Krataerbech
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| National motto: All Hail King and Country! | |||
| National anthem: A Midsummer Night | |||
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| Region | The North Atlantic | ||
| Capital | Gesetz | ||
| Largest City | Kholetor | ||
| Population | 400 Million | ||
| Suffrage | 16 | ||
| Official Language(s) | English, German | ||
| Government King
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Kingdom Fredrick the I of Wacholderbusch | ||
| Soverignty | Free Nation | ||
| ISO Nation Code | KRTR | ||
| Currency | Dollar | ||
| Time Zone • Summer (DST) |
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| Internet TLD | .krt | ||
| Calling Code | +19
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| National Symbols • Sport • Animal • Fruit • Flower |
Football Crescent Bear Blueberry Cherry Blossem | ||
| UN Status | Rouge Nation | ||
| Info: NationStates NSEconomy Pipian XML | |||
The Kingdom of Krataerbech, also known as Krataerbech, is a country located in the Stürmisch Ocean. Krataerbech is a constitutional monarchy, with its capital in Gesetz. It is around 2.8 million miles large, and is home to approximetly 400 million people.
Geography
Krataerbech was formed when a large meteor struck its mainland. This meteor created a large crater, which then filled with water. Other meteors struck and created tsunamis in the region, which washed away the craters rims.
Terrain
Krataerbech's landscape mostly consists of coastal plains surrounding high mountain ranges. In the center of the water filled crater is a large volcanic island.
Climate
The climate in Krataerbech is not varied much, with a temperate climate similar to New England/The Great Lakes area being the norm. Winter is typically cold and wet, with snowfalls reaching a high of two feet in most areas. Springtime is marked with warmer tempertures and around the same amount of percipitation. Summer becomes hot and humid with frequent thunderstorms, sometimes occuring more than twice a week. Summer ends hotter and less humid, and this trend continues into early fall. Fall gets gradually colder, and tempertures regularly drop below 40°F by late November.
History
Prehistoric
Years before the first humans of Krataerbech, a large meteor struck the area, which was at the time much larger. The crater filled with sea water, and became oceanic body it is today. Possibly forming from a weakend crust caused by the meteor, a volcano began to form in the center of the gulf. The first people of Krataerbech came much later, possibly not until 10,000 B.C.
Before Civilization
The People of Krataerbech were mostly hunters and gatherers until about 5,000 B.C., when advanced social groups had begun to form. There is little evidence of wars between the tribes on the mainland, stemming from the fact that resources were plentiful and there was no reason to fight over land spaces. This was not true in Brandboden, where many tribes made there living from plundering neighboring villiges.
The Pasonic Era
Tribes in the area where the Ausblickräuber Penninsula now stands had begun to build an immense empire, which would eventually stretch to the entirety of mainland Krataerbech. There civilization, built originally on the trade of cold weather sugar cane products common in the area, was amoung the first in Krataerbech. There growth had a profound effect on the area; as many tribes were eventually absorbed into the empire, and it served as a model for civilizations to come.
The Pasonic era eventually around 300 B.C., when raiders from neighboring areas began to pick off increasingly independent cities of the era. The last emperor of the Pasonic Era is rumured to have called all the city officials in his empire to a meeting, only to poison the food and kill them all. This was the last straw for the empire, and it was dissolved.
Midieval Krataerbech
Krataerbech experienced major changes in this time. Already powerful from the spoils of the fall of the Pasonic Empire, citystates began to expand into large kingdoms. Wars racked the area, and if it wasnt for the unifying effect contact with the Holy Roman Empire caused, they would have continued for centuries. The Holy Roman Empire not only pacified Krataerbech, it also had a profound effect on the culture. The kingdoms were fascinated by there ways and culture, especially that of the Germanic tribes. Many kingdoms kept contact with European nations, trading and learning from them as much as they could until the Black Death swept through Krataerbech, weakening them considerably.
The Renessience
The time of scientific thinking and art in Krataerbech was caused ironically by something completly unconnected: Death. During the Black Death, many rich and influential families not directly connected to there particular kingdoms moved to the then uninhabited volcanic island of Stern Berg. By the late 14th century, the kingdom of Gebirgsgesetz began to attack the relativly weak kingdoms that were still recovering from the Black Death. Their campaign was a huge success, and by early 1401, Krataerbech was unified for the first time. Because the kingdom was able to set there focus on things other than defence, education was valued more highly, and by 1410, the first universitiy in Krataerbech was founded. The Krataerbech Renessience was marked by beautiful architecture, artwork, and advancements in music. Thanks to advancements in technology that made the life of the everyday Krataerian easier, more and more citizens were finding themselves in a new middle class that allowed more time for personal enjoyment. In 1507, King Augustus of Gesetz created the first representative democracy since Ancient Rome. Society drifted from the strong grip the Catholic Church had on them since the first contact with The Holy Roman Empire, and moved towards a more open, non denominational Christian view.
Colonial Expansion
The 15th and 16th centuries were filled with expeditions to far out lands in search of gold, silver, and exotic plants. Although many parts of the world were explored by Krataerian ships, they found many of them either useless or already claimed by nations such as Spain, England, and Portugal. Only one colony was founded during this age, in the nearby Weisslacker islands. These islands were similar to Krataerbech, and therefor almost useless. The islands were used as a penal colony, and was eventually granted independence in 1793.
The Industrial Revolution
Krataerbech took full advantage of the industrial revolution. Although not necessarily innovative, Krataerian designs were usually very well built and sturdy. An example is the first cars built in Krataerbech. While most of the world was building rickety, poorly built cars that could not take rough terrain, Krataerian cars could go through all but the rockiest of roads and trails. Factories were built all over Krataerbech during this period, and the kingdom became rich off the exports of these goods.
The 20th Century
While WWI swept Europe, Krataerbech remained relatively neutral. Aiding the allies only indirectly, they were able to avoid involvement of any troops. The Great Depression made a huge impact on the Kingdom, however. Because Krataerbech relied on a global economy, when the stock market crashed there was no one to sell to. Hundreds of thousands of people lost there jobs, and homelessness hit an all time high. It was not until WWII, when Krataerbech was able to create jobs again by building planes, tanks, and munitions for the Allied forces that the depression ended. After the war, Krataerbech became increasingly isolationist, dealing in only minor regional affairs. This all ended in 1982, when King Johann the XIV of Eisengrube signed a treaty with the United States, reopening trade between the two nations. Krataerbech once again began to export quality products all over the world, and discountinuing there lack of innovation, created the first permanent underwater research facility in the world.
Political Structure
Krataerbech is home to the oldest existing instance of representative democracy, which will turn 500 in 2007. The Krataerian system consists of a King and 6 council members, or Lords. The king is elected by the Lords every 10 years, or in the case of a Kings death. Only Lords and the Kings eldest son are eligible for Kingship. Lordship follows similar rules, with each provience being divided into 6 counties, which are represented by Nobles. The counties elect Nobles from the townships of the county, which are represented by Mayors. Mayors are elected directly by the people of the township. Kings, Lords, Nobles, and Mayors make up the bulk of the political structure; the only department not governed by them is the Judicial Branch, which is elected in a similar fashion.
Culture
Krataerian culture is very unique. Cultural icons include the vastly popular 4 Square, beer, and bears. Most Krataerians are generally thought to be not only kind, but also intellectual and slightly immoral in the well-known sense. Of course, this is not always the case.
Religion
Prior to 1979, Krataerbech was officially Christian, with citizens being able to choose exactly what sect. The last census taken in Krataerbech revieled that 74% of the population was nondenominatal Christian; the runner up being atheist with 12% having no religion.
Education
Education in Krataerbech is modeled on the United States' education system, with a few major changes. All childern ages 5 to 18 are required to go through 13 grades of schooling at a public school from September until May, and complete at least 5 hours of education each day, with 2 hours being dedicated to physical education. In addition, all students are required to partake in at least one interschoolastic sport. Because of this, Krataerians are generally thought to be some of the healthiest people in the world.
Sports
There are 5 major and a myriad of minor proffesional sports in Krataerbech. The most popular is Football, with the other major sports being four square, dodgeball, hockey, and paintball. Professional sports are watched by approximatly 30 million viewers every day, and is one of the nations most lucritive buisiness's.
Music
Music has been an integral part of the Krataerian Culture since the Renneseince in the 14th century. Since then, music has evolved from the multi-peice orchastras to the typical 4-man band of today. Today, rock music is king, and many internationally successful bands call Krataerbech home.
