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<div>{{Infobox nation<br />
|name = Federal Republic of Francisville<br />
|year_start = 2011<br />
|year_end = 2014<br />
|p1 = Democratic Duchy of Francisville<br />
|flag_p1 = Larger flag.png<br />
|image_p1 = <br />
|p2 = Pristinia<br />
|flag_p2 = FCP_flag.png<br />
|p3 = Landashir<br />
|flag_p3 = Antarctico_londaise.png<br />
|p4 = <br />
|flag_p4 = <br />
|p5 = <br />
|flag_p5 = <br />
|s1 = w:United Kingdom<br />
|flag_s1 = Unionflag.png<br />
|s2 = Commonwealth of Rudno<br />
|flag_s2 = Rudno_Flag.png<br />
|s3 = Canton of North Llabdey<br />
|flag_s3 = Flag_north_llabdey.jpg<br />
|image_s1 = <br />
|image1 = [[File:Larger flag.png|150px]]<br />
|image2 = [[File:CoA_Francisville.png|90px]]<br />
|motto = <br />
|anthem = ''None official''<br />
|location = [[File:Francisville_wiki_map.png|250px]]<br/ >Location of '''Francisville <small>(dark green)</small><br />
|capital = None (administration&nbsp;decentralised)<br />
|largest_city = [[Kiirchbuerg]]<br />
|languages = '''Federal''': English <br/ ><br />
'''Cultural''': [[Francillian language|Francillian]], French<br />
'''Regional''': French, German, Ripuarian, Italian, [[Francillian language|Francillian]], [[Francillish]]<br />
|religions = Secular<br />
|demonym = Francillian<br />
|government = [[Federal republic]] and [[direct democracy]] with a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Directorial_system directorial executive]<br />
|head of state = Executive<br />
|head of government = Legislative<br />
|3rd_h = Judiciary<br />
|hos_name = [[Federal Council of Francisville|Federal Council]]<br/><small>Electing the '''Federal President'''</small><br />
|hog_name = Federal Community<br/ ><small>Electing the '''[[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]]'''</small><br />
|3rd_h_name = Federal Supreme Court<br/ ><small>Electing the '''Chief Justice of the Federation'''</small><br />
|legislature = <br />
|type = <br />
|seats = <br />
|election = <br />
|established = 2011<br />
|area = 0.9 km²<br />
|population = 14 <small>(at dissolution)</small><br />
|currency = Francillian Franc<br />
|time_zone = <!--- Timezone ---><br />
|nat_sport = <!--- National sport ---><br />
|nat_dish = <!--- National dish ---><br />
|nat_drink = <!--- National drink ---><br />
|nat_animal = <!--- National animal ---><br />
|pat_saint = <!--- Patron saint ---><br />
|notes = <!--- Relevant notes ---><br />
|web = <!--- Link to website ---><br />
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'''Francisville''', officially the '''Federal Republic of Francisville''' ([[Francillian]]: ''Federalsrepublik Frankestädt'' /[[Francillian#Phonology|fɹʌnkəʃtæt]]/; [[w:French language|French]]: ''République fédérale de Francisville''; [[w:German language|German]]: ''Bundesrepublik Frankestadt''; [[w:Ripuarian language|Ripuarian]]: ''Bondesrepoblėck Frankestädt''; [[w:Italian language|Italian]]: ''Repubblica federale di Francisville''; [[Francillish]]: ''Federaale Republik vus Frankestaad''), was a landlocked [[federal republic]] of four semi-autonomous [[Cantons of Francisville | cantons]], bordered by the [[Landashir]], [[Pristinia]], [[Erephisia]], the [[w:United Kingdom|United Kingdom]] and the [[w:United States|United States]].<br />
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Founded in November [[2008]] as the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]], Francisville was a [[constitutional monarchy]] ruled by the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]]. Between [[2009]] and [[2010]], it was instrumental in the development of the MicroWiki community and a prominent member of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] along with [[Erusia]], [[Technocratic Renasia|Renasia]], [[Petorio]], and [[St.Charlie]]. Francisville has a history of strong neturality, and has never been involved in a micronational war. It became inactive from late [[2011]] until summer [[2012]]. The duchy and monarchy were abolished following a referendum in 2011 which led to a long [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional convention]] which developed the federal state.<br />
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Francisville became a [[federal republic]] and [[direct democracy]] led by a [[w:Directorial_system|directorial]] executive, the [[Federal Council of Francisville|Federal Council]]. Francisville was linguistically diverse, with seven languages being spoken across the federation including the national language, [[Francillian language|Francillian]]. National day was celebrated on November 28th; the foundation date of the Duchy. The nation suffered from internal inactivity leading to its gradual dissolution in Summer 2014.<br />
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==History==<br />
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Originally constituted as a [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|duchy]], Francisville existed in the form of a [[w:Federal republic|federal republic]] since a period in [[2011]] known as the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. The foundation of Francisville is dated back to 28 [[2008#November|November 2008]] with the establishment of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]]. Francisville began to integrate into the MicroWiki community in [[2009#January|January 2009]].<br />
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===Foundation===<br />
:''Main article: [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]]''<br />
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Francisville was founded on November 28, 2008. Upon its formation, Francisville adopted a provisional constitutional structure in the form of a duchy ruled by a powerful [[w:Elective monarchy|elected monarch]], the Archduke<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008-copy National Archives of Francisville: Constitution (2008)]. Retrieved 20/02/2012.</ref>. This title was in altered January 2009 to that of Grand Duke due to the adoption of a new constitution transforming the Democratic Duchy into a constitutional monarchy. Despite these reforms, the Grand Duke retained executive authority over the country through an emergency clause in the constitution.[[File:Francisville flag.jpg|thumb|180px|right|The flag of Francisville until June 2009]] On Febuary 8, 2009, Francisville joined the [[Grand Unified Micronational]]. Francisville soon established itself as a comparatively neutral nation in the community, often condemning the wars that frequently occurred at the time, such as the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] during which Francisville acted as a mediator. <br />
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A third constitution was adopted in March 2009<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-march-2009-text National Archives of Francisville: Constitution (March 2009)] Retrieved 22/02/2012</ref> which allowed the government to claim physical territory, following which Francisville establish the municipalities of Culloden and Dalcross. Francisville joined the [[United Micronations (2008)|United Micronations]] in the same month. In [[2009#April|April 2009]] Jamie Sutherland, Grand Duke of Francisville, proposed that a further constitution be adopted by referendum in order to discontinue the monarchy's executive role and establish a functional legislature. The fourth and final constitution of the Democratic Duchy was adopted in May of that year, and the first election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|Chamber of Deputies]] was completed on June 3, 2009<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 National Archives of Francisville: Legislative Election (May 2009)]Retrieved 22/02/2012</ref>. <br />
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On July 13, Grand Duke Jamie Sutherland was elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]], during which time Francisville's reputation as a neutral power was enhanced by her role as a negotiator in the [[Rhodesian War]]. In response to the conflict, Jamie Sutherland announced Francisville's withdrawal from the UNMCN on July 30. Later that year, Francisville was a signatory to the GUM's Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression. Francisville celebrated her first founders day on November 28, 2009.<br />
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===2010 to Reform Period===<br />
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Francisville again acted as a negotiator during disputes between [[Sandus]] and [[New Scireland (former state)|New Scireland]] in [[2010#January|January 2010]]. The country's international involvement in the MicroWiki community declined as the year progressed, mostly as an effort to distance Francisville from the influence of [[Erusia]]. The second assembly of the Chamber of Deputies was elected in June 2010. Following the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] and the dissolution of [[Erusia]], Francisville showed an increased media presence due to its connection with historical events. In August 2010, interest in a [[Francillian language]] was rekindled. Despite these developments, Francisville increasingly isolated herself from the community and the government had become relatively inactive by November of that year.<br />
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===Federal State===<br />
:''Main article: [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011]]''<br />
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After a six month period of inactivity, discussion concerning the nation's future developed within Francisville's political institutions. In June 2010, the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|Chamber of Deputies]] endorsed a declaration by the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] for the revision of the structure of the state. This declaration advocated a [[w:Consensus democracy|consensus]] based constitutional convention with the aim of establishing a republic with strong elements of direct democracy<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit Declaration of the Republic] Accessed 11/08/2012</ref>. After over a year's worth of debate, consultation and referendums, the Constitution was ratified by an absolute majority of voters on August 30, 2012. Following a period of inactivity, the gradual dissolution of the federal state occurred with unilateral declarations of independence by [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2014/06/04/von-puchow-to-withdraw-from-politics/ The Francillian: Von Puchow to withdraw from politics]. Retrieved 30/12/2015.</ref> and [[Canton of Rudno|Rudno]]<ref>[http://courier.rudno.org/2014/11/rudno-proclaims-commonwealth/ Rudno Courier: Rudno proclaims Commonwealth]. Retrieved 30/12/2015.</ref>. Following a lack of response to these events, the state was considered defunct by the intermicronational community.<br />
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==Geography==<br />
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| caption3 = River and countryside in rural [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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The Federal Republic was situated in [[w:North America|North America]], and [[w:Western Europe|Western]] and [[w:Central Europe|Central]] Europe, occupying approximately one square kilometre of land. It was bordered by three sovereign states (the [[w:United Kingdom|United Kingdom]], the [[w:United States of America|United States]], and [[w:Germany|Germany]]) and three micronations ([[Landashir]], [[Pristinia]] and [[Erephisia]]). The 4km long border between [[Wasserbrueck]] and the United Kingdom was the longest uninterrupted boundary with another state. The federation had no coastline as all four cantons cantons occupied landlocked locations. [[Wasserbrueck]] was bordered by a river to the south and two footbridges linked the canton with the [[w:Scotland|Scotland]].<br />
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Despite the discontinuity of its physical location, Francisville had a broadly consistent geography, consisting mainly of [[w:Woodland|woodland]] and [[w:Rural area|rural areas]]. The country was predominately non-[[w:Urbanization|urbanised]] and farmland comprised approximately 60% of the total land area. The most prominent [[w:Urban area|developed areas]] were in [[New Scireland]] and [[Kiirchbuerg]], which was also Francisville's principle industrial region. The greater area of [[Rudno]] consisted of a significant expance of [[w:Park|park-]] and [[w:Forest|woodland]], as well as a still freshwater body. The territory of [[North Llabdey]] consisted almost entirely of dense woodland which was connected to the border by one road. <br />
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===Climate===<br />
All cantons of Francisville were located within some form of a temperate/mesothermic climatic zone (Group C according to [[w:Köppen_climate_classification|Köppen]]). However, Wasserbrueck, Rudno and North Llabdey, experienced a maritime temperate climate (Köppen Cfb), while New Scireland experienced a humid subtropical climate (Cfa). Regardless of these similar climates, temperatures throughout the Federal Republic varied greatly, with Rudno experiencing the highest temperatures in general and Wasserbrueck the lowest. Precipitation also varied considerably, with the most precipitation occuring in Wasserbrueck.<br />
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==Politics==<br />
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In its federal form, Francisville was a [[w:Federalism|federal]], [[w:Democracy|democratic]] [[w:Republic|republic]] in the form of a [[w:Directorial system|directorial]] [[w:Presidential system|presidential system]]. The political system was laid down by the [[Constitution of Francisville]] which was official enacted in August 2012 following the abolition of the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|monarchy]] by the process of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. This process transformed Francisville from a [[w:Unitary state|unitary]], [[w:Parliamentary system|parliamentary]] [[Constitutional monarchy|monarchy]] into a [[w:Federal republic|federal republic]] by means of democratisation and federalisation through a series of referendums.<br />
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The executive branch consisted of the [[Federal Council of Francisville|Federal Council]] which was directly elected for four month terms. A collegiate body of three, five, or seven executive councillors, it served as the collective [[w:Head of State|Head of State]] and directed the federal administration. The Federal Council elected the [[Federal Council of Francisville#President|President of Francisville]] from amongst its members to act as its presiding member. The president was recognised as a [[w:Primus inter pares|primus inter pares]] with no additional authority who continued in their own department role within the federal administration. The Federal Supreme Court served as the [[w:Constitutional court|constitutional court]]. Justices were be appointed by the Federal Council for one year terms.<br />
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Since the June Convention, Francisville became a [[direct democracy]] at federal level and this continued under the 2012 constitution. Federal laws were determined through a process of referenda and initiatives, deliberated by the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]]. Each canton constituted one electoral district, electing a number of members proportional to its population for four month terms. The Federal Chamber was delegated the responsibilities of drafting federal legislation and proposals were submitted to the people and the cantons. The [[w:Single transferable vote|single transferable vote]] was used for the election of the Federal Council and the Federal Chamber.<br />
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===Direct democracy===<br />
:''See also: [[Elections in Francisville]]''<br />
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The Federal Republic was a highly decentralise state. The cantons had the right to determine their own political systems with the stipulation that this should be in the form of a [[w:Secularism|secular]], [[democracy|democratic]] [[republic]]. The cantons were obliged to institute partial direct democracy by securing the right to a referendum on any law if demanded by one fifth of the population within 28 days of its publication. Referendums were also mandatory for constitutional reforms, and international or intercantonal treaties and agreements.<br />
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===Administrative divisions===<br />
:''Main article: [[Cantons of Francisville]]''<br />
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The federation consisted of four semi-autonomous cantons.<br />
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{| border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" float="right" style="border-collapse:collapse; background:#ffffff;"<br />
|- bgcolor="#f0f0f0"<br />
! Map !! Flag !! [[Cantons of Francisville|Canton]] !! Area (km²) !! Population<br />
|-<br />
|rowspan="5" |{{Cantons of Francisville map}}<br />
|- style="height: 75px;"<br />
|[[File:Flag_Canton_New_Scireland.png|50px]] || [[Canton of New Scireland|New Scireland]] || 0.002 || 4<br />
|- style="height: 75px;"<br />
|[[File:Flag_north_llabdey.jpg|50px]] || [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]] || 0.02 || 1<br />
|- style="height: 75px;"<br />
|[[File:Rudno_flag_small.jpg|50px]] || [[Canton of Rudno|Rudno]] || 0.3 || 2<br />
|- style="height: 75px;"<br />
|[[File:Flag_of_Wasserbrueck.png|50px|border]] || [[Canton of Wasserbrueck|Wasserbrueck]] || 0.67 || 7<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
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The cantons established their own constitutions, governments, and legal systems. The cantons were considered autonomous entities in their own right, and maintained authority over all matters that were not explicitly delegated to the federation by the [[Constitution of Francisville|constitution]] or federal law. The cantons of [[Canton of New Scireland|New Scireland]] and [[Canton of Wasserbrueck|Wasserbrueck]] were formed through the division of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]], whereas [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Lladbey]] and [[Canton of Rudno|Rudno]] were integrated into the federation during the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional convention]].<br />
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The cantons were free to determine their own internal structure. Administrative divisions varied between individual cantons but collectively they were loosely referred to as [[Districts of Francisville|districts]]. The canton of [[North Llabdey]] was a unitary state with no district level of government.<br />
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==Languages==<br />
''See also: [[Francillian language]]<br />
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The federal nature of the state made Francisville a linguistically diverse country due to the fact that the [[Cantons of Francisville|cantons]] regulated their own official languages. [[w:English language|English]] was the only language with legal standing at federal level, and [[Canton of Rudno|Rudno]] was the only canton where it was not an official language. Apart from English, the most commonly spoken languages in Francisville were French (62%), German (42%), and Italian (31%). Additionally, the [[w:Ripuarian language|Ripuarian language]] was spoken and official in [[Canton of Rudno|Rudno]]. Rudno was also the only canton to have a citizen who had not attained a native level in the English language.<br />
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Francisville was known for development of [[Francillian]]; a [[w:Central Franconian|central franconian]] based [[w:Constructed language|constructed language]] originating in [[canton of Wasserbrueck|Wasserbrueck]]. Although it was only official in this one canton, it became considered the [[w:National language|national language]] and was used for cultural purposes throughout the country. Some figures called for the language to become an official at federal level but no further discussion developed on the issue. [[Francillish]], a related language, was spoken in [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]] which neighboured [[Landashir]].<br />
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==Culture==<br />
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===Media===<br />
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Francisville was home to a relatively rich media landscape. The still operating ''[[The Francillian]]'' was established as a privately-published online newspaper about the political affairs of [[Francisville]] and, to a much lesser extent, the MicroWiki community at large. There was also a Francillian-language publication, ''d'Zäit'' ([[Francillian language|Francillian]]: The Time[s]), an equally privately maintained online cultural magazine.<br />
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Furthermore, some cantons were in relative proximity to other micronations and thus benefited from coverage by their news agencies. The [[Canton of Rudno]] had regular access to [[Pristinia]]n publications including the ''Pristinian Herald'', the ''Pioniermagazin'' and the ''Weiherland-Kurier'' (for further information, see: [[Media and entertainment in Pristinia]]), whereas the [[Canton of North Llabdey]] benefited from coverage by the [[St.Charlian Observer]] due to neighbouring [[Landashir]]'s membership in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]].<br />
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===Cuisine===<br />
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Francillian cuisine was dominated by its confectionery, bakedstuffs and alcoholic beverages. In fact, the '''Francillian apple pie''' achieved the status of somewhat of a meme within the MicroWiki community, as an image thereof which had not yet been inserted into an article was mistaken for a useless, random image unrelated to micronationalism.<br />
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===Society===<br />
{{Quote|The organs of state are established for [...] the protection of human rights and dignity.|§2.I of the 2012 Francillian Constitution}}<br />
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The principles underlying the Federal Republic was representative of an egalitarian, libertarian ''weltanschauung'' influenced by the works of [[w:John Locke|John Locke]] (such as his ''[[w:Two Treatises of Government|Two Treatises of Government]]''), among others. At the time, the Francillian people, in general, placed great emphasis on human, civil, political, scientific and cultural rights with the rights section of its current constitutional draft is the longest single section of its constitution and was presumed to be one of the largest legal document outlining citizens' rights in all of micronationalism. Hence, most citizens of the Federal Republic could, in terms of their social views, have been accurately described as modern humanists.<br />
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===Sports===<br />
Francisville as a nation was not very active in terms of ball sports, though many citizens enjoyed chess, cycling and hiking. An event was also planned for the future where citizens from across Francisville will be invited to participate in a non-competitive cayaking tour of Scotland via its canals.<br />
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In terms of the activity of watching sport as a form of entertainment, the most commonly watched sports were football (soccer), table tennis and handball. However, most Francillians did not regularly watch sports or even strongly support any team, as other leisure activities, such as reading, writing and the composition of music, were more popular within Francisville.<br />
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==See also==<br />
* [[Index of Francisville-related articles]]<br />
* [[Outline of Francisville]]<br />
* [[Portal:Francisville]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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The '''Districts of Francisville''' was the term loosely used to describe the internal political subdivisons of the [[Cantons of Francisville|cantons]] of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]]. According to the [[Constitution of Francisville]], the cantons retained the right to determine their own internal organisation, therefore the structure and powers of local communities vared between the cantons.<br />
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==Function==<br />
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The cantons determined the structure and authority of the local communities. This table shows the variation in local government that existed between the cantons including their executive and legislative authorities:<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
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! Canton<br />
! Subdivisions<br />
! colspan="2" | Governance<br />
! Competences<br />
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|rowspan="2"| [[File:Flag Canton New Scireland.png|25px]] [[New Scireland]]<br />
|rowspan="2"| Districts<br />
|Executive<br />
|[[w:Mayor|Mayor]]<br />
|rowspan="2"| [[w:Public library|libraries]], [[w:State school|public education]],<br />
|-<br />
| Legislative<br />
| [[w:Town meeting|Municipal Assembly]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag north llabdey.jpg|25px]] [[North Llabdey]]<br />
| colspan="5" style="text-align:center"|Unitary state<br />
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| rowspan="3" | [[File:Rudno flag small.jpg|25px]] [[Rudno]]<br />
| rowspan="2" | Communes<br />
| rowspan="2" | Executive<br />
| [[w:Mayor|Mayor]] ''(urban)''<br />
| rowspan="2" | [[w:Law enforcement|law enforcement]], [[w:Public library|libraries]], [[w:Infrastructure|infrastructure]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[w:Reeve|Commune reeve]] ''(rural)''<br />
|-<br />
| Unincorporated areas<br />
| colspan="3" | ''None''<br />
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|rowspan="2"| [[File:Flag of Wasserbrueck.png|25px]] [[Wasserbrueck]]<br />
|rowspan="2"| Burghs<br />
|Executive<br />
|[[w:Provost (civil)|Provost]]<br />
|rowspan="2"| [[w:Public library|libraries]], [[w:Civil registry|civil registry]], [[w:primary education|primary education]], [[w:Environmental law|environmental regulation]]<br />
|-<br />
| Legislative<br />
| [[w:Town meeting|Municipal Assembly]]<br />
|}<br />
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==List of Districts==<br />
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===New Scireland===<br />
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New Scireland was subdivided into two districts:<br />
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*Castle Hesperus<br />
*Scireland<br />
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===North Llabdey===<br />
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[[North Llabdey]] was a [[w:unitary state|unitary state]] without any internal subdivisions. Due to its limited infrastructure, the canton's government buildings were located in [[Sycamore Booker]] which acted as its administrative centre. This was under the full sovereignty of the [[Community of Landashir]].<br />
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===Rudno===<br />
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The subdivisions in Rudno were known as communes (de: ''Gemeinden'', ksh: ''Jemejnde'') and unincorporated areas (de: ''uneingemeindete Gebiete'', ksh: ''uninjemengte Jebeete'').<br />
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There were two types of communes, rural and urban. Rural communes had a commune reeve (de: ''Gemeindegrev'', ksh: ''Jemejndejreef'') as their executive, while urban communes had mayors (de: ''Bürgermeister'', ksh: ''Bürjermejster''). Urban communes could further associate into urban conglomerations, in which case the inhabitants of said conglomeration further elected a supreme mayor (de: ''Oberbürgermeister'', ksh: ''Oberbürjermejster'') to preside over a metropolitan council (consisting of the individual mayors).<br />
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The unincorporated areas, unlike communes, did not have offices associated with them, or in fact any form of associated authority. They were considered subdivisions of the canton with no autonomy or devolution. They exist for various purposes, such as law enforcement boundaries (as some urban police forces had jurisdiction extending into certain surrounding unincorporated areas).<br />
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There were only two communes, both urban, and no conglomerations:<br />
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* Commune of Brückenrath (Mayor: [[Sebastian Linden]])<br />
* Commune of Uferblick (Mayor: [[Helen Linden]])<br />
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The remainder of Rudnan territory was organised into 5 unincorporated areas:<br />
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* Northern Territory<br />
* Lakeside North<br />
* Lakeside<br />
* Arborea<br />
* Southern Territory<br />
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===Wasserbrueck===<br />
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The [[Canton of Wasserbrueck]] was originally subdivided into Counties. A county could be granted [[w:Burgh|burgh]] status, similar to city status in other cantons. Wasserbrueck consisted of three districts:<br />
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*Burgh of [[Kiirchbuerg]]<br />
*County of Ennerau<br />
*County of Gréngefeld<br />
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The cantonal assembly voted to merge ''Ennerau'' and ''Gréngefeld'' into the ''Burgh of Dallaschyle'' in [[2012]], reducing the number of local authorities to two.<br />
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==See also==<br />
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[[Cantons of Francisville]]<br />
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The '''Districts of Francisville''' was the term loosely used to describe the internal political subdivisons of the [[Cantons of Francisville|cantons]] of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]]. According to the [[Constitution of Francisville]], the cantons retained the right to determine their own internal organisation, therefore the structure and powers of local communities vared between the cantons.<br />
<br />
==Function==<br />
<br />
The cantons determined the structure and authority of the local communities. This table shows the variation in local government that existed between the cantons including their executive and legislative authorities:<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Canton<br />
! Subdivisions<br />
! colspan="2" | Governance<br />
! Competences<br />
|-<br />
|rowspan="2"| [[File:Flag Canton New Scireland.png|25px]] [[New Scireland]]<br />
|rowspan="2"| Districts<br />
|Executive<br />
|[[w:Mayor|Mayor]]<br />
|rowspan="2"| [[w:Public library|libraries]], [[w:State school|public education]],<br />
|-<br />
| Legislative<br />
| [[w:Town meeting|Municipal Assembly]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag north llabdey.jpg|25px]] [[North Llabdey]]<br />
| colspan="5" style="text-align:center"|Unitary state<br />
|-<br />
| rowspan="3" | [[File:Rudno flag small.jpg|25px]] [[Rudno]]<br />
| rowspan="2" | Communes<br />
| rowspan="2" | Executive<br />
| [[w:Mayor|Mayor]] ''(urban)''<br />
| rowspan="2" | [[w:Law enforcement|Law enforcement]], [[w:Public library|libraries]], [[w:Infrastructure|infrastructure]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[w:Reeve|Commune reeve]] ''(rural)''<br />
|-<br />
| Unincorporated areas<br />
| colspan="3" | ''None''<br />
|-<br />
|rowspan="2"| [[File:Flag of Wasserbrueck.png|25px]] [[Wasserbrueck]]<br />
|rowspan="2"| Burghs<br />
|Executive<br />
|[[w:Provost (civil)|Provost]]<br />
|rowspan="2"| [[w:Public library|Libraries]], [[w:Civil registry|civil registry]], [[w:primary education|primary education]], [[w:Environmental law|environmental regulation]]<br />
|-<br />
| Legislative<br />
| [[w:Town meeting|Municipal Assembly]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==List of Districts==<br />
<br />
===New Scireland===<br />
<br />
New Scireland was subdivided into two districts:<br />
<br />
*Castle Hesperus<br />
*Scireland<br />
<br />
===North Llabdey===<br />
<br />
[[North Llabdey]] was a [[w:unitary state|unitary state]] without any internal subdivisions. Due to its limited infrastructure, the canton's government buildings were located in [[Sycamore Booker]] which acted as its administrative centre. This was under the full sovereignty of the [[Community of Landashir]].<br />
<br />
===Rudno===<br />
<br />
The subdivisions in Rudno were known as communes (de: ''Gemeinden'', ksh: ''Jemejnde'') and unincorporated areas (de: ''uneingemeindete Gebiete'', ksh: ''uninjemengte Jebeete'').<br />
<br />
There were two types of communes, rural and urban. Rural communes had a commune reeve (de: ''Gemeindegrev'', ksh: ''Jemejndejreef'') as their executive, while urban communes had mayors (de: ''Bürgermeister'', ksh: ''Bürjermejster''). Urban communes could further associate into urban conglomerations, in which case the inhabitants of said conglomeration further elected a supreme mayor (de: ''Oberbürgermeister'', ksh: ''Oberbürjermejster'') to preside over a metropolitan council (consisting of the individual mayors).<br />
<br />
The unincorporated areas, unlike communes, did not have offices associated with them, or in fact any form of associated authority. They were considered subdivisions of the canton with no autonomy or devolution. They exist for various purposes, such as law enforcement boundaries (as some urban police forces had jurisdiction extending into certain surrounding unincorporated areas).<br />
<br />
There were only two communes, both urban, and no conglomerations:<br />
<br />
* Commune of Brückenrath (Mayor: [[Sebastian Linden]])<br />
* Commune of Uferblick (Mayor: [[Helen Linden]])<br />
<br />
The remainder of Rudnan territory was organised into 5 unincorporated areas:<br />
<br />
* Northern Territory<br />
* Lakeside North<br />
* Lakeside<br />
* Arborea<br />
* Southern Territory<br />
<br />
===Wasserbrueck===<br />
<br />
The [[Canton of Wasserbrueck]] was originally subdivided into Counties. A county could be granted [[w:Burgh|burgh]] status, similar to city status in other cantons. Wasserbrueck consisted of three districts:<br />
<br />
*Burgh of [[Kiirchbuerg]]<br />
*County of Ennerau<br />
*County of Gréngefeld<br />
<br />
The cantonal assembly voted to merge ''Ennerau'' and ''Gréngefeld'' into the ''Burgh of Dallaschyle'' in [[2012]], reducing the number of local authorities to two.<br />
<br />
==See also==<br />
<br />
[[Cantons of Francisville]]<br />
<br />
{{FrancisvilleTopics}}<br />
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<div>{{WIP}}<br />
<br />
The '''Districts of Francisville''' was the term loosely used to describe the internal political subdivisons of the [[Cantons of Francisville|cantons]] of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]]. According to the [[Constitution of Francisville]], the cantons retained the right to determine their own internal organisation, therefore the structure and powers of local communities vared between the cantons.<br />
<br />
==Function==<br />
<br />
The cantons determined the structure and authority of the local communities. This table shows the variation in local government that existed between the cantons including their executive and legislative authorities:<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Canton<br />
! Subdivisions<br />
! colspan="2" | Governance<br />
! Competences<br />
|-<br />
|rowspan="2"| [[File:Flag Canton New Scireland.png|25px]] [[New Scireland]]<br />
|rowspan="2"| Districts<br />
|Executive<br />
|[[w:Mayor|Mayor]]<br />
|rowspan="2"| [[w:Public library|Libraries]], [[w:State school|education]], ''under debate''<br />
|-<br />
| Legislative<br />
| [[w:Town meeting|Municipal Assembly]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag north llabdey.jpg|25px]] [[North Llabdey]]<br />
| colspan="5" style="text-align:center"|Unitary state<br />
|-<br />
| rowspan="3" | [[File:Rudno flag small.jpg|25px]] [[Rudno]]<br />
| rowspan="2" | Communes<br />
| rowspan="2" | Executive<br />
| [[w:Mayor|Mayor]] ''(urban)''<br />
| rowspan="2" | [[w:Law enforcement|Law enforcement]], [[w:Public library|libraries]], [[w:Infrastructure|infrastructure]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[w:Reeve|Commune reeve]] ''(rural)''<br />
|-<br />
| Unincorporated areas<br />
| colspan="3" | ''None''<br />
|-<br />
|rowspan="2"| [[File:Flag of Wasserbrueck.png|25px]] [[Wasserbrueck]]<br />
|rowspan="2"| Burghs<br />
|Executive<br />
|[[w:Provost (civil)|Provost]]<br />
|rowspan="2"| [[w:Public library|Libraries]], [[w:Civil registry|civil registry]], [[w:primary education|primary education]]<br />
|-<br />
| Legislative<br />
| [[w:Town meeting|Municipal Assembly]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==List of Districts==<br />
<br />
===New Scireland===<br />
<br />
New Scireland was subdivided into two districts:<br />
<br />
*Castle Hesperus<br />
*Scireland<br />
<br />
===North Llabdey===<br />
<br />
[[North Llabdey]] was a [[w:unitary state|unitary state]] without any internal subdivisions. Due to its limited infrastructure, the canton's government buildings were located in [[Sycamore Booker]] which acted as its administrative centre. This was under the full sovereignty of the [[Community of Landashir]].<br />
<br />
===Rudno===<br />
<br />
The subdivisions in Rudno were known as communes (de: ''Gemeinden'', ksh: ''Jemejnde'') and unincorporated areas (de: ''uneingemeindete Gebiete'', ksh: ''uninjemengte Jebeete'').<br />
<br />
There were two types of communes, rural and urban. Rural communes had a commune reeve (de: ''Gemeindegrev'', ksh: ''Jemejndejreef'') as their executive, while urban communes had mayors (de: ''Bürgermeister'', ksh: ''Bürjermejster''). Urban communes could further associate into urban conglomerations, in which case the inhabitants of said conglomeration further elected a supreme mayor (de: ''Oberbürgermeister'', ksh: ''Oberbürjermejster'') to preside over a metropolitan council (consisting of the individual mayors).<br />
<br />
The unincorporated areas, unlike communes, did not have offices associated with them, or in fact any form of associated authority. They were considered subdivisions of the canton with no autonomy or devolution. They exist for various purposes, such as law enforcement boundaries (as some urban police forces had jurisdiction extending into certain surrounding unincorporated areas).<br />
<br />
There were only two communes, both urban, and no conglomerations:<br />
<br />
* Commune of Brückenrath (Mayor: [[Sebastian Linden]])<br />
* Commune of Uferblick (Mayor: [[Helen Linden]])<br />
<br />
The remainder of Rudnan territory was organised into 5 unincorporated areas:<br />
<br />
* Northern Territory<br />
* Lakeside North<br />
* Lakeside<br />
* Arborea<br />
* Southern Territory<br />
<br />
===Wasserbrueck===<br />
<br />
The [[Canton of Wasserbrueck]] was originally subdivided into Counties. A county could be granted [[w:Burgh|burgh]] status, similar to city status in other cantons. Wasserbrueck consisted of three districts:<br />
<br />
*Burgh of [[Kiirchbuerg]]<br />
*County of Ennerau<br />
*County of Gréngefeld<br />
<br />
The cantonal assembly voted to merge ''Ennerau'' and ''Gréngefeld'' into the ''Burgh of Dallaschyle'' in [[2012]], reducing the number of local authorities to two.<br />
<br />
==See also==<br />
<br />
[[Cantons of Francisville]]<br />
<br />
{{FrancisvilleTopics}}<br />
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<div>{{WIP}}<br />
<br />
The '''Districts of Francisville''' was the term loosely used to describe the internal political subdivisons of the [[Cantons of Francisville|cantons]] of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]]. According to the [[Constitution of Francisville]], the cantons retained the right to determine their own internal organisation, therefore the structure and powers of local communities vared between the cantons.<br />
<br />
==Function==<br />
<br />
The cantons determined the structure and authority of the local communities.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Canton<br />
! Subdivisions<br />
! colspan="2" | Governance<br />
! Competences<br />
|-<br />
|rowspan="2"| [[File:Flag Canton New Scireland.png|25px]] [[New Scireland]]<br />
|rowspan="2"| Districts<br />
|Executive<br />
|[[w:Mayor|Mayor]]<br />
|rowspan="2"| [[w:Public library|Libraries]], [[w:State school|education]], ''under debate''<br />
|-<br />
| Legislative<br />
| [[w:Town meeting|Municipal Assembly]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag north llabdey.jpg|25px]] [[North Llabdey]]<br />
| colspan="5" style="text-align:center"|Unitary state<br />
|-<br />
| rowspan="3" | [[File:Rudno flag small.jpg|25px]] [[Rudno]]<br />
| rowspan="2" | Communes<br />
| rowspan="2" | Executive<br />
| [[w:Mayor|Mayor]] ''(urban)''<br />
| rowspan="2" | [[w:Law enforcement|Law enforcement]], [[w:Public library|libraries]], [[w:Infrastructure|infrastructure]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[w:Reeve|Commune reeve]] ''(rural)''<br />
|-<br />
| Unincorporated areas<br />
| colspan="3" | ''None''<br />
|-<br />
|rowspan="2"| [[File:Flag of Wasserbrueck.png|25px]] [[Wasserbrueck]]<br />
|rowspan="2"| Burghs<br />
|Executive<br />
|[[w:Provost (civil)|Provost]]<br />
|rowspan="2"| [[w:Public library|Libraries]], [[w:Civil registry|civil registry]], [[w:primary education|primary education]]<br />
|-<br />
| Legislative<br />
| [[w:Town meeting|Municipal Assembly]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==List of Districts==<br />
<br />
===New Scireland===<br />
<br />
New Scireland was subdivided into two districts:<br />
<br />
*Castle Hesperus<br />
*Scireland<br />
<br />
===North Llabdey===<br />
<br />
[[North Llabdey]] was a [[w:unitary state|unitary state]] without any internal subdivisions. Due to its limited infrastructure, the canton's government buildings were located in [[Sycamore Booker]] which acted as its administrative centre. This was under the full sovereignty of the [[Community of Landashir]].<br />
<br />
===Rudno===<br />
<br />
The subdivisions in Rudno were known as communes (de: ''Gemeinden'', ksh: ''Jemejnde'') and unincorporated areas (de: ''uneingemeindete Gebiete'', ksh: ''uninjemengte Jebeete'').<br />
<br />
There were two types of communes, rural and urban. Rural communes had a commune reeve (de: ''Gemeindegrev'', ksh: ''Jemejndejreef'') as their executive, while urban communes had mayors (de: ''Bürgermeister'', ksh: ''Bürjermejster''). Urban communes could further associate into urban conglomerations, in which case the inhabitants of said conglomeration further elected a supreme mayor (de: ''Oberbürgermeister'', ksh: ''Oberbürjermejster'') to preside over a metropolitan council (consisting of the individual mayors).<br />
<br />
The unincorporated areas, unlike communes, did not have offices associated with them, or in fact any form of associated authority. They were considered subdivisions of the canton with no autonomy or devolution. They exist for various purposes, such as law enforcement boundaries (as some urban police forces had jurisdiction extending into certain surrounding unincorporated areas).<br />
<br />
There were only two communes, both urban, and no conglomerations:<br />
<br />
* Commune of Brückenrath (Mayor: [[Sebastian Linden]])<br />
* Commune of Uferblick (Mayor: [[Helen Linden]])<br />
<br />
The remainder of Rudnan territory was organised into 5 unincorporated areas:<br />
<br />
* Northern Territory<br />
* Lakeside North<br />
* Lakeside<br />
* Arborea<br />
* Southern Territory<br />
<br />
===Wasserbrueck===<br />
<br />
The [[Canton of Wasserbrueck]] was originally subdivided into Counties. A county could be granted [[w:Burgh|burgh]] status, similar to city status in other cantons. Wasserbrueck consisted of three districts:<br />
<br />
*Burgh of [[Kiirchbuerg]]<br />
*County of Ennerau<br />
*County of Gréngefeld<br />
<br />
The cantonal assembly voted to merge ''Ennerau'' and ''Gréngefeld'' into the ''Burgh of Dallaschyle'' in [[2012]], reducing the number of local authorities to two.<br />
<br />
==See also==<br />
<br />
[[Cantons of Francisville]]<br />
<br />
{{FrancisvilleTopics}}<br />
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| name = [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] Jamie Sutherland [[OBS]], [[Jamie Sutherland#Awards and decorations|et al.]]<br />
| native name = ''Former [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] of [[Francisville]]''<br />
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| caption = Private Interview in [[Wasserbrueck]], [[2015]].<br />
| office 1 = [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
| assumed/in 1 = In<br />
| date 1 = November [[2008]] - June [[2011]]<br />
| predecessor 1 = Office established<br />
| successor 1 = Office abolished<br />
| office 2 = First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]]<br />
| assumed/in 2 = Assumed<br />
| predecessor 2 = Office established<br />
| successor 2 = Office abolished<br />
| date 2 = June [[2012]] - June [[2014]]<br />
| hos 3 = Vice-Chair<br />
| hos name 3 = [[Alexander Reinhardt]] <small>(13 Jul - 27 Sep)</small>,<br/ >''Office Vacant'' <small>(27 Sep - 13 Oct)</small><br />
| office 3 = 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
| assumed/in 3 = In<br />
| date 3 = 13 July 2009 - 13 October 2009<br />
| predecessor 3 = [[Robert Lethler]]<br />
| successor 3 = [[Robert Lethler]]<br />
| birthdate = 27 August 1993<br />
| birthplace = [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
<br />
In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
<br />
His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
<br />
==Early life==<br />
<br />
He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
<br />
==Micronationalism==<br />
<br />
He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
<br />
{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
<br />
===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
<br />
[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involvement in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Quorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his complicity in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who was removed from office on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed constitutional proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimously accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history. Whilst serving as First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]], he oversaw the introduction of [[w:Free public transport|free public transport]] for citizens travelling between the canton and [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]. He also established the ''National Archives of Francisville'' in [[2010]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. [[File:Austenasia_State_Visit.jpg|thumb|300px|right|alt=|Sutherland <small>(far right)</small> during a state visit to [[Austenasia]]]] His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>. Despite his lack of activity in the MicroWiki community during the time, he actively opposed the ban of [[Sebastian Linden]] (then known as [[Mark Dresner]]). He was one of only few micronationalists to oppose the ban along with [[Jonathan I, Emperor of Austenasia|Jonathan I]] of [[Austenasia]], [[Marka Mejakhansk]] of [[Nemkhavia]] and [[Astrid I of Zealandia|Astrid I]] of [[Zealandia]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/02/15/observations/ Observations], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 February [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involvement in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Quorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his complicity in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who was removed from office on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed constitutional proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimously accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history. Whilst serving as First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]], he oversaw the introduction of [[w:Free public transport|free public transport]] for citizens travelling between the canton and [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]. He also established the National Archives of Francisville in [[2010]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. [[File:Austenasia_State_Visit.jpg|thumb|300px|right|alt=|Sutherland <small>(far right)</small> during a state visit to [[Austenasia]]]] His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>. Despite his lack of activity in the MicroWiki community during the time, he actively opposed the ban of [[Sebastian Linden]] (then known as [[Mark Dresner]]). He was one of only few micronationalists to oppose the ban along with [[Jonathan I, Emperor of Austenasia|Jonathan I]] of [[Austenasia]], [[Marka Mejakhansk]] of [[Nemkhavia]] and [[Astrid I of Zealandia|Astrid I]] of [[Zealandia]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/02/15/observations/ Observations], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 February [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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| date 2 = June [[2012]] - June [[2014]]<br />
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| hos name 3 = [[Alexander Reinhardt]] <small>(13 Jul - 27 Sep)</small>,<br/ >''Office Vacant'' <small>(27 Sep - 13 Oct)</small><br />
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| date 3 = 13 July 2009 - 13 October 2009<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involvement in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Quorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his complicity in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who was removed from office on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed constitutional proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimously accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history. Whilst serving as First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]], he oversaw the introduction of [[w:Free public transport|free public transport]] for citizens travelling between the canton and [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]. He also established the National Archives of Francisville in [[2012]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. [[File:Austenasia_State_Visit.jpg|thumb|300px|right|alt=|Sutherland <small>(far right)</small> during a state visit to [[Austenasia]]]] His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>. Despite his lack of activity in the MicroWiki community during the time, he actively opposed the ban of [[Sebastian Linden]] (then known as [[Mark Dresner]]). He was one of only few micronationalists to oppose the ban along with [[Jonathan I, Emperor of Austenasia|Jonathan I]] of [[Austenasia]], [[Marka Mejakhansk]] of [[Nemkhavia]] and [[Astrid I of Zealandia|Astrid I]] of [[Zealandia]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/02/15/observations/ Observations], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 February [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Category:Francisville]]<br />
[[Category:OBS Recipients]]<br />
[[Category:Founders of nations]]<br />
[[Category:Politicians]]<br />
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| name = [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] Jamie Sutherland [[OBS]], [[Jamie Sutherland#Awards and decorations|et al.]]<br />
| native name = ''Former [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] of [[Francisville]]''<br />
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| caption = Private Interview in [[Wasserbrueck]], [[2015]].<br />
| office 1 = [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
| assumed/in 1 = In<br />
| date 1 = November [[2008]] - June [[2011]]<br />
| predecessor 1 = Office established<br />
| successor 1 = Office abolished<br />
| office 2 = First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]]<br />
| assumed/in 2 = Assumed<br />
| predecessor 2 = Office established<br />
| successor 2 = Office abolished<br />
| date 2 = June [[2012]] - June [[2014]]<br />
| hos 3 = Vice-Chair<br />
| hos name 3 = [[Alexander Reinhardt]] <small>(13 Jul - 27 Sep)</small>,<br/ >''Office Vacant'' <small>(27 Sep - 13 Oct)</small><br />
| office 3 = 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
| assumed/in 3 = In<br />
| date 3 = 13 July 2009 - 13 October 2009<br />
| predecessor 3 = [[Robert Lethler]]<br />
| successor 3 = [[Robert Lethler]]<br />
| birthdate = 27 August 1993<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involvement in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Quorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his complicity in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who was removed from office from on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed constitutional proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimously accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history. Whilst serving as First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]], he oversaw the introduction of [[w:Free public transport|free public transport]] for citizens travelling between the canton and [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]. He also established the National Archives of Francisville in [[2012]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. [[File:Austenasia_State_Visit.jpg|thumb|300px|right|alt=|Sutherland <small>(far right)</small> during a state visit to [[Austenasia]]]] His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>. Despite his lack of activity in the MicroWiki community during the time, he actively opposed the ban of [[Sebastian Linden]] (then known as [[Mark Dresner]]). He was one of only few micronationalists to oppose the ban along with [[Jonathan I, Emperor of Austenasia|Jonathan I]] of [[Austenasia]], [[Marka Mejakhansk]] of [[Nemkhavia]] and [[Astrid I of Zealandia|Astrid I]] of [[Zealandia]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/02/15/observations/ Observations], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 February [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Category:Francisville]]<br />
[[Category:OBS Recipients]]<br />
[[Category:Founders of nations]]<br />
[[Category:Politicians]]<br />
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| native name = ''Former [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] of [[Francisville]]''<br />
| image = JSinterview2015.jpg<br />
| caption = Private Interview in [[Wasserbrueck]], [[2015]].<br />
| office 1 = [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
| assumed/in 1 = In<br />
| date 1 = November [[2008]] - June [[2011]]<br />
| predecessor 1 = Office established<br />
| successor 1 = Office abolished<br />
| office 2 = First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]]<br />
| assumed/in 2 = Assumed<br />
| predecessor 2 = Office established<br />
| successor 2 = Office abolished<br />
| date 2 = June [[2012]] - June [[2014]]<br />
| hos 3 = Vice-Chair<br />
| hos name 3 = [[Alexander Reinhardt]] <small>(13 Jul - 27 Sep)</small>,<br/ >''Office Vacant'' <small>(27 Sep - 13 Oct)</small><br />
| office 3 = 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
| assumed/in 3 = In<br />
| date 3 = 13 July 2009 - 13 October 2009<br />
| predecessor 3 = [[Robert Lethler]]<br />
| successor 3 = [[Robert Lethler]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involvement in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Quorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his complicity in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed constitutional proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimously accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history. Whilst serving as First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]], he oversaw the introduction of [[w:Free public transport|free public transport]] for citizens travelling between the canton and [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]. He also established the National Archives of Francisville in [[2012]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. [[File:Austenasia_State_Visit.jpg|thumb|300px|right|alt=|Sutherland <small>(far right)</small> during a state visit to [[Austenasia]]]] His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>. Despite his lack of activity in the MicroWiki community during the time, he actively opposed the ban of [[Sebastian Linden]] (then known as [[Mark Dresner]]). He was one of only few micronationalists to oppose the ban along with [[Jonathan I, Emperor of Austenasia|Jonathan I]] of [[Austenasia]], [[Marka Mejakhansk]] of [[Nemkhavia]] and [[Astrid I of Zealandia|Astrid I]] of [[Zealandia]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/02/15/observations/ Observations], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 February [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Category:Francisville]]<br />
[[Category:OBS Recipients]]<br />
[[Category:Founders of nations]]<br />
[[Category:Politicians]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Quorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his complicity in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed constitutional proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimously accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history. Whilst serving as First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]], he oversaw the introduction of [[w:Free public transport|free public transport]] for citizens travelling between the canton and [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]. He also established the National Archives of Francisville in [[2012]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. [[File:Austenasia_State_Visit.jpg|thumb|300px|right|alt=|Sutherland <small>(far right)</small> during a state visit to [[Austenasia]]]] His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>. Despite his lack of activity in the MicroWiki community during the time, he actively opposed the ban of [[Sebastian Linden]] (then known as [[Mark Dresner]]). He was one of only few micronationalists to oppose the ban along with [[Jonathan I, Emperor of Austenasia|Jonathan I]] of [[Austenasia]], [[Marka Mejakhansk]] of [[Nemkhavia]] and [[Astrid I of Zealandia|Astrid I]] of [[Zealandia]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/02/15/observations/ Observations], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 February [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Quorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his complicity in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed constitutional proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimously accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history. Whilst serving as First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]], he oversaw the introduction of [[w:Free public transport|free public transport]] for citizens travelling between the canton and [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]. He also established the National Archives of Francisville in [[2012]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. [[File:Austenasia_State_Visit.jpg|thumb|300px|right|alt=|Sutherland <small>(far right)</small> during a state visit to [[Austenasia]]]] His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>. Despite his lack of activity in the MicroWiki community during the time, he actively opposed the ban of [[Sebastian Linden]] (then known as [[Mark Dresner]]). He was one of only few micronationalists to oppose the ban along with [[Jonathan I, Emperor of Austenasia|Jonathan I]] of [[Austenasia]], [[Marka Mejakhansk]] of [[Nemkhavia]] and [[Astrid I of Zealandia|Astrid I]] of [[Zealandia]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/02/15/observations/ Observations], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 February [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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| hos name 3 = [[Alexander Reinhardt]] <small>(13 Jul - 27 Sep)</small>,<br/ >''Office Vacant'' <small>(27 Sep - 13 Oct)</small><br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Quorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed constitutional proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimously accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history. Whilst serving as First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]], he oversaw the introduction of [[w:Free public transport|free public transport]] for citizens travelling between the canton and [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]. He also established the National Archives of Francisville in [[2012]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. [[File:Austenasia_State_Visit.jpg|thumb|300px|right|alt=|Sutherland <small>(far right)</small> during a state visit to [[Austenasia]]]] His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>. Despite his lack of activity in the MicroWiki community during the time, he actively opposed the ban of [[Sebastian Linden]] (then known as [[Mark Dresner]]). He was one of only few micronationalists to oppose the ban along with [[Jonathan I, Emperor of Austenasia|Jonathan I]] of [[Austenasia]], [[Marka Mejakhansk]] of [[Nemkhavia]] and [[Astrid I of Zealandia|Astrid I]] of [[Zealandia]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/02/15/observations/ Observations], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 February [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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[[Category:Politicians]]<br />
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| native name = ''Former [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] of [[Francisville]]''<br />
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| office 1 = [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
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| date 1 = November [[2008]] - June [[2011]]<br />
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| office 2 = First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]]<br />
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| predecessor 2 = Office established<br />
| successor 2 = Office abolished<br />
| date 2 = June [[2012]] - June [[2014]]<br />
| hos 3 = Vice-Chair<br />
| hos name 3 = [[Alexander Reinhardt]] <small>(13 Jul - 27 Sep)</small>,<br/ >''Office Vacant'' <small>(27 Sep - 13 Oct)</small><br />
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| assumed/in 3 = In<br />
| date 3 = 13 July 2009 - 13 October 2009<br />
| predecessor 3 = [[Robert Lethler]]<br />
| successor 3 = [[Robert Lethler]]<br />
| birthdate = 27 August 1993<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Quorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed constitutional proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimously accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history. Whilst serving as First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]], he oversaw the introduction of [[w:Free public transport|free public transport]] for citizens travelling between the canton and [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]. He also established the National Archives of Francisville in [[2012]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. [[File:Austenasia_State_Visit.jpg|thumb|right|alt=|Sutherland <small>(far right)</small> during a state visit to [[Austenasia]]]] His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>. Despite his lack of activity in the MicroWiki community during the time, he actively opposed the ban of [[Sebastian Linden]] (then known as [[Mark Dresner]]). He was one of only few micronationalists to oppose the ban along with [[Jonathan I, Emperor of Austenasia|Jonathan I]] of [[Austenasia]], [[Marka Mejakhansk]] of [[Nemkhavia]] and [[Astrid I of Zealandia|Astrid I]] of [[Zealandia]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/02/15/observations/ Observations], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 February [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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{{reflist}}<br />
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[[Category:Francisville]]<br />
[[Category:OBS Recipients]]<br />
[[Category:Founders of nations]]<br />
[[Category:Politicians]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Quorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed constitutional proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimously accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history. Whilst serving as First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]], he oversaw the introduction of [[w:Free public transport|free public transport]] for citizens travelling between the canton and [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]. He also established the National Archives of Francisville in [[2012]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. [[File:Austenasia_State_Visit.jpg|thumb|right|alt=|Sutherland <small>(far right)</small> during a state visit to [[Austenasia]]]] His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>. Despite his lack of activity in the MicroWiki community during the time, he actively opposed the ban of [[Sebastian Linden]] (then known as [[Mark Dresner]]). He was one of only few micronationalists to oppose the ban along with [[Jonathan I, Emperor of Austenasia|Jonathan I]] of [[Austenasia]], [[Marka Mejakhansk]] of [[Nemkhavia]] and [[Astrid I of Zealandia|Astrid I]] of [[Zealandia]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/02/15/observations/ Observations], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 February [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Quorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed constitutional proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimously accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history. Whilst serving as First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]], he oversaw the introduction of [[w:Free public transport|free public transport]] for citizens travelling between the canton and [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]. He also established the National Archives of Francisville in [[2012]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>. Despite his lack of activity in the MicroWiki community during the time, he actively opposed the ban of [[Sebastian Linden]] (then known as [[Mark Dresner]]). He was one of only few micronationalists to oppose the ban along with [[Jonathan I, Emperor of Austenasia|Jonathan I]] of [[Austenasia]], [[Marka Mejakhansk]] of [[Nemkhavia]] and [[Astrid I of Zealandia|Astrid I]] of [[Zealandia]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/02/15/observations/ Observations], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 February [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Quorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed constitutional proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimously accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history. Whilst serving as First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]], he oversaw the introduction of [[w:Free public transport|free public transport]] for citizens travelling between the canton and [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]. He also established the National Archives of Francisville in [[2012]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>. Despite his lack of activity in the MicroWiki community during the time, he actively opposed the ban of [[Sebastian Linden]] (then known as [[Mark Dresner]]). He was one of only few micronationalists to oppose the ban along with [[Jonathan I, Emperor of Austenasia|Jonathan I]] of [[Austenasia]], [[Marka Mejakhansk]] of [[Nemkhavia]] and [[Astrid I of Zealandia|Astrid I]] of [[Zealandia]].<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed constitutional proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimously accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history. Whilst serving as First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]], he oversaw the introduction of [[w:Free public transport|free public transport]] for citizens travelling between the canton and [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]. He also established the National Archives of Francisville in [[2012]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>. Despite his lack of activity in the MicroWiki community during the time, he actively opposed the ban of [[Sebastian Linden]] (then known as [[Mark Dresner]]). He was one of only few micronationalists to oppose the ban along with [[Jonathan I, Emperor of Austenasia|Jonathan I]] of [[Austenasia]], [[Marka Mejakhansk]] of [[Nemkhavia]] and [[Astrid I of Zealandia|Astrid I]] of [[Zealandia]].<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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| native name = ''Former [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] of [[Francisville]]''<br />
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| date 1 = November [[2008]] - June [[2011]]<br />
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| office 2 = First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]]<br />
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| successor 2 = Office abolished<br />
| date 2 = June [[2012]] - June [[2014]]<br />
| hos 3 = Vice-Chair<br />
| hos name 3 = [[Alexander Reinhardt]] <small>(13 Jul - 27 Sep)</small>,<br/ >''Office Vacant'' <small>(27 Sep - 13 Oct)</small><br />
| office 3 = 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
| assumed/in 3 = In<br />
| date 3 = 13 July 2009 - 13 October 2009<br />
| predecessor 3 = [[Robert Lethler]]<br />
| successor 3 = [[Robert Lethler]]<br />
| birthdate = 27 August 1993<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed constitutional proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimously accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history. Whilst serving as First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]], he oversaw the introduction of [[w:Free public transport|free public transport]] for citizens travelling between the canton and [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]. He also established the National Archives of Francisville in [[2012]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed constitutional proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimous accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history. Whilst serving as First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]], he oversaw the introduction of [[w:Free public transport|free public transport]] for citizens travelling between the canton and [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]. He also established the National Archives of Francisville in [[2012]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
<br />
===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed constitutional proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimous accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history. Whilst serving as First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]], he oversaw the introduction of [[w:Free public transport|free public transport]] for citizens travelling between the canton and [[w:Scotland|Scotland]]. He also established the National Archives of Francisville in [[2012]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]</ref>. The proposal was unanimous accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history.<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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[[Category:OBS Recipients]]<br />
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| native name = ''Former [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] of [[Francisville]]''<br />
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| date 1 = November [[2008]] - June [[2011]]<br />
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| date 2 = June [[2012]] - June [[2014]]<br />
| hos 3 = Vice-Chair<br />
| hos name 3 = [[Alexander Reinhardt]] <small>(13 Jul - 27 Sep)</small>,<br/ >''Office Vacant'' <small>(27 Sep - 13 Oct)</small><br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed proposals which emphasized [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] thereby abolishing the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/citizens-will-vote-on-disputed-issues/ Citizens will vote on disputed isues], [[The Francillian]], 15 February [[2012]]. The proposal was unanimous accepted by the electorate making it the most popular proposal in the nation's history.<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
<br />
==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. He released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. After the declaration, he became a prominent figure in the convention and he pushed proposals which emphasized [[[[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], [[w:Decrentralization|decentralization]], and [[w:Workers' self-management|workers' self-management]]. He succesfully proposed a constitutional amendment which limited [[w:Legal personality|legal personality]] to [[w:Cooperatives|co-operatives]] and [[w:Mutual organization|mutual organisation]] which abolished the concept of the [[w:Corporation|private corporation]] in Francisville. The proposal was unanimous accepted by the electorate with the highest voter turnout of any referendum in the nation's history.<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Category:OBS Recipients]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
<br />
His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
<br />
==Early life==<br />
<br />
He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
<br />
==Micronationalism==<br />
<br />
He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
<br />
{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
<br />
The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
<br />
===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
<br />
[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
<br />
As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
<br />
Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His released a statement in [[2011]] calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional convention to develop an alternative democratic form of government<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/113BKgqu4mqZt7VqwkA3zXMcyFWqO-9KkzW4hyRA0oyI/edit?usp=sharing Declaration of the Republic], [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Ducal]] Office, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>.<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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In additional to his role as the founder of [[Francisville]], his legacy is characterized by his role as a constitutional reformer and the founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]].<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
<br />
Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as the temporary [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as provisional [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micronational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Despite his distrust of intermicronational organisations, he agreed to act as provisional [[Juclandia|Juclandian]] delegate to the [[Grand Unified Micrionational|GUM]] during a post-conference quorum. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also permitted the establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lethler controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also allowed establishment of territorial land claims for the first time in the nation's history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lether controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/polination/ POLINATION 2012: “I TOLD YOU THAT THERE WERE MORE OF US”], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 15 July 2012</ref>. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]<ref>[http://austenasianewsarchives.webs.com/ Polination 2012 Weekend], Austenasian News Archive, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lether controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He was again hosted by [[James von Puchow]] with whom he visited Landashir and [[Canton of North Llabdey|North Llabdey]]. The conference was followed by a state visit to [[Austenasia]] organised by [[Jonathan_I,_Emperor_of_Austenasia|Crown Prince Jonathan]] which Sutherland attended with [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]] and [[Will Sörgel]] of [[Sandus]]. He later dined with [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] and [[James Lunam]] of [[St.Charlie]] where the parties discussed topical issues such as the [[Robert Lethler|Lether controversy]] and [[w:Scottish Independence|Scottish independence]].<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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He carried out state visits on behalf of both the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Duchy]] and the [[Federal Republic of Francisville|Federal Republic]]. He visited the [[Community of Landashir]] in [[2010]] on a visit hosted by [[James von Puchow]]. In [[2012]], he attended [[PoliNation 2012|PoliNation: 2nd International Conference on Micronations]] where he delivered a presentation focusing on Francisville's [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|constitutional reforms]]<ref>[http://www.micronationconference.com/London_Conference_Schedule_01072012.pdf London Conference Schedule, 14 June 2012], [http://www.micronationconference.com/], Accessed 01/01/16.<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He represented Francisville to the [[European Micronational Culture Organisation]] and [[Germanophony]] but he developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. He developed a skeptical position on intermicronational organisations as his career developed. On 23 April [[2012]], he proposed a referendum which ended Francisville's [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Permanent_observers|Permanent Observer]] of status of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], a status the nation had held since the re-restablishment of the GUM in August [[2011]]. His constitutional proposals also introduced the requirement of a referendum for membership in any intermicronational organisations<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/last-survey-results-published-23/ Latest Survey Results Published], [[The Francillian]], 19 March [[2012]]</ref>.<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>.<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]/</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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Acting as [[Francisville]]'s primary intermicronational representative in his role as [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]], he is credited with establishing Francisville's reputation as a neutral power with a commitment to diplomacy and co-operation. His signature was legally required for any international treaty and he negotiated agreements with numerous states including [[St.Charlie]] and [[Flandrensis]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/home/francisville-flandrensis-treaty-2008 Treaty between the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis and the Democratic Duchy of Francisville], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>.<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Pristinia]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]/</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Francisville]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs<ref>[http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/special-congress-story-003 Opening Addresses Recieved Well by Congress], [http://erusiacentralnews.wikidot.com/start Erusian Central News], 31 August [[2009]]</ref>. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]/</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Category:OBS Recipients]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-january-2009 Constitution of Francisville, January 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Access 01/01/16</ref>. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/legislative-election-may-2009 Francillian Legislative Election, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-may-2009 Constitution of Francisville, May 2009], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16</ref>. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Francisville]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
<br />
He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]/</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Category:Francisville]]<br />
[[Category:OBS Recipients]]<br />
[[Category:Founders of nations]]<br />
[[Category:Politicians]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
<br />
==Early life==<br />
<br />
He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
<br />
He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville<ref>[https://sites.google.com/site/francisvillearchives/constitution-of-francisville/constitution-2008 Constitution of Francisville, 2008], National Archives of Francisville, Accessed 01/01/16]</ref>. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history. Sutherland noted:<br />
<br />
{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Francisville]], [[2013]]}}<br />
<br />
The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
<br />
===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]/</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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{{reflist}}<br />
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[[Category:Francisville]]<br />
[[Category:OBS Recipients]]<br />
[[Category:Founders of nations]]<br />
[[Category:Politicians]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
<br />
==Early life==<br />
<br />
He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
<br />
==Micronationalism==<br />
<br />
He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history. Sutherland noted:<br />
<br />
{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Francisville]], [[2013]]}}<br />
<br />
The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
<br />
===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
<br />
[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]/</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville later remained temporarily outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy<ref>[https://francillian.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/constitution-proposals-prove-popular/ Constitution Proposals Prove Popular], [[The Francillian]], 16 January [[2012]]</ref>. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Francisville]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]/</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville remained outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Category:OBS Recipients]]<br />
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[[Category:Politicians]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]<ref>[http://pastebin.com/eVc1qdce Sebastian Linden at CCPS Part Conference], [[Sandus]], 9 Nov [[2013]]</ref>. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]</ref>.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
<br />
He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
<br />
He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Francisville]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
<br />
===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
<br />
As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
<br />
Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
<br />
He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]/</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville remained outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Category:OBS Recipients]]<br />
[[Category:Founders of nations]]<br />
[[Category:Politicians]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
<br />
In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
<br />
His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/reinhardts-corner-rotary/ Reinhardt's Corner: The Rotary Club of MicroWiki], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 9 April [[2011]]<ref/>.<br />
<br />
==Early life==<br />
<br />
He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
<br />
==Micronationalism==<br />
<br />
He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history. Sutherland noted:<br />
<br />
{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Francisville]], [[2013]]}}<br />
<br />
The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
<br />
===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
<br />
[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
<br />
As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
<br />
Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
<br />
He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]/</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville remained outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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===Domestic policies===<br />
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{{WIP}}<br />
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===Foreign relations===<br />
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{{WIP}}<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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{{reflist}}<br />
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[[Category:Francisville]]<br />
[[Category:OBS Recipients]]<br />
[[Category:Founders of nations]]<br />
[[Category:Politicians]]<br />
[[Category:People born in 1993]]</div>FrancisvilleAdminhttps://micronations.wiki/index.php?title=James_Stewart&diff=129529James Stewart2016-01-01T16:16:14Z<p>FrancisvilleAdmin: /* Grand Unified Micronational */</p>
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| name = [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] Jamie Sutherland [[OBS]], [[Jamie Sutherland#Awards and decorations|et al.]]<br />
| native name = ''Former [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] of [[Francisville]]''<br />
| image = JSinterview2015.jpg<br />
| caption = Private Interview in [[Wasserbrueck]], [[2014]].<br />
| office 1 = [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
| assumed/in 1 = In<br />
| date 1 = November [[2008]] - June [[2011]]<br />
| predecessor 1 = Office established<br />
| successor 1 = Office abolished<br />
| office 2 = First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]]<br />
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| predecessor 2 = Office established<br />
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| hos name 3 = [[Alexander Reinhardt]] <small>(13 Jul - 27 Sep)</small>,<br/ >''Office Vacant'' <small>(27 Sep - 13 Oct)</small><br />
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| predecessor 3 = [[Robert Lethler]]<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
<br />
In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
<br />
His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics.<br />
<br />
==Early life==<br />
<br />
He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
<br />
==Micronationalism==<br />
<br />
He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history. Sutherland noted:<br />
<br />
{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Francisville]], [[2013]]}}<br />
<br />
The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
<br />
===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
<br />
[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
<br />
As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
<br />
Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
<br />
He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>[https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair'], [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]/</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville remained outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
<br />
==Political Career==<br />
<br />
===Domestic policies===<br />
<br />
{{WIP}}<br />
<br />
===Foreign relations===<br />
<br />
{{WIP}}<br />
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==Personal life==<br />
<br />
Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
<br />
He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
<br />
==Awards and decorations==<br />
<br />
*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
<br />
===Past decorations===<br />
<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Category:Francisville]]<br />
[[Category:OBS Recipients]]<br />
[[Category:Founders of nations]]<br />
[[Category:Politicians]]<br />
[[Category:People born in 1993]]</div>FrancisvilleAdminhttps://micronations.wiki/index.php?title=James_Stewart&diff=129528James Stewart2016-01-01T16:12:58Z<p>FrancisvilleAdmin: /* Grand Unified Micronational */</p>
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
<br />
In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
<br />
His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics.<br />
<br />
==Early life==<br />
<br />
He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
<br />
==Micronationalism==<br />
<br />
He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history. Sutherland noted:<br />
<br />
{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Francisville]], [[2013]]}}<br />
<br />
The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
<br />
===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
<br />
[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
<br />
As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
<br />
Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
<br />
He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/ 'Emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair', [[St.Charlian Observer]], 3 March [[2010]]/</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville remained outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
<br />
==Political Career==<br />
<br />
===Domestic policies===<br />
<br />
{{WIP}}<br />
<br />
===Foreign relations===<br />
<br />
{{WIP}}<br />
<br />
==Personal life==<br />
<br />
Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
<br />
He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
<br />
==Awards and decorations==<br />
<br />
*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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| name = [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] Jamie Sutherland [[OBS]], [[Jamie Sutherland#Awards and decorations|et al.]]<br />
| native name = ''Former [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] of [[Francisville]]''<br />
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| office 1 = [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
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| date 1 = November [[2008]] - June [[2011]]<br />
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| successor 1 = Office abolished<br />
| office 2 = First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]]<br />
| assumed/in 2 = Assumed<br />
| predecessor 2 = Office established<br />
| successor 2 = Office abolished<br />
| date 2 = June [[2012]] - June [[2014]]<br />
| hos 3 = Vice-Chair<br />
| hos name 3 = [[Alexander Reinhardt]] <small>(13 Jul - 27 Sep)</small>,<br/ >''Office Vacant'' <small>(27 Sep - 13 Oct)</small><br />
| office 3 = 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
| assumed/in 3 = In<br />
| date 3 = 13 July 2009 - 13 October 2009<br />
| predecessor 3 = [[Robert Lethler]]<br />
| successor 3 = [[Robert Lethler]]<br />
| birthdate = 27 August 1993<br />
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[[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Dr.]] '''Jamie Sutherland [[Order of the Blue Star|OBS]] [[Austenasian Order|IKA]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|ACCL]] ''' (formerly '''His Grace James I, [[Grand Duke of Francisville]]''') is a micronational statesman associated with the former state of [[Francisville]]. The founder of the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] in [[2008]], he reigned as the [[Grand Duke of Francisville|Grand Duke]] from the establishment of the nation until the abolition of the monarchy by his own initiative on 1 June [[2011]]. Due to his participation in intermicronational politics during the early days of the [[Grand Unified Micronational]], he has become regarded as one of the principle architects of the early [[MicroWiki|MicroWiki Community]] along with [[Alexander Reinhardt]] of [[St.Charlie]], [[Jacob Tierney]] of [[Renasia]], and [[James von Puchow]] of [[Landashir]]. He served two terms as the Supreme Tribune of the organisation and became elected [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chair of the Quorum of Delegates]] during the time of the [[Rhodesian War|Rhodesian]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War|New Euro-Erusian]] conflicts. His diplomatic efforts established Francisville as a prominent neutral power.<br />
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In [[Francisville|Francillian]] domestic politics, he is praised as a constitutional reformer and the founding father of the [[Federal Republic of Francisville]] due to his position as the the intellectual founder of the [[Francillian Constitutional Convention 2011|June Convention]]. His influence was credited with the nation's commitment to international [[w:Country_neutrality_(international_relations)|neutrality]], its system of [[w:Direct democracy|direct democracy]], and its [[w:Left-libertarianism|left libertarian]] political philosophy. He drafted the federal constitution which was commended for its robust protection of [[w:Civil liverties|civil liberties]] and [[w:Economic, social and cultural rights|economic, social and cultural rights]]. Following the promulgation of the constitution, he was elected as the President of the [[Federal Chamber of Francisville|Federal Chamber]] and the First Minister of [[Wasserbrueck]].<br />
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His micronational activity decreased following the [[Federal Republic of Francisville#Federal State|disestablishment]] of Francisville in [[2014]]. He remains a respected political figure and he is periodically invited to comment on the [[History of the MicroWiki Community|history of the MicroWiki Community]] and advise on micronational constitutional politics.<br />
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==Early life==<br />
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He was born in [[w:Inverness|Inverness]], capital of the [[w:Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] of [[w:Scotland|Scotland]] in August 1993. He developed an early interest in political theory and the history of political reform. He has cited numerous early influences on his political outlook including the liberal tendencies of the [[w:Scottish enlightenment|Scottish Enlightenment]] as well as the [[w:Highland Clearances|land movement]] and [[w:Red Clydeside|political radicalism in the early labour movement]].<br />
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==Micronationalism==<br />
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He became familiar with micronationalism whilst he was completing his secondary education when he was exposed to nations such as [[w:Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]]. Following discussion with other interested individuals, he drafted and promulgated a provisional constitution for the [[Democratic Duchy of Francisville]] on 28th November [[2008]]. Under Emergency Clause I.VII, the constitution established a powerful elected monarchy under the administration of the [[w:Archduke|Archduke]] of Francisville. Amendments adopted on 16 January [[2009]] transferred the duties of the monarch to the [[Grand Duke of Francisville]] who was provisionally held to account by initiatives of direct democracy. On 8 May [[2009]], Sutherland proposed the adoption of a revised constitution which transformed the state into a [[w:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], allowing for the election of the [[Chamber of Deputies (Francisville)|first legislature]] on 3 June [[2009]]. The May 2009 constitution also allowed to establish territorial land claims for the first time in the nations history. Sutherland noted:<br />
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{{Quote|Our approach to micronationalism was that the sovereignty of a micronational state derives from the sovereignty of the individuals who compose its national community. As an expression of this sovereignty, micronationalism allows communities of individuals who profess the same values and aspirations to form institutions which represent and further them. I have seen territorial possession as strictly tertiary and nonfundamental to the legitimacy of a micronation|Private Interview, [[Francisville]], [[2013]]}}<br />
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The Duchy established two territorial regions in [[2009]] which provided physical locations for the nation's activities. In line with Francisville's guiding view on micronational sovereignty, the territorial claims were not considered essential to the nation's existence and they were frequently altered.<br />
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===Grand Unified Micronational===<br />
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[[Democratic Duchy of Francisville|Francisville]] was admitted to the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] on 8 January [[2009]] as one of the first members of the organisation other than the [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#History|constitutionally recognised founding member states]]. From 13 February until 13 April. Francisville served on the first [[GUM Security Council]] along with [[Scientopia]] and the [[Ohio Empire]]. The credentials of Francisville as a neutral power were first bolstered by its involved in peace talks during the [[Meissner-Antifan War]] when Sutherland also served as a juror on the ''Special Tribunal to Investigate Allegations of [[Empire of New Europe|New European]] Racism''. His judicial efforts contributed to his election as [[Grand_Unified_Micronational#Justice_Commission|Supreme Tribune of the Justice Commission]] with his election backed by [[Robert Lethler]] and [[Alexander Reinhardt]]. Serving in this office from 13 April - 13 July [[2009]], he presided over the trial of [[Scientopia]] for inappropriate release of [[Empire of New Europe|New Europe]]'s secure information.<br />
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As the international representative of Francisville to the Qurorum of Delegates, he was considered responsible for Francisville's heavy involvement in the early days of the organisation. He successfully maintained the nation's constitutional neutrality during the [[Siple War]] and [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. He was elected as 3rd [[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational|Chairman of the Quorum of Delegates]] on 13 July [[2009]]. His chairmanship was marked by the outbreak of the [[Rhodesian War]] which led to the demise of the [[United_Micronations_(2008)|United Micronations (UNMCN)]] and the hegemony of the GUM over the MicroWiki community. Sutherland withdrew Francisville from the UNMCN and acted as a principle negotiator during the conflict, signing the peace agreement along with [[Robert Lethler]] on 2 August [[2009]]. He was later a signatory to the [[Treaty of Universal Non-Aggression]] at the close of the [[New Euro-Erusian War]]. <br />
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Sutherland's chairmanship was noted for his successful diplomatic efforts which marked the end of the transition between the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Conflict Era|Conflict Era]] and the [[History of the MicroWiki Community#Peaceful Era|Peaceful Era]]. Despite this, he later expressed concerns about his role in establishing the power of [[Robert Lethler]] over intermicronational affairs. He has also criticized figures who have justified Lethler's influence. Sutherland had been assisted by [[Alexander Reinhardt]] as Vice-Chairman who resigned from the organisation on 27 August 2009 in response to the [[Observergate]] scandal, which was later revealed as an experiment contrived by Lethler. A similar incident occurred with the scandal surrounding the return of [[Peter I of Erusia]] after which Sutherland proposed his resignation from the office of chair. In response to defense of Lethler, he has responded that these events were unjustified interventions which diverted the community's attention from productive projects and encouraged intermicronational conflict. His term as chairman ended on 13 October 2009 after serving a term of 92 days.<br />
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He served a second term as Supreme Tribune from 13 October [[2009]] until 13 January [[2010]]. The end of his term marked the gradual decrease of Francisville's involvement in the GUM. The nation ceased to hold any position within the organisation after this date although Sutherland continued to comment on its political affairs<ref>https://stcharlianobserver.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/emergency-vote-of-no-confidence-nominated-reinhardt-as-gum-vice-chair/</ref>. Sutherland's desire to draw Francisville away from [[Erusia]]'s influence was considered as the primary motivation behind this decision. Francisville remained outside of the MicroWiki Community until the exposure of [[Robert Lethler]] in July [[2010]].<br />
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==Political Career==<br />
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Sutherland divides his time between his two residences in [[w:Edinburgh|Edinburgh]] and [[w:Aberdeen|Aberdeen]]. He is a graduate of the [[w:University of Edinburgh|University of Edinburgh]] where he majored in [[w:Analytic philosophy|analytic philosophy]] and [[w:Theoretical linguistics|theoretical linguistics]] whilst also completing courses in [[w:mathematics|mathematics]] and [[w:Formal logic|logic]]. He is an amateur maritime historian interested in the technological and economic development of modern [[w:Ocean liner|passenger steamships]]. The [[w:Olympic-class ocean liner|Olympic Class Liners]] of the [[w:White Star Line|White Star Line]] are a particular focus of his knowledge. He has an expert knowledge of [[w:Scotch Whisky|Scotch Whisky]] and organizes occasional whisky tastings.<br />
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He is a member of [[w:Amnesty International|Amnesty International]], the [[w:Electoral Reform Society|Electoral Reform Society]] and the [[w:Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament|Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament]]. He has been [[w:Vegetarianism|vegetarian]] since age 17.<br />
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==Awards and decorations==<br />
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*[[File:Vlag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus|Knight of the Holy Military Order of Saint Polycarpus]] - 14 July 2009<br />
*[[File:Flagv3.png|border|25px]] [[New European Order of the Reich|Ritter of the Order of the Reich]] - 27 October 2009<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Cavaliere of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 13 February 2009<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Order of Bohr|Knight of the Order of Bohr]] - 30 August 2010<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards 2011|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 26 September 2011<br />
*[[File:Antarctico londaise.png|border|25px]] [[Companion of the Community of Landashir|Academic Companion of the Community of Landashir]] - 1 January 2012<br />
*[[File:FCP_flag.png|border|25px]] [[Pristinian Award of Appreciation#Awards April 2012|Pristinian Award of Appreciation]] - 30 April 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|25px]] [[Austenasian Order|Imperial Knight of the Austenasian Order]] - 15 September 2012<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Blue Star|Ufficiale of the Order of the Blue Star]] - 14 April 2014<br />
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===Past decorations===<br />
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*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Gods|Knight of the Order of the Gods]] - 9 September 2010<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[Order of the Sovereign Eagle|Officer of the Order of the Sovereign Eagle]] - 13 January 2011<br /><br />
''Obsolete, Discontinued on 30 July 2011.''<br />
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==See also==<br />
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*[[Francisville]]<br />
*[[Grand Duke of Francisville]]<br />
*[[Chair of the Grand Unified Micronational]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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{{reflist}}<br />
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[[Category:Francisville]]<br />
[[Category:OBS Recipients]]<br />
[[Category:Founders of nations]]<br />
[[Category:Politicians]]<br />
[[Category:People born in 1993]]</div>FrancisvilleAdmin