. Enlightened thinkers and philosophers, such as ix{{wp|Voltaire}} and ix{{wp|Diderot}}, found refuge in Bourgondi, contributing to the creation of intellectual salons and academies. The establishment of the Bourgondii Academy of Sciences and Letters became a testament to the duchy's commitment to the pursuit of knowledge. These institutions became breeding grounds for innovative ideas, fostering advancements in science, literature, and the arts. Enlightenment ideals also prompted a reformation of Bourgondi's education system. The duchy invested in creating a network of schools and universities that emphasized critical thinking, science, and the humanities. The University of Marialia, founded in [[1756]], became a bastion of Enlightenment education, attracting scholars and students from across [[Levantia]]. The curriculum prioritized rational inquiry, paving the way for a generation of enlightened thinkers. The Bourgondii Royal Observatory, established in [[1762]], became a center for astronomical research and a symbol of the duchy's commitment to scientific progress and became an important resource for the fleets, both mercantile and naval, that the Duchy operated.

=== Industrial Revolution ===

Bourgondi's embrace of the Industrial Revolution, [[1826]]-[[1853]], marked a profound shift in its economic, social, and political dynamics, propelling the duchy into a new era of development. The rapid urbanization spurred by industrialization saw a considerable influx of people from rural areas into Bourgondi's industrial cities. Riots broke out against ''les æleigens'' (Eng. the aliens) in the 1840s which saw widespread support at first, but as business owners began to see the rate of absenteeism rise in the new working class, the government interceded on the owner's behalf and stationed the Elite Gendarmes of the Royal Guard in working class neighborhoods to protect them. Since then, the royal government has enjoyed a fairly positive relationship with the working class. This demographic shift brought about changes in societal dynamics, altering traditional lifestyles and establishing a new relationship between employers and the emerging working class.

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 {{Further|Bourgondii-Loa Wars}}
 The Bourgondii-Loa Wars were a series of conflicts and trade wars between the [[Burgoignesc_South_Levantine_Trading_Company#Bourgondii-Loa_Wars|Bourgondii Royal Trading Company's]] colony of [[Equatorial Ostiecia]] and the [[Loa Empire]] from ~1700-[[1875]]. It is considering part of the wider [[Kiro-Burgoignesc Wars]] because the [[Loa Empire]] was a client state of [[Kiravia]] at the time and the [[Burgoignesc_South_Levantine_Trading_Company|Bourgondii Royal Trading Company]] was using the Loa to aggravate [[Kiravia]]. Unlike many other colonial ventures, the [[Burgoignesc_South_Levantine_Trading_Company|Bourgondii Royal Trading Company]] did not seek to settle in the territory of the [[Takatta Loa|Loa Empire]] but merely to control its international exports outside of the tribute required of [[Kiravia]], to [[Levantia]] and [[Sarpedon]]. Semi-permanent [[Bergendii]] establishments only included {{wpl|Factory (trading post)|factories}}, trade posts, and customs houses, but there were no settlement expansions beyond these.
+===Age of Enlightenment===
+The Age of Enlightenment dawned upon Bourgondi as a beacon of intellectual progress, ushering in a transformative era that rippled through the duchy's economy, social fabric, and political structure. Enlightened ideas of reason, individual rights, and scientific inquiry permeated the realms of governance, culture, and commerce. Enlightenment ideals spurred advancements in Bourgondi's economy, challenging traditional economic structures. The duchy witnessed a surge in trade and commerce as enlightened principles of {{wp|free-market}} {{wp|capitalism}} gained traction. Entrepreneurs embraced rational economic theories, leading to the establishment of banking systems and financial institutions that fostered economic growth, and by extension {{wp|usury}}. Notable examples included the creation of the Bourgondii Economic Society, a forum where enlightened economic thinkers convened to discuss and implement progressive economic policies. The Enlightenment catalyzed a profound transformation in Bourgondi's social fabric, as well. The emphasis on reason and individual rights prompted a reevaluation of societal norms. Enlightenment thinkers advocated for social equality and the eradication of feudal privileges. As a result, the duchy saw the gradual dismantling of archaic class structures, with enlightened rulers implementing policies to ensure greater social mobility. One notable example was the edict issued by Duke Charles I, granting religious and civil liberties to all citizens, irrespective of their social standing. Enlightenment principles seeped into the political landscape of Bourgondi, inspiring a restructuring of governance systems. The dukes, influenced by the ideas of {{wp|Montesquieu}} and {{wp|Rousseau}}, sought to establish more representative and accountable forms of government. The establishment of the Estates-General in [[1748]] marked a significant step towards political inclusivity, allowing representatives from different social classes to participate in decision-making processes. The Enlightenment-inspired constitutional reforms, introduced during the reign of Duke Fransois II, aimed to limit the power of the monarchy and establish a system of checks and balances. Bourgondi became a hub of intellectual and cultural flourishing during the {{wp|Age of Enlightenment}}. Enlightened thinkers and philosophers, such as ix{{wp|Voltaire}} and ix{{wp|Diderot}}, found refuge in Bourgondi, contributing to the creation of intellectual salons and academies. The establishment of the Bourgondii Academy of Sciences and Letters became a testament to the duchy's commitment to the pursuit of knowledge. These institutions became breeding grounds for innovative ideas, fostering advancements in science, literature, and the arts. Enlightenment ideals also prompted a reformation of Bourgondi's education system. The duchy invested in creating a network of schools and universities that emphasized critical thinking, science, and the humanities. The University of Marialia, founded in [[1756]], became a bastion of Enlightenment education, attracting scholars and students from across [[Levantia]]. The curriculum prioritized rational inquiry, paving the way for a generation of enlightened thinkers. The Bourgondii Royal Observatory, established in [[1762]], became a center for astronomical research and a symbol of the duchy's commitment to scientific progress and became an important resource for the fleets, both mercantile and naval, that the Duchy operated.
 === Industrial Revolution ===
 Bourgondi's embrace of the Industrial Revolution, [[1826]]-[[1853]], marked a profound shift in its economic, social, and political dynamics, propelling the duchy into a new era of development. The rapid urbanization spurred by industrialization saw a considerable influx of people from rural areas into Bourgondi's industrial cities. Riots broke out against ''les æleigens'' (Eng. the aliens) in the 1840s which saw widespread support at first, but as business owners began to see the rate of absenteeism rise in the new working class, the government interceded on the owner's behalf and stationed the Elite Gendarmes of the Royal Guard in working class neighborhoods to protect them. Since then, the royal government has enjoyed a fairly positive relationship with the working class. This demographic shift brought about changes in societal dynamics, altering traditional lifestyles and establishing a new relationship between employers and the emerging working class.

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