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The '''Republic of New Archduchy''' is a country in [[Crona]]. | The '''Republic of New Archduchy''' is a country in [[Crona]]. Tracing its foundations to a wave of [[Urcea|Urcean]] colonization in southeastern [[Crona]] during the 17th century, New Archduchy gradually became the lone remnant of [[Urcean people|Urcean]] culture in the region as a result of the rising fortunes of nearby [[Coscivian]] colonies. Gradually developing a strong economy and political life, New Archduchy underwent significant changes in the late 19th century. Chafing from administrative centralizations during the reign of [[Aedanicus VIII of Urcea]], fissures grew between Urcea and the colony. The [[Red Interregnum]] gave the country the pretext to declare independence in 1890, and two years later the Republic was formally established under a new constitution. New Archduchy's transition to independence and democracy have been mostly perceived as smooth and the country's independence was recognized by [[Urcea]] in [[1902]]. | ||
During the 20th century, New Archduchy became a well-used neutral refueling station along the [[Odoneru]], leading to significant economic development and a focus on mercantile interests. It maintained neutrality during the [[Great War]], though it served as a waystation for covert operatives and weapons smuggling for both sides of the war. During the latter half of the 20th century the nation remained neutral during the [[Occidental Cold War]] and became a popular {{wp|tax haven}} and tourist destination, greatly enhancing the nation's wealth. The country is characterized by a deep religious faith, like [[Urcea]], as well as considerable economic inequality, especially between the primarily urban Levantine-descendant majority and the primarily rural indigenous minority groups. | |||
==Etymology== | ==Etymology== | ||
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New Archduchy draws cultural traditions from many [[Occidental]] sources including its neighbors and indigenous peoples as well as from [[Urcea]] which established the New Archduchy colony. A majority of people in New Archduchy are descendants of [[Urcean people|Urcean settlers]] and speak [[Julian Ænglish]], though several other settler groups from South [[Levantia]] - including [[Derian people|Derians]], [[Caenish people|Caens]], and [[Carnish people]] - participated in the colonization of the region. New Archduchy also has considerable [[Coscivian]] influences from historic [[Kiravia|Kiravian]] cultural and geopolitical involvement in the region as well as from nearby [[Paulastra]]. | New Archduchy draws cultural traditions from many [[Occidental]] sources including its neighbors and indigenous peoples as well as from [[Urcea]] which established the New Archduchy colony. A majority of people in New Archduchy are descendants of [[Urcean people|Urcean settlers]] and speak [[Julian Ænglish]], though several other settler groups from South [[Levantia]] - including [[Derian people|Derians]], [[Caenish people|Caens]], and [[Carnish people]] - participated in the colonization of the region. New Archduchy also has considerable [[Coscivian]] influences from historic [[Kiravia|Kiravian]] cultural and geopolitical involvement in the region as well as from nearby [[Paulastra]]. | ||
The indigenous peoples of New Archduchy, closely related to the people of [[Titechaxha]], have long influenced New Archducal society through the dual means of cuisine and music. | The indigenous peoples of New Archduchy, closely related to the people of [[Titechaxha]], have long influenced New Archducal society through the dual means of cuisine and music. Self-identified indigenous people comprise about eighteen percent of the Republic's population. | ||
The [[Catholic Church]] plays a prominent role in the lives of the residents of New Archduchy and serves as the overwhelming religion of the residents of the Republic, both those of indigenous and Levantine origin. Catholic practices exist at all levels of society and feature prominently within popular culture. Religious observances, like in [[Urcea]], form the bulk of the country's holidays. The Church has a less pronounced influence on public affairs than in many [[Levantia|Levantine]] countries but Catholic morality remains a bedrock of public discourse. | |||
Many sports popular in [[Sarpedon]] are popular in New Archduchy, with [[World Association Football Federation|association football]] being the most popular sport in the country. | |||
== Demographics == | == Demographics == | ||
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==Economy== | ==Economy== | ||
New Archduchy is characterized as having one of the least regulated economies in the world and serves as a popular {{wp|tax haven}} for [[Levantia|Levantine]], [[Sarpedon|Sarpedonian]], and [[Crona|Cronan]] nations. Its economy is characterized by tourism, an emergent technology services sector, and maritime trade, with fishing also serving as a major industry. The Republic has very well developed transportation infrastructure including modern ports. Much of its energy comes from offshore renewables, an industry which sprung up in the Republic during the late 1990s. | |||
New Archduchy initially had a [[Guild (Urcea)|guild system]] similar to [[Urcea]], but it was gradually weakened under the 1892 Constitution before its abolition in [[1920]]. | |||
==Military== | ==Military== | ||