Post by Canton Rouge on Feb 15, 2008 22:42:45 GMT -5
OOC: Here is the AR version of Canton Rouge
Full name: The United Provinces of Canton Rouge
Short name: Canton Rouge
Local name: United Canton Rouge Provinces
Official language(s): English, French, German, Dutch
Capital: Paris
Currency: Euro Frank
National animal: Bear
Motto: "Strength through Unity, Liberty, and Equality"
National Anthem: "La Marseillaisae"
Population: 4.5 billion
Government
Head of State: Jacques Voorjent
Head of Government: Jacques Voorjent, Samantha Klauen
Leaders
*Timothy Matthews - (2007-2008) Stepped down, allowed elections.
*Marc Dentonine - (2008-2016) Served two terms, increased foreign relations
*Susanne Le Droien - (2016-2020) Served one term, propsed European Union idea
*Henri Van Winkler - (2020-2028) Served two terms, responsible for setting term limits
*Clara Mentonville - (2028-2036) Served two terms, responsible for removing terroist base in Middle East
*Lars Ventstrumm - (2036-2040) Served one term
*Jean Masalarni - (2040-2048) Served two terms
*Karl Von Strugel - (2048-2052) Served one term
*Jean Henterloin - (2052-2060) Served two terms
*Michael VesKlaven - (2060-2068) Served two terms
*Franz Messlen - (2068-2072) Served one term
*Jacques Voorjent - (2072-
?) Current president
Foreign Relations
As a member of the HTO, Canton Rouge experiences friendly relations with most, if not all member states. Key nations amomg them are Porcu, Protoa, Robengrad, and Nakarak.
Likewise, there are nations with whom Canton Rouge has labeled as enemy states. The key worry now is the recent revival of the Pacific States Coalition. Following the second collapse of the PSC in a recent war, Canton Rouge once again finds itself with few, if any hostile neighbors capable of harming Canton Rouge
Society
Ethnicities: French, German, English, Italian
Religions: Mostly atheist, with a few portions of Protestants and Calvinists
Languages: English, French, German, Dutch, Italian
Economy:
Canton Rouge prides itself on its private sector. In fact, the major businesses dominating the private and public sector are: Arms Manufacturing, Computer Manufacturing, Vehicle Manufacturing, and Technology exporting.
Quite recently, companies have begun setting up firms, factories, etc. overseas to not only increase manufacturing, but also to be more globally active.
Administration: N$801,964,796,186.40 3%
Social Welfare: N$2,405,894,388,559.20 9%
Healthcare: N$4,277,145,579,660.80 16%
Education: N$5,881,075,172,033.60 22%
Religion & Spirituality: N$0.00 0%
Defense: N$9,356,255,955,508.00 35%
Law & Order: N$0.00 0%
Commerce: N$2,138,572,789,830.40 8%
Public Transport: N$534,643,197,457.60 2%
The Environment: N$0.00 0%
Social Equality: N$1,336,607,993,644.00 5%
Exchange Rate: N$1 = $1.2893
Gross Domestic Product: N$31,323,401,472,880.00
GDP Per Capita: N$26,863.98
Unemployment Rate: 6.01%
Consumption: N$4,591,241,600,000.00
Government Budget: N$27,277,714,156,000.00
Government Expenditures: N$26,732,159,872,880.00
Government Waste: N$545,554,283,120.00
Imports: N$3,659,275,873,000.00
Geography and Climate
Highest point: Col d' Italie (10,567 ft.)
Lowest point: Carlson Polderland (-31 ft.)
Avg. summer tempurature: 85 degrees farenheit
Avg. winter tempurature: 30 degrees farenheit
The climate of Canton Rouge varies throughout the nation. In the north, where the land is flat, it can get very hot and sunny with precipitation mainly falling in the fall and winter seasons. Towards the center, it cools off considerably. In the south, where the mountain ranges are located, it isn't unusual for the area to be raining in the warmer seasons, or snowing when it is cooler.
Army
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Canton Rouge Infantry on Patrol during the Six Day War of 2052
The army of Canton Rouge is frequently known for being tactful, resourceful, and most importantly, deadly. Going from a mediocre army around 2005 to one of the world's best in 2075, it is no wonder that Canton Rouge frequently provides soldiers for peacekeeping, restoration of order, and war.
Canton Rouge Army: 15,000,000 people
Canton Rouge Airforce: 10,700,000 people
Canton Rouge Navy: 10,000,000 people
Weapons:
Pistol: P33 Pereira Pistol
Submachine Gun: Turcotte Rapid SMG
Carbine: Lambert Carbine
Assault Rifle: SCAR 11 AR
Heavy Assault Rifle: Baur H-AR
Shotgun: Clark 15B Shotgun
Sniper Rifle: Moretti SR4 Sniper, Zeller-H Sniper Rifle
Machine Gun: Bianchi LMG
Vehicles:
Transport: MK-15 Bandit
APC: AVM-2 Groundhog
Armour: A8 Tiger
Battle Walker: L5 Riesig
Canton Rouge soldier in training with an L5 Riesig
Top-Secret: A3 Goliath Infantry Fighting Vehicle
The Goliath is a massive infantry fighting vehicle designed for the intense urban combat that is seen today. With an EMP grenade launcher, two fragmentation grenade launchers, two machine gun positions, and a missile launcher, this vehicle can easily hold its own. Also, the Goliath can carry in addition to the weapons crew, 8 soldiers in the back, providing infantry support to not only its inhabitants, but also to supporting soldiers outside. Due to current testing protocool, only one Goliath has been confirmed to be made so far.
A photo of the Goliath can be seen here:
Aircraft:
Transport Helo: UD-12 Shepherd
Gunship Helo: UD-6 Talon
Transport Aircraft: UD-25 Prophet
Bomber: UD-38 Orbital
Fighter: UD-30 Claw
Titan: MK-1 Titan
The Titan:
The Titan is a massive airship, developed not only to assist with moving civilians from one place to another, but to move armies quickly and effficently that the UD-25 cannot provide. Armed with multiple anti-air cannons and multiple anti-surface weaponry, the Titan is 'armed to the teeth'.
In addition, the Titan can field a few gunships and transport helicopters in the embedded hangar. Also, space is accomodated for any combat force, giving the base atmosphere within a vessel.
Vessels:
Carrier: Paris-Class Carrier
Destroyer: Rijn-Class Destroyer
Frigate: Luxembourg-Class Frigate
Submarine: Dentonine-Class Submarine
Espionage/Special Forces: Canton Rouge holds one of the world's most powerful espionage groups, the CRISF, or Canton Rouge Internal Strike Force. It not only handles espionage for both domestic and foreign operations, but it also carries out strike operations, ambushes, hostage rescues, and other covert activities. CRISF is numbered at 10,000 of the best troops who must pass a rigorous test of physical ability. Once in, training is focused on Close Quarter Combat, Search and Rescue, and other Special Operation tactics.
Super Weapons
Canton Rouge has two superweapons. One for offense, and one for defense.
The Grand Missiler
This offensive weapon can fire a barrage of 8 missiles at once on a given location, thus causing untold destruction. In return, the weapon suffers from a long reload time, and must be moved within an acceptable distance of the target, as the missile range is only 500 miles.
North Star Program
The defensive weapon is a program that allows for Canton Rouge to shoot down any incoming weapons of mass destruction. With a success rate of 99.9% on testing, it serves as the main line of defense when other methods fail to get the job done.
National Wonders
North Sea Reclamation Project: The Northern part of Canton Rouge has always been at war with the North Sea. It can flood unpredictably, and land is at a premium. Therefore, for around 800 years, Canton Rouge has built polders and dykes to allow land to be reclaimed, and to attempt to make the water flow more predictable.
Brussels Town Hall: Originally constructed between 1404 to 1420, and a smaller wing added in 1444, the town hall stands on the famous Grand Place square of Brussels.
Provinces
Belgium-Luxembourg: Consisting of the eastern part of the country, Belgium-Luxembourg is one of the most critical provinces to Canton Rouge. Not only does it provide a bunch of natural resources, but it is here that the economical capital of Canton Rouge lies.
Netherlands: The densly populated Netherlands provides for the manufacturing and shipping of many goods not only to the nation, but to the world as well. It is here that the busy port of Rotterdam handles more traffic than any other port in the world.
Normandy-Alsace-Lorraine: The rich farmland in this province can be described as the breadbasket for Canton Rouge. A wide variety of grains, fruits, vegetables, cheeses, and meats are grown/raised here in the perfect enviornment. At the key town of Calais, one can see the United Kingdom of Robengrad on a clear day.
Massif-Central: The central and southwestern part of the country lies along a fertile plain/plateau. The discovery of uranium here has brought industry and people to this region to set up power plants to provide energy for the country.
Alpes: The southeastern part of Canton Rouge hold the Alpes, a tourist attraction to everyone all over the globe. From skiing to bobsledding, anyone can get their winter sports here. In the summer, cycling is popular as people ardously labor over mountain after mountain.
Holidays
January 1: New Years Day
January 23: Independence Day
February 12: Day of Unification (Unification of the Cantons)
April 14: Veterans Day
June 22: Midsummer Festival
December 16: Day of Remembrance
December 25: Christmas
History
Pre-Unification
Prior to the 12th century, Canton Rouge was more than 300 fiefdoms, duchys, and kingdoms that continuously warred against each other. Their main intent was to end up unified, but constant warfare always brought kingdoms back down. It seemed that no one could unite the lands.
Enter Otto Buergenhoof, a.k.a., Otto I from the small principality of Holland. It was thanks to his tact skill and smart thinking that he first conquered the nearby fiefdoms. As his kingdom expanded, he took the title of Otto I and set up his capital in modern day Antwerp.
After Otto's death, and his son, Jens I taking over, the kingdom expanded to include the Netherlands, and Belguim-Luxembourg. The kingdom of Holland was born....
From Holland to Canton Rouge
Around 1400, the lineage married a Swiss noble lady that would ultimately lead to the new ruler, Peter I, adopting a new name for his country. No longer the Kingdom of Holland, it was now the Kingdom of Canton Rouge. And Antwerp would be renamed Bernstadt, which would remain the same until recently.
Things would be kept under order until the 1800's...
The First Republic, Reich State, and Second Republic
Around 1848, when revolution came to Europe, Canton Rouge also experience a revolution, albeit peacefully when the monarchy stepped down and allowed a republic to exist. Under the 1st Republic, the monarch would be a figurehead, and the army would start to experience a rapid growth.
The republic stayed firm until a few months ago, when then President Timothy Matthews agreed with Emperor Saiedion Lucian of Protoa to become annexed into the Protoan Empire. Canton Rouge then became a Federalist Reich State that many expected would be permanent. With both president and vice-president serving as Grand Moff's, everything felt fine.
But after a terrorist attack that removed one Grand Moff, and cries for independence came, Matthews decided to peacefully step down from office and make Canton Rouge independent once again. The Second Republic was born from the Reich State. The newly elected president, Marc Dentonine, led Canton Rouge into a golden age, improving world relations, and trade as well. Perhaps his best known legacy was getting Canto Rouge into JAUST, a democratic organization.
Afterwards, things came and went until today, where the nations is now at a position it could never be before under a Reich State. To this, people thank Matthews everyday, even after his death, for giving the people of Canton Rouge democracy, freedom, and above all else, a better world.
Full name: The United Provinces of Canton Rouge
Short name: Canton Rouge
Local name: United Canton Rouge Provinces
Official language(s): English, French, German, Dutch
Capital: Paris
Currency: Euro Frank
National animal: Bear
Motto: "Strength through Unity, Liberty, and Equality"
National Anthem: "La Marseillaisae"
Population: 4.5 billion
Government
Head of State: Jacques Voorjent
Head of Government: Jacques Voorjent, Samantha Klauen
Leaders
*Timothy Matthews - (2007-2008) Stepped down, allowed elections.
*Marc Dentonine - (2008-2016) Served two terms, increased foreign relations
*Susanne Le Droien - (2016-2020) Served one term, propsed European Union idea
*Henri Van Winkler - (2020-2028) Served two terms, responsible for setting term limits
*Clara Mentonville - (2028-2036) Served two terms, responsible for removing terroist base in Middle East
*Lars Ventstrumm - (2036-2040) Served one term
*Jean Masalarni - (2040-2048) Served two terms
*Karl Von Strugel - (2048-2052) Served one term
*Jean Henterloin - (2052-2060) Served two terms
*Michael VesKlaven - (2060-2068) Served two terms
*Franz Messlen - (2068-2072) Served one term
*Jacques Voorjent - (2072-
?) Current presidentForeign Relations
As a member of the HTO, Canton Rouge experiences friendly relations with most, if not all member states. Key nations amomg them are Porcu, Protoa, Robengrad, and Nakarak.
Likewise, there are nations with whom Canton Rouge has labeled as enemy states. The key worry now is the recent revival of the Pacific States Coalition. Following the second collapse of the PSC in a recent war, Canton Rouge once again finds itself with few, if any hostile neighbors capable of harming Canton Rouge
Society
Ethnicities: French, German, English, Italian
Religions: Mostly atheist, with a few portions of Protestants and Calvinists
Languages: English, French, German, Dutch, Italian
Economy:
Canton Rouge prides itself on its private sector. In fact, the major businesses dominating the private and public sector are: Arms Manufacturing, Computer Manufacturing, Vehicle Manufacturing, and Technology exporting.
Quite recently, companies have begun setting up firms, factories, etc. overseas to not only increase manufacturing, but also to be more globally active.
Administration: N$801,964,796,186.40 3%
Social Welfare: N$2,405,894,388,559.20 9%
Healthcare: N$4,277,145,579,660.80 16%
Education: N$5,881,075,172,033.60 22%
Religion & Spirituality: N$0.00 0%
Defense: N$9,356,255,955,508.00 35%
Law & Order: N$0.00 0%
Commerce: N$2,138,572,789,830.40 8%
Public Transport: N$534,643,197,457.60 2%
The Environment: N$0.00 0%
Social Equality: N$1,336,607,993,644.00 5%
Exchange Rate: N$1 = $1.2893
Gross Domestic Product: N$31,323,401,472,880.00
GDP Per Capita: N$26,863.98
Unemployment Rate: 6.01%
Consumption: N$4,591,241,600,000.00
Government Budget: N$27,277,714,156,000.00
Government Expenditures: N$26,732,159,872,880.00
Government Waste: N$545,554,283,120.00
Imports: N$3,659,275,873,000.00
Geography and Climate
Highest point: Col d' Italie (10,567 ft.)
Lowest point: Carlson Polderland (-31 ft.)
Avg. summer tempurature: 85 degrees farenheit
Avg. winter tempurature: 30 degrees farenheit
The climate of Canton Rouge varies throughout the nation. In the north, where the land is flat, it can get very hot and sunny with precipitation mainly falling in the fall and winter seasons. Towards the center, it cools off considerably. In the south, where the mountain ranges are located, it isn't unusual for the area to be raining in the warmer seasons, or snowing when it is cooler.
Army
[URL=
Canton Rouge Infantry on Patrol during the Six Day War of 2052
The army of Canton Rouge is frequently known for being tactful, resourceful, and most importantly, deadly. Going from a mediocre army around 2005 to one of the world's best in 2075, it is no wonder that Canton Rouge frequently provides soldiers for peacekeeping, restoration of order, and war.
Canton Rouge Army: 15,000,000 people
Canton Rouge Airforce: 10,700,000 people
Canton Rouge Navy: 10,000,000 people
Weapons:
Pistol: P33 Pereira Pistol
Submachine Gun: Turcotte Rapid SMG
Carbine: Lambert Carbine
Assault Rifle: SCAR 11 AR
Heavy Assault Rifle: Baur H-AR
Shotgun: Clark 15B Shotgun
Sniper Rifle: Moretti SR4 Sniper, Zeller-H Sniper Rifle
Machine Gun: Bianchi LMG
Vehicles:
Transport: MK-15 Bandit
APC: AVM-2 Groundhog
Armour: A8 Tiger
Battle Walker: L5 Riesig
Canton Rouge soldier in training with an L5 Riesig
Top-Secret: A3 Goliath Infantry Fighting Vehicle
The Goliath is a massive infantry fighting vehicle designed for the intense urban combat that is seen today. With an EMP grenade launcher, two fragmentation grenade launchers, two machine gun positions, and a missile launcher, this vehicle can easily hold its own. Also, the Goliath can carry in addition to the weapons crew, 8 soldiers in the back, providing infantry support to not only its inhabitants, but also to supporting soldiers outside. Due to current testing protocool, only one Goliath has been confirmed to be made so far.
A photo of the Goliath can be seen here:
Aircraft:
Transport Helo: UD-12 Shepherd
Gunship Helo: UD-6 Talon
Transport Aircraft: UD-25 Prophet
Bomber: UD-38 Orbital
Fighter: UD-30 Claw
Titan: MK-1 Titan
The Titan:
The Titan is a massive airship, developed not only to assist with moving civilians from one place to another, but to move armies quickly and effficently that the UD-25 cannot provide. Armed with multiple anti-air cannons and multiple anti-surface weaponry, the Titan is 'armed to the teeth'.
In addition, the Titan can field a few gunships and transport helicopters in the embedded hangar. Also, space is accomodated for any combat force, giving the base atmosphere within a vessel.
Vessels:
Carrier: Paris-Class Carrier
Destroyer: Rijn-Class Destroyer
Frigate: Luxembourg-Class Frigate
Submarine: Dentonine-Class Submarine
Espionage/Special Forces: Canton Rouge holds one of the world's most powerful espionage groups, the CRISF, or Canton Rouge Internal Strike Force. It not only handles espionage for both domestic and foreign operations, but it also carries out strike operations, ambushes, hostage rescues, and other covert activities. CRISF is numbered at 10,000 of the best troops who must pass a rigorous test of physical ability. Once in, training is focused on Close Quarter Combat, Search and Rescue, and other Special Operation tactics.
Super Weapons
Canton Rouge has two superweapons. One for offense, and one for defense.
The Grand Missiler
This offensive weapon can fire a barrage of 8 missiles at once on a given location, thus causing untold destruction. In return, the weapon suffers from a long reload time, and must be moved within an acceptable distance of the target, as the missile range is only 500 miles.
North Star Program
The defensive weapon is a program that allows for Canton Rouge to shoot down any incoming weapons of mass destruction. With a success rate of 99.9% on testing, it serves as the main line of defense when other methods fail to get the job done.
National Wonders
North Sea Reclamation Project: The Northern part of Canton Rouge has always been at war with the North Sea. It can flood unpredictably, and land is at a premium. Therefore, for around 800 years, Canton Rouge has built polders and dykes to allow land to be reclaimed, and to attempt to make the water flow more predictable.
Brussels Town Hall: Originally constructed between 1404 to 1420, and a smaller wing added in 1444, the town hall stands on the famous Grand Place square of Brussels.
Provinces
Belgium-Luxembourg: Consisting of the eastern part of the country, Belgium-Luxembourg is one of the most critical provinces to Canton Rouge. Not only does it provide a bunch of natural resources, but it is here that the economical capital of Canton Rouge lies.
Netherlands: The densly populated Netherlands provides for the manufacturing and shipping of many goods not only to the nation, but to the world as well. It is here that the busy port of Rotterdam handles more traffic than any other port in the world.
Normandy-Alsace-Lorraine: The rich farmland in this province can be described as the breadbasket for Canton Rouge. A wide variety of grains, fruits, vegetables, cheeses, and meats are grown/raised here in the perfect enviornment. At the key town of Calais, one can see the United Kingdom of Robengrad on a clear day.
Massif-Central: The central and southwestern part of the country lies along a fertile plain/plateau. The discovery of uranium here has brought industry and people to this region to set up power plants to provide energy for the country.
Alpes: The southeastern part of Canton Rouge hold the Alpes, a tourist attraction to everyone all over the globe. From skiing to bobsledding, anyone can get their winter sports here. In the summer, cycling is popular as people ardously labor over mountain after mountain.
Holidays
January 1: New Years Day
January 23: Independence Day
February 12: Day of Unification (Unification of the Cantons)
April 14: Veterans Day
June 22: Midsummer Festival
December 16: Day of Remembrance
December 25: Christmas
History
Pre-Unification
Prior to the 12th century, Canton Rouge was more than 300 fiefdoms, duchys, and kingdoms that continuously warred against each other. Their main intent was to end up unified, but constant warfare always brought kingdoms back down. It seemed that no one could unite the lands.
Enter Otto Buergenhoof, a.k.a., Otto I from the small principality of Holland. It was thanks to his tact skill and smart thinking that he first conquered the nearby fiefdoms. As his kingdom expanded, he took the title of Otto I and set up his capital in modern day Antwerp.
After Otto's death, and his son, Jens I taking over, the kingdom expanded to include the Netherlands, and Belguim-Luxembourg. The kingdom of Holland was born....
From Holland to Canton Rouge
Around 1400, the lineage married a Swiss noble lady that would ultimately lead to the new ruler, Peter I, adopting a new name for his country. No longer the Kingdom of Holland, it was now the Kingdom of Canton Rouge. And Antwerp would be renamed Bernstadt, which would remain the same until recently.
Things would be kept under order until the 1800's...
The First Republic, Reich State, and Second Republic
Around 1848, when revolution came to Europe, Canton Rouge also experience a revolution, albeit peacefully when the monarchy stepped down and allowed a republic to exist. Under the 1st Republic, the monarch would be a figurehead, and the army would start to experience a rapid growth.
The republic stayed firm until a few months ago, when then President Timothy Matthews agreed with Emperor Saiedion Lucian of Protoa to become annexed into the Protoan Empire. Canton Rouge then became a Federalist Reich State that many expected would be permanent. With both president and vice-president serving as Grand Moff's, everything felt fine.
But after a terrorist attack that removed one Grand Moff, and cries for independence came, Matthews decided to peacefully step down from office and make Canton Rouge independent once again. The Second Republic was born from the Reich State. The newly elected president, Marc Dentonine, led Canton Rouge into a golden age, improving world relations, and trade as well. Perhaps his best known legacy was getting Canto Rouge into JAUST, a democratic organization.
Afterwards, things came and went until today, where the nations is now at a position it could never be before under a Reich State. To this, people thank Matthews everyday, even after his death, for giving the people of Canton Rouge democracy, freedom, and above all else, a better world.
