Republic of the Calverlins
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 Flag | |
| Anthem: "Wilt heden nu treden" | |
| Status | Semi-active |
| Capital | New Leonard |
| Largest city | Wasusu |
| Official languages | English |
| Recognised national languages | English, Dutch |
| Demonym(s) | Calvertin |
| Government | Constitutional semi-democracy |
• Head of state | Jacob Vancapelle |
| Legislature | N/A |
| Founded | |
• First Kingdom established | 12 April 2022 |
• Dalesh Reformation | 13 March 2024 |
| Currency | United States dollar |
| Date format | dd-mm-yyyy |
| Driving side | right |
| IMSO 1 code | CAL |
The Republic of the Calverlins (/ˈkælˈrvʌrˈliz/), informally known as the Calverts, is a constituent country within the People's Republic of the Dales, situated within the U.S. state of Maryland.
Etymology
The name derives from the group of Calvert family settlers in North America. The name was given to the nation in honor of Leonard Calvert, who governed Maryland as a colony in 1634. In August 2021, the name was made plural in regards to the former provinces of Natlin.
History
Origins in the 17th Century
George Calvert, 1st Baron Baltimore wished to create a haven for English Catholics in North America, which at the time was considered the "New World". After having visited the Americas and founding a Colony of Avalon (now modern day Newfoundland), he convinced King Charles I to grant him a second territory. Upon Baltimore's death in 1632 the grant was transferred to his eldest son Cecil, the 2nd Baron Baltimore. This period of time is considered to be the inspiration of the Calverlins.
Vulhalin
Vancapelle, fueled by a resurgence of interest in micronationas, spearheaded the establishment of the Empire of Vulhalin. However, as Vancapelle's focus gradually shifted towards the State of Faltree, Vulhalin ceased to occupy a prominent position in his priorities. Despite sporadic engagements, Vulhalin languished in a state of dormancy for several months until March 2022, when Vancapelle initiated the preliminary groundwork that would eventually pave the way for the emergence of the Calverlins.
Founding
The Kingdom of Calverlin was formally inaugurated on 14 April 2022, under the leadership of Vancapelle, who assumed the mantle of kingship. Vancapelle would orchestrate the transfer of significant territories from Vulhalin to the Calverlins. The establishment of New Leonard as the capital city was emblematic of Vancapelle's vision, evoking a colonial nuance that he, at the time, sought to instill within the culture of the Calverlins.
Constituency Era
In February 2024, amidst a period of relative inactivity, the Calverlins transitioned into a constituent kingdom within the broader administrative framework of the Dales. However, this phase of integration was short-lived, as the Dales underwent a reformation into a constitutional semi-democratic state, prompting the Calverlins and other constituent entities into republics. The reformation would mark a beginning to social progressivism within the Dales.