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As the Qian dynasty poured resources into improving the defences of their territories, they sought to strengthen strategic locations to protect against potential threats from rival seafaring powers.

Freda, situated in a strategic position in the southern Pelaxian archipelago, likely became a focal point for fortification efforts due to its proximity to key naval routes. Recognising the island's vulnerability to enemy incursions, the Carto-Pelaxian Commonwealth invested in fortifications to bolster its defences and secure its maritime borders and declared the island an imperial governation. The fortification of Freda may have involved the construction of defensive structures such as coastal forts, watchtowers, and defensive walls. Overall, the fortification of Freda during this period can be seen as a strategic response to the heightened tensions and security challenges posed by the Daxian Polynesian Wars, aimed at safeguarding Pelaxia's territorial integrity and maritime interests.

=== First Republic ===

During the First Republic era of Pelaxia, the remote Antarctic island of Freda served as a strategic outpost for the new government. Isolated yet significant, Freda was transformed into a symbol of the triumvirate’s commitment to expanding Pelaxia’s reach and influence.

The island’s harsh climate and challenging geography made it an unlikely candidate for traditional development, but it was rich in mineral resources, which were discovered shortly after the establishment of the First Republic. The triumvirate saw Freda’s potential as a source of wealth and as a demonstration of their ability to harness the nation’s natural assets for the common good.

Freda became a hub for scientific research, particularly in geology and meteorology, attracting scholars and experts from across Pelaxia and beyond. The island’s unique thermal lake within a caldera, heated by geothermal activity, was a subject of fascination and study. It was believed that understanding the lake’s properties could lead to advancements in energy production and environmental science.

=== Girojón Restoration ===

During the Girojón Restoration, Freda Island’s fate took a turn as the monarchy sought to reassert its authority over Pelaxia’s distant territories. The island’s remoteness, once a symbol of the First Republic’s reach, became a challenge for the restored monarchy, which was more focused on consolidating power in the mainland.

The scientific community on Freda was largely disbanded, as the Girojón dynasty prioritized economic exploitation over research. The mineral resources that had been carefully managed under the First Republic were now extracted with little regard for environmental impact or sustainability.

The monarchy viewed Freda’s isolation as both a blessing and a challenge. On one hand, the island’s distance from the mainland allowed the royal family to use Freda as a place to exile political disidents, away from the public.

Freda Island captured the imagination of several famous Pelaxian exiled artists and writers, who depicted its stark beauty and the drama of its history in their works.

One such figure was Alarice Duvall, a renowned painter known for her sweeping landscapes. She created a series of oil paintings titled “The Moods of Freda,” which captured the island’s rugged terrain and the ethereal glow of its thermal lake under different light conditions. These paintings were celebrated for their ability to convey the isolation and raw beauty of Freda, and they became symbols of national pride.

Another prominent figure was the poet Laureano Viera, whose epic poem “The Ballad of Freda” chronicled the island’s history from its geological formation to its role in the First Republic and beyond. Viera’s verses highlighted the contrast between the island’s serene natural environment and the tumultuous human events that unfolded there. The poem became a staple in Pelaxian literature, taught in schools and recited at public events.

Lastly, novelist Emilia Serrano penned a historical fiction titled “Whispers from Freda,” which became a bestseller. The novel followed the lives of several characters living on Freda during the First Republic era, weaving a tale of love, science, and political intrigue. Serrano’s work brought attention to the island’s significance in Pelaxian culture and history, inspiring a renewed interest in preserving its legacy.

=== Second Pelaxian Republic and Whaling Boom ===

=== Restauración Nacional ===

== Government ==

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 As the Qian dynasty poured resources into improving the defences of their territories, they sought to strengthen strategic locations to protect against potential threats from rival seafaring powers.
 Freda, situated in a strategic position in the southern Pelaxian archipelago, likely became a focal point for fortification efforts due to its proximity to key naval routes. Recognising the island's vulnerability to enemy incursions, the Carto-Pelaxian Commonwealth invested in fortifications to bolster its defences and secure its maritime borders and declared the island an imperial governation. The fortification of Freda may have involved the construction of defensive structures such as coastal forts, watchtowers, and defensive walls.  Overall, the fortification of Freda during this period can be seen as a strategic response to the heightened tensions and security challenges posed by the Daxian Polynesian Wars, aimed at safeguarding Pelaxia's territorial integrity and maritime interests.
+=== First Republic ===
+During the First Republic era of Pelaxia, the remote Antarctic island of Freda served as a strategic outpost for the new government. Isolated yet significant, Freda was transformed into a symbol of the triumvirate’s commitment to expanding Pelaxia’s reach and influence.
+The island’s harsh climate and challenging geography made it an unlikely candidate for traditional development, but it was rich in mineral resources, which were discovered shortly after the establishment of the First Republic. The triumvirate saw Freda’s potential as a source of wealth and as a demonstration of their ability to harness the nation’s natural assets for the common good.
+Freda became a hub for scientific research, particularly in geology and meteorology, attracting scholars and experts from across Pelaxia and beyond. The island’s unique thermal lake within a caldera, heated by geothermal activity, was a subject of fascination and study. It was believed that understanding the lake’s properties could lead to advancements in energy production and environmental science.
+=== Girojón Restoration ===
+During the Girojón Restoration, Freda Island’s fate took a turn as the monarchy sought to reassert its authority over Pelaxia’s distant territories. The island’s remoteness, once a symbol of the First Republic’s reach, became a challenge for the restored monarchy, which was more focused on consolidating power in the mainland.
+The scientific community on Freda was largely disbanded, as the Girojón dynasty prioritized economic exploitation over research. The mineral resources that had been carefully managed under the First Republic were now extracted with little regard for environmental impact or sustainability.
+The monarchy viewed Freda’s isolation as both a blessing and a challenge. On one hand, the island’s distance from the mainland allowed the royal family to use Freda as a place to exile political disidents, away from the public.
+Freda Island captured the imagination of several famous Pelaxian exiled artists and writers, who depicted its stark beauty and the drama of its history in their works.
+One such figure was Alarice Duvall, a renowned painter known for her sweeping landscapes. She created a series of oil paintings titled “The Moods of Freda,” which captured the island’s rugged terrain and the ethereal glow of its thermal lake under different light conditions. These paintings were celebrated for their ability to convey the isolation and raw beauty of Freda, and they became symbols of national pride.
+Another prominent figure was the poet Laureano Viera, whose epic poem “The Ballad of Freda” chronicled the island’s history from its geological formation to its role in the First Republic and beyond. Viera’s verses highlighted the contrast between the island’s serene natural environment and the tumultuous human events that unfolded there. The poem became a staple in Pelaxian literature, taught in schools and recited at public events.
+Lastly, novelist Emilia Serrano penned a historical fiction titled “Whispers from Freda,” which became a bestseller. The novel followed the lives of several characters living on Freda during the First Republic era, weaving a tale of love, science, and political intrigue. Serrano’s work brought attention to the island’s significance in Pelaxian culture and history, inspiring a renewed interest in preserving its legacy.
+=== Second Pelaxian Republic and Whaling Boom ===
+=== Restauración Nacional ===
 == Government ==

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