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The Independence War of Vallejar, an episode that unfolded from 1818 to 1829, stands as a pivotal chapter in the history of the Vallejarian nation, defining its identity and freeing it from the Pelaxian yoke.

Causes and Context:

Preliminary Uprisings (1815-1817):

The initial signs of resistance emerged through small uprisings and revolts between 1815 and 1817. Fueled by Pelaxian oppression and exploitation, the native people of Vallejar erupted in revolts across the territory. The uprisings of 1817, in particular, gathered tens of thousands of people in major cities and ports.

Pelaxian presence intensified tensions, with unjust fiscal impositions, restrictions on individual freedoms, and exploitation of natural resources, generating profound discontent among the Vallejarians.

Key Events:

Continual Uprisings (1815-1817):

Despite repression, these initial uprisings occurred throughout the territory, marking the beginning of the revolution for national liberation.

The Spark of Rebellion (1818):

In 1818, a group of rebels led by charismatic figures like Juan de la Cruz and Martina Salazar ignited the spark of rebellion against Pelaxian occupation. This rebellion, which started in the city Alhama la Nueva, a symbol of imperial power in the colonized zone, rallied around 17,000 people in the city center. This uprising was the first to seize control of the area and administrative powers after assaulting the main Pelaxian administration building. The rebellion spread rapidly through Vallejarian localities, catching the Pelaxians off guard and strengthening rebel positions. These events unfolded between June 16 and 28, 1818.

Declaration of Independence (1818):

Following the general uprisings in June, several dozen popular generals communicated and decided to gather their forces in New Alhama to discuss pressing matters. The meeting in June hosted 33 generals from major cities, each commanding thousands of revolutionaries. They reached agreements with the "Revolutionary Alhama Treaty" on July 9. After the arrival of all the generals, the agreements were ratified and signed on the same day. The ratified treaty stipulated:

- Total collaboration and communication among revolutionary generals.

- Unity of revolutionary forces under a single command, that of Don Juan Casanova.

- Struggle for freedom and independence, with no other motive.

- Only unconditional independence from Pelaxia or death for freedom.

- Declaration of unilateral and unconditional independence from Pelaxia.

Independence was finally declared on July 10 with the "Declaration of Independence of Revolutionary Alhama", and on July 11, news arrived that war had been declared against the "rebel state" by Pelaxia to quickly regain control of the area.

The Battle of Río Blanco (1819):

The Battle of Río Blanco was a notable example of guerrilla warfare during the conflict. It was one of the first "large-scale" battles of the war, where Pelaxian divisions, more organized and effective, faced resistance. This battle took place on the banks of the Río Blanco, near the sea, where many Pelaxian soldiers prepared for the invasion in an extensive camp. The rebels, with their ingenuity, delayed the potential attack until rebel reinforcements arrived, using the terrain to halt the enemy army's preparation enough to win the battle.

Attrition Strategy (1821-1824):

During these years, guerrilla warfare and attrition tactics were extensively employed. Many battles during this period followed this guerrilla style. Revolutionary forces specialized in independent attacks on different Pelaxian army divisions throughout the national territory. Pelaxians, familiar with this style of warfare, opted for a strategy of rapid movements and fortification in the occupied populations. This led to various events during the conflict, such as sieges (similar to medieval ones), infiltration of revolutionary soldiers behind enemy lines with different objectives, and other ways to physically and morally wear down the enemy.

The Battle of Valle Amarillo (1823):

Marking one of the bloodiest confrontations, Vallejarian rebel forces, led by strategist Ricardo Mendoza, repelled a massive Pelaxian assault, reinforcing the belief in real independence. This event occurred on September 11, 1823, in one of the few valleys that make up the national territory of Vallejar, specifically in Valle Amarillo, named for its exposure to the sun and high temperatures. The harsh battle conditions favored the native forces, and despite being numerically inferior, the national-revolutionary troops achieved victory with minimal casualties compared to the invading enemy.

Failed Peace Offers (1824-1828):

As the war wore down both sides, peace offers were made, but the Vallejarians, under the motto "Honor or Death," rejected conditions they considered humiliating, steadfast in their pursuit of freedom. Proposals for peace in 1824, 1825, and 1827 were all rejected by Don Juan Casanova, representing Vallejarian forces and people. Whenever he deemed the peace proposals "Humiliating and absolutely absurd," he responded with a firm "Honor or death."

The Battle of Vallejar and the Treaty of Independence (1829):

The war reached its climax in the bloodiest battle in Vallejar, a battle that decisively ended the war and led to the final peace negotiation, successfully bringing Vallejar to freedom and autonomy. The Peace Treaty, called the "Holy Vallejar Peace Treaty," was signed in 1829, granting Vallejar absolute freedom and marking the end of a tenacious struggle.

Strategies Employed:

Guerrilla Warfare and Ambush Tactics:

Vallejarians, familiar with the terrain, used guerrilla warfare tactics and ambushes to wear down the Pelaxian army, leveraging their knowledge of the terrain to resist and counterattack with fewer soldiers.

Use of Pelaxian Knowledge:

Vallejarians with experience in Pelaxia utilized their detailed knowledge of Pelaxian tactics to counter their opponents, turning familiarity into a strategic advantage.

Fortification of Strategic Points:

Key points, such as Valle Amarillo, were fortified to resist Pelaxian assaults, maintaining the morale of rebel troops and protecting crucial locations for independence.

Avoidance of Direct Confrontations:

Aware of their numerical disadvantage, Vallejarians avoided direct confrontations and chose to gradually wear down Pelaxian forces, a tactic that proved effective in the long run.

Maintenance of Popular Support:

Popular mobilization was crucial for resistance. Insurgent leaders worked tirelessly to maintain the support of the population, understanding that the unity of the people was essential for long-term resistance.

Integration into the Loa Empire (1829-1875):

Integration Proposal (1829):

After the brutal and bloody war, the Loa Empire, aware of the inhospitable nature of the world, made an unexpected proposal that was well-received by Don Juan Casanova and the Vallejarian people. The proposal involved the integration of Vallejarian territory within the borders of the Loa Empire but with total freedom and autonomy for the Vallejarian people from imperial institutions. This proved very attractive to Vallejar, leading to integration after ratifying the treaty of the "Vallejarian peaceful integration in Loa Emprie".

Collapse of the Loa Empire (1875):

The stability of the empire crumbled in 1875, resulting in the dissolution of the empire and the amicable separation of Vallejar from the empire. Although international relations remain intact and in good standing, and institutions share certain similarities due to technological, cultural, and economic exchanges.

The independence of Vallejar in 1829 not only freed the nation from Pelaxian rule but also established the foundations for a sovereign state. Although it left deep scars, the war marked the birth of an independent nation and the consolidation of an identity rooted in the struggle for freedom. The subsequent integration into the Loa Empire, also left its mark on the history and development of Vallejar. The events of this war have left a lasting legacy, serving as a testament to the resilience and indomitable spirit of the Vallejarian people in their quest for freedom.

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-La Guerra de Independencia de [[Vallejar]], un episodio que se desplegó desde 1818 hasta 1829, se erige como un capítulo trascendental en la historia de la nación vallejariana, definiendo su identidad y liberándola del yugo [[Pelaxian colonization of Vallos|pelaxiano]].
+The Independence War of Vallejar, an episode that unfolded from 1818 to 1829, stands as a pivotal chapter in the history of the [[Vallejar|Vallejarian nation]], defining its identity and freeing it from the [[Pelaxian colonization of Vallos|Pelaxian yoke]].
-'''Causas y Contexto:'''
+== Causes and Context: ==
-'''''Levantamientos Preliminares (1815-1817):''''' Los primeros signos de resistencia se manifestaron a través de pequeños levantamientos y revueltas entre 1815 y 1817. Estos eventos reflejaron el creciente descontento alimentado por la opresión y explotación pelaxiana, el pueblo nativo de Vallejar estalló en revueltas a lo largo de todo el territorio, se estima que las últimas revueltas de 1817 agruparon a decenas de miles de personas en cada ciudad importante y portuaria.
+==== Preliminary Uprisings (1815-1817): ====
+The initial signs of resistance emerged through small uprisings and revolts between 1815 and 1817. Fueled by Pelaxian oppression and exploitation, the native people of Vallejar erupted in revolts across the territory. The uprisings of 1817, in particular, gathered tens of thousands of people in major cities and ports.
-'''''Descontento Popular:''''' La presencia pelaxiana exacerbó las tensiones, con imposiciones fiscales injustas, restricciones a las libertades individuales y explotación de los recursos naturales, generando un profundo descontento entre los vallejarianos.
+Pelaxian presence intensified tensions, with unjust fiscal impositions, restrictions on individual freedoms, and exploitation of natural resources, generating profound discontent among the Vallejarians.
-'''Eventos Importantes:'''
+=== Key Events: ===
-'''''Levantamientos Continuos (1815-1817):''''' A pesar de la represión, estos levantamientos iniciales demostraron la resistencia y determinación del pueblo vallejariano, marcando el germen de la rebelión.
+==== Continual Uprisings (1815-1817): ====
+Despite repression, these initial uprisings occurred throughout the territory, marking the beginning of the revolution for national liberation.
-'''''La Chispa de la Rebelión (1818):''''' En 1818, un grupo de rebeldes, guiados por figuras carismáticas como [[Juan de la Cruz]] y [[Martina Salazar]], encendió la chispa de la rebelión contra la ocupación pelaxiana, uniendo a la población en busca de la libertad, esta chipa se abrió paso en la ciudad de Alhama la Nueva, símbolo del poder imperial en la zona colonizada, la revuelta agrupó a alrededor de 17000 personas en el centro de la urbe, y este levantamiento fue el primero que logró hacerse con el control de la zona y de los poderes administrativos tras el asalto al edificio principal de la administración pelaxiana, lo que hizo que prácticamente todas las localidades vallejarianas les siguieran, haciendo que los pelaxianos, que no tuvieron prácticamente tiempo de reacción, estuvieran desorganizados ante el levantamiento, lo que ayudó bastante a los rebeldes a fortalecer sus posiciones para la esperada respuesta imperial, estos sucesos ocurrieron entre el 16 y 28 de Junio de 1818.
+==== The Spark of Rebellion (1818): ====
+In 1818, a group of rebels led by charismatic figures like [[Juan de la Cruz]] and [[Martina Salazar]] ignited the spark of rebellion against Pelaxian occupation. This rebellion, which started in the city [[Alhama la Nueva]], a symbol of imperial power in the colonized zone, rallied around 17,000 people in the city center. This uprising was the first to seize control of the area and administrative powers after assaulting the main Pelaxian administration building. The rebellion spread rapidly through Vallejarian localities, catching the Pelaxians off guard and strengthening rebel positions. These events unfolded between June 16 and 28, 1818.
-'''''Declaración de Independencia (1818):''''' Tras los levantamientos generales de junio, varias decenas de generales populares se comunicaron y decidieron reunir sus fuerzas y también a ellos mismos en Alhama la nueva para discutir los asuntos apremiantes del conflictos, esta reunión acogió en junio a 33 generales de las diferentes urbes importantes del territorio, cada uno con miles de revolucionarios a sus mandos, estos generales llegaron a diferentes acuerdos con el tratado de "Alhama la Revolucionaria" el 9 de Julio, tras la llegada de todos los generales, los acuerdos fueron ratificados ese mismo día y firmado por todos los generales presentes, lo acuerdos que ratificaba el tratado eran:
+==== Declaration of Independence (1818): ====
+Following the general uprisings in June, several dozen popular generals communicated and decided to gather their forces in New Alhama to discuss pressing matters. The meeting in June hosted 33 generals from major cities, each commanding thousands of revolutionaries. They reached agreements with the "[[Revolutionary Alhama Treaty]]" on July 9. After the arrival of all the generals, the agreements were ratified and signed on the same day. The ratified treaty stipulated:
-# Total colaboración y comunicación entre generales revolucionarios.
+- Total collaboration and communication among revolutionary generals.
-# Unión de las fuerzas revolucionarias bajo un solo mando, el de [[Don Juan Casanova]].
-# Lucha por la libertad y la independencia, sin ningún otro motivo.
-# Solo aceptar la independencia incondicional ante Pelaxia o morir por la libertad.
-# Declarar la independencia unilateral e incondicional ante Pelaxia.
-La independencia fue finalmente declarada el 10 de Julio con "la declaración de independencia de Alhama la Revolucionaria" y el 11 de Julio se recibió la noticia de que la guerra había sido declara en contra del "estado rebelde" en el que se habían convertido, por parte de Pelaxia para recuperar el control de la zona de manera rápida.
+- Unity of revolutionary forces under a single command, that of [[Don Juan Casanova]].
-'''''La Batalla de Río Blanco (1819):''''' [[Battle of Río Blanco|La batalla de Río Blanco]] fue un gran ejemplo de el empleo de la guerra de guerrillas durante la guerra, esta batalla fue de las primeras "a gran escala" de la guerra, cuando las primeras divisiones de pelaxianos pudieron organizarse y ser más efectivos, esta batalla se desarrolló en la ribera del Río Blanco, muy cerca del mar, donde muchos soldados pelaxianos se preparaban para la invasión en un amplísimo campamento, su gigantesco número en comparación a las fuerzas locales era muy notable, asique los revolucionarios utilizaron todo su ingenio y picardía para retrasar el posible ataque hasta que llegaran los refuerzos rebeldes, con la ayuda del terreno consiguieron frenar la preparación del ejército enemigo lo suficiente para que se pudiera ganar la batalla
+- Struggle for freedom and independence, with no other motive.
-'''''Estrategia de Desgaste (1821-1824):''''' En estos años se desarrolló con mucha más extensión terrenal las técnicas de guerra de guerrillas y otras de desgaste, gran parte de las batallas que se dieron durante este periodo fueron objeto de esta forma de hacer la guerra, las fuerzas revolucionarias se curtieron y especializaron en realizar ataques independientes a las diferentes divisiones del ejército pelaxiano a lo largo de todo el territorio nacional, los pelaxianos, al conocer esta forma de hacer la guerra optaron por una estrategia de rápidos movimientos y atrincheramiento en las poblaciones que ocupasen, lo que hizo que a lo largo del conflicto se pudieran observar diferentes sucesos, como los asedios (muy parecidos a los medievales), la inflitración entre lineas enemigas de soldados revolucionarios con diferentes objetivos y otras maneras desgastar al enemigo de forma física y moral.
+- Only unconditional independence from Pelaxia or death for freedom.
-'''''La Batalla de Valle Amarillo (1823):''''' Marcando uno de los enfrentamientos más cruentos, las fuerzas rebeldes vallejarianas, lideradas por el estratega Ricardo Mendoza, repelieron un asalto pelaxiano masivo, consolidando la creencia en la posibilidad real de la independencia.
+- Declaration of unilateral and unconditional independence from Pelaxia.
-'''''Ofertas de Paz Fallidas (1824-1828):''''' A medida que la guerra agotaba a ambas partes, se realizaron ofertas de paz, pero los vallejarianos, bajo el lema "Honor o Muerte", rechazaron condiciones que consideraban humillantes, sosteniendo su búsqueda de libertad.
+Independence was finally declared on July 10 with the "[[Declaration of Independence of Revolutionary Alhama]]", and on July 11, news arrived that war had been declared against the "rebel state" by [[Pelaxia]] to quickly regain control of the area.
-'''''La Batalla de Vallejar y el Tratado de Independencia (1829):''''' La guerra alcanzó su punto culminante en la [[Battle of Vallejar|batalla más sangrienta]] en la localidad de Vallejar. Tras intensos enfrentamientos, se firmó el Tratado de Independencia en 1829, concediendo a Vallejar su libertad absoluta y marcando el fin de una lucha tenaz.
+==== The Battle of Río Blanco (1819): ====
+The [[Battle of Río Blanco]] was a notable example of [[guerrilla warfare]] during the conflict. It was one of the first "large-scale" battles of the war, where Pelaxian divisions, more organized and effective, faced resistance. This battle took place on the banks of the Río Blanco, near the sea, where many Pelaxian soldiers prepared for the invasion in an extensive camp. The rebels, with their ingenuity, delayed the potential attack until rebel reinforcements arrived, using the terrain to halt the enemy army's preparation enough to win the battle.
-'''Estrategias Utilizadas:'''
+==== Attrition Strategy (1821-1824): ====
+During these years, guerrilla warfare and attrition tactics were extensively employed. Many battles during this period followed this guerrilla style. Revolutionary forces specialized in independent attacks on different Pelaxian army divisions throughout the national territory. Pelaxians, familiar with this style of warfare, opted for a strategy of rapid movements and fortification in the occupied populations. This led to various events during the conflict, such as sieges (similar to medieval ones), infiltration of revolutionary soldiers behind enemy lines with different objectives, and other ways to physically and morally wear down the enemy.
-'''''Guerra de Guerrillas y Tácticas de Emboscada:''''' Los vallejarianos, conocedores del terreno, emplearon tácticas de Guerra de guerrillas y emboscadas para desgastar al ejército pelaxiano, aprovechando su conocimiento del terreno para resistir y contraatacar.
+==== The Battle of Valle Amarillo (1823): ====
+Marking one of the bloodiest confrontations, Vallejarian rebel forces, led by strategist [[Ricardo Mendoza]], repelled a massive Pelaxian assault, reinforcing the belief in real independence. This event occurred on September 11, 1823, in one of the few valleys that make up the national territory of Vallejar, specifically in Valle Amarillo, named for its exposure to the sun and high temperatures. The harsh battle conditions favored the native forces, and despite being numerically inferior, the national-revolutionary troops achieved victory with minimal casualties compared to the invading enemy.
-'''''Uso de Conocimientos Pelaxianos:''''' Vallejarianos con experiencia en Pelaxia utilizaron su conocimiento detallado de las tácticas pelaxianas para contrarrestar a sus oponentes, convirtiendo la familiaridad en una ventaja estratégica.
+==== Failed Peace Offers (1824-1828): ====
+As the war wore down both sides, peace offers were made, but the Vallejarians, under the motto "[[Motto Honor or Death|Honor or Death]]," rejected conditions they considered humiliating, steadfast in their pursuit of freedom. Proposals for peace in 1824, 1825, and 1827 were all rejected by [[Don Juan Casanova]], representing Vallejarian forces and people. Whenever he deemed the peace proposals "Humiliating and absolutely absurd," he responded with a firm "Honor or death."
+[[File:Portrait of the Battle of Vallejar, 1829.jpg|thumb|Portrait of the Battle of Vallejar, 1829]]
-'''''Fortificación de Puntos Estratégicos:''''' Puntos clave, como Valle Amarillo, fueron fortificados para resistir asaltos pelaxianos, manteniendo la moral de las tropas rebeldes y protegiendo lugares cruciales para la independencia.
+==== The Battle of Vallejar and the Treaty of Independence (1829): ====
+The war reached its climax in the bloodiest [[Battle of Vallejar|battle in Vallejar]], a battle that decisively ended the war and led to the final [[Peace negotiations of the vallejarian independence war|peace negotiation]], successfully bringing Vallejar to freedom and autonomy. The Peace Treaty, called the "[[Holy Vallejar Peace Treaty]]," was signed in 1829, granting Vallejar absolute freedom and marking the end of a tenacious struggle.
-'''''Negativa a Enfrentamientos Directos:''''' Conscientes de su desventaja numérica, los vallejarianos evitaron enfrentamientos directos y optaron por desgastar gradualmente a las fuerzas pelaxianas, una táctica que demostró ser efectiva en el largo plazo.
+== Strategies Employed: ==
-'''''Mantenimiento del Apoyo Popular:''''' La movilización popular fue crucial para la resistencia. Los líderes insurgentes trabajaron incansablemente para mantener el apoyo de la población, entendiendo que la unión del pueblo era esencial para la resistencia a largo plazo.
+==== [[Guerrilla Warfare]] and Ambush Tactics: ====
+Vallejarians, familiar with the terrain, used guerrilla warfare tactics and ambushes to wear down the Pelaxian army, leveraging their knowledge of the terrain to resist and counterattack with fewer soldiers.
-'''Unión a Imperio Loa (1829-1875):'''
+==== Use of Pelaxian Knowledge: ====
+Vallejarians with experience in Pelaxia utilized their detailed knowledge of Pelaxian tactics to counter their opponents, turning familiarity into a strategic advantage.
-'''''Propuesta de Integración (1829):''''' Tras la independencia, el Imperio Loa propuso la integración amistosa de Vallejar a sus posesiones, logrando una integración pacífica al garantizar la total libertad del pueblo vallejariano.
+==== Fortification of Strategic Points: ====
+Key points, such as Valle Amarillo, were fortified to resist Pelaxian assaults, maintaining the morale of rebel troops and protecting crucial locations for independence.
-'''''Colapso del Imperio Loa (1875):''''' La estabilidad del imperio se desmoronó en 1875, permitiendo a Vallejar integrarse a sus territorios vecinos. Este período de integración trajo consigo el intercambio cultural, avances tecnológicos y la consolidación de una identidad nacional robusta.
+==== Avoidance of Direct Confrontations: ====
+Aware of their numerical disadvantage, Vallejarians avoided direct confrontations and chose to gradually wear down Pelaxian forces, a tactic that proved effective in the long run.
-'''Consecuencias y Legado:'''
+==== Maintenance of Popular Support: ====
+Popular mobilization was crucial for resistance. Insurgent leaders worked tirelessly to maintain the support of the population, understanding that the unity of the people was essential for long-term resistance.
-La independencia de Vallejar en 1829 no solo liberó a la nación del dominio pelaxiano sino que estableció las bases para un estado soberano. Aunque dejó cicatrices profundas, la guerra marcó el nacimiento de una nación independiente y la consolidación de una identidad arraigada en la lucha por la libertad. Los héroes y heroínas de la independencia son recordados como símbolos de valentía y determinación en la historia de Vallejar. La posterior integración al Imperio Loa, aunque inicialmente pacífica, también dejó su huella en la historia y desarrollo de Vallejar. Los eventos de esta guerra han dejado un legado duradero, sirviendo como testimonio de la resiliencia y el espíritu indomable del pueblo vallejariano en su búsqueda de la libertad.
+== Integration into the Loa Empire (1829-1875): ==
+=== Integration Proposal (1829): ===
+[[File:Loa Empire Extent.png|thumb|Map of maximum extent of the Loa Empire.]]After the brutal and bloody war, the Loa Empire, aware of the inhospitable nature of the world, made an unexpected proposal that was well-received by Don Juan Casanova and the Vallejarian people. The proposal involved the integration of Vallejarian territory within the borders of the [[Loa Empire]] but with total freedom and autonomy for the Vallejarian people from imperial institutions. This proved very attractive to Vallejar, leading to integration after ratifying the treaty of the "[[Vallejarian peaceful integration in Loa Empire|Vallejarian peaceful integration in Loa Emprie]]".
+=== Collapse of the Loa Empire (1875): ===
+The stability of the empire crumbled in 1875, resulting in the dissolution of the empire and the amicable separation of Vallejar from the empire. Although international relations remain intact and in good standing, and institutions share certain similarities due to technological, cultural, and economic exchanges.
+The independence of Vallejar in 1829 not only freed the nation from Pelaxian rule but also established the foundations for a sovereign state. Although it left deep scars, the war marked the birth of an independent nation and the consolidation of an identity rooted in the struggle for freedom. The subsequent integration into the Loa Empire, also left its mark on the history and development of Vallejar. The events of this war have left a lasting legacy, serving as a testament to the resilience and indomitable spirit of the Vallejarian people in their quest for freedom.
+[[Category:Vallejar]]
+[[Category:IXWB]]