United Provinces of Natlin

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United Provinces of Natlin
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Flag
Coat of Arms of Natlin
Coat of Arms
Motto: 
"Live free or die oppressed"
Anthem: 
(Anesthesia) - Pulling Teeth by Metallica
Natalanian claims in red.
Natalanian claims in red.
Statusdefunct
Capital
and largest city
Wasusu
Official languagesNone
Recognised national languagesEnglish, Dutch
Religion
None
Demonym(s)Natalanian
GovernmentFederal presidential constitutional republic
• President
Jacob Vancapelle
• Vice President
Stephen Santiago
• House Speaker
N/A
LegislatureCongress of the United Provinces of Natlin
Independence from the United States
• First federal republic established
24 November 2016
• Second federal republic established
17 July 2018
CurrencyUnited States dollar
Time zoneUTC−05:00
UTC−04:00
Date formatdd-mm-yyyy
Driving sideright
Preceded by
Succeeded by
United States
Empire of Vulhalin

The United Provinces of Natlin, also abbreviated as UPN or simply Natlin, was a micronation primarily located in Maryland and partly in Montana, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Kentucky, and Alaska comprising 10 provinces, a federal district, five territories, and various possessions. The capital is Wasusu, and the largest city by area is Owenia. The country was located contiguously in North America, with most borders touching the United States. Natlin would be declared defunct on 20 February 2021, with the Empire of Vulhalin being its successor.

Natlin was never recognized by any nation within the United Nations and was a federal republic. Natlin had approximately 26 citizens, of which 21 lived in Natalanian territory as of November 2020.

Etymology

The first known use of the name "Natlin" dates back to 2015 when it appeared on a map of St. Mary's County, Maryland created by Jacob Vancapelle. The name "Natlin" is an acronym for the words notable, approachable, traditional, luster, incorruptible and nurturing. The name was officially chosen as the name of the nation in 2016 after Natlin had declared independence from the United States.

History

Independence

Map of the United Provinces of Natlin in its original 2016 location.

On 24 November 2016, Natlin officially declared independence from the United States of America and wrote the Natalanian Constitution, establishing a federal republic on the principle of creating beneficial checks and balances in the government. Jacob Vancapelle was the first elected president of Natlin.

Natalanian Oblivian War

Fort that was attacked by Oblivian soldiers in Wasusu

On 8 December 2016, the Kingdom of Oblivia made an official declaration of war on Natlin. Oblivia demanded all of the lands Natlin resided in. The first battle of the war took place on 9 December when Oblivian troops marched into Wasusu and took fort Wasusu. The Battle of Wasusu began and lasted for 1 day; it resulted in an Oblivian victory. However, 2 days later, after the Armed Forces were officially organized and equipped, Natalanian forces had retaken Wasusu. On December 23, Oblivia officially surrendered to Natlin after they had taken the Oblivian capital city.

Dissolving and Second Independence

In July 2017, the Natalanian-Oblivian Empire dissolved after everyone in the government started to move away. Natlin would be re-establish on 17 July 2018 as a federal republic again. However, the entire nation was moved to a more urban neighborhood. Natlin, without having any diplomatic ties with any other entity prompted Natlin to start finding more through online social media

Micronational YouTube Community (2018-2020)

North Divine War

After the unjustified declarations of war on the Kingdom of the Saugeen, the Federal States of Delphia, the United Ocean States, and the Republic of South Divine made by the People's Republic of North Divine, Natlin promptly along with East Michigan and the Buckeye Republic declared war on North Divine. The conflict lasted from 10 July 2019, up until 22 August 2019 after defeating the North Divine armed forces at the Battle of Learton.

Ernish-Mountain States War

Natlin entered into the Ernish-Mountain States War on August 25, 2019. Natlin joined the war in support of Union of Mountain States, declaring war on the Ernish Union the day it had declared war on the Mountain States. Being aligned with the Mountain States, Natlin played a large role in the war against the communist bloc. This would be the beginning of the long-standing alliance between Natlin and the Union of Mountain States, lasting up until the dissolution of Mountain States. Natalanian intervention in the war was a key deciding factor in the outcome of the conflict, eventually leading to a victory for Natlin and the Mountain States on October 6, 2019.

Chairman status in the Micronational Assembly

On 29 February 2020, Natlin was elected by council members of the Micronational Assembly to become to next chairman. Natlin would serve for 154 days and go on to make changes to the M.A., such as its symbology, and kick-start social media accounts for the organization, which would later go inactive. Natlin's term ended on 1 August 2020, and chair status would be transferred to Hunt P., and they would only run again for council status.

2020 - Present day

Hougoumount Campaign

Natlin's most recent conflict was the Hougoumont Campaign, lasting from May 3 to May 6, 2020. The war initially started due to the Kingdom of Johnnyland issuing an ultimatum to the United Provinces of Natlin and Natalanian allies to surrender within the next 24 hours of said ultimatum. Natlin then declined such demands, and thus began the Hougoumont Campaign. The war was relatively short with Johnny and his associates being swiftly defeated in a matter of days.

Inactivity

On 1 December 2020, Jacob would declare Natlin to be in a state of inactivity. Progression of Natlin would come to a halt, Natlin resigned from the M.A. council and would cut ties with most micronations.

Dismantlement

On 20 February 2021, Natlin would officially be declared defunct marking the end of its 4-year long existence, with the Empire of Vulhalin taking its place.

Government

Natlin was a representative democracy, similar to that of the government of the United States. The government is maintained by a system of checks and balances defined by the constitution.

Branches

The federal government of Natlin comprises of three branches:

  • Legislative: The Natalanian Congress which is made up of the Senate and House of Representatives declares war, creates federal laws, approves treaties, and has the power of impeachment, by which it can remove sitting members of the government such as the president.
  • Executive: The president is the commander and chief of the entire Natalanian armed forces, can veto legislative bills before they become law, and appoints the members of the Cabinet with the consent of the senate.
  • Judicial: The Supreme Court and lower federal courts, whose judges are appointed by the president with Senate approval, interpret laws and checks to see if actions of the legislative and executive branches are constitutional or not.

Climate

Natlin experiences an oceanic climate (Köppen climate classification Cfb) similar to almost all of the United Kingdom. Temperature extremes since 1960 have ranged from −12.4 °C (9.7 °F) in January 1963.

Climate data for Natlin, 1971–2000, Extremes 1960–2000
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Record high °C (°F) 13.6
(56.5)
15.7
(60.3)
21.3
(70.3)
25.9
(78.6)
27.5
(81.5)
33.7
(92.7)
34.5
(94.1)
34.2
(93.6)
27.8
(82)
26.2
(79.2)
17.6
(63.7)
14.3
(57.7)
34.5
(94.1)
Average high °C (°F) 6.9
(44.4)
7.3
(45.1)
9.8
(49.6)
12.4
(54.3)
16.1
(61)
18.9
(66)
21.7
(71.1)
21.4
(70.5)
18.2
(64.8)
14.1
(57.4)
10.0
(50)
7.8
(46)
13.8
(56.8)
Average low °C (°F) 1.1
(34)
1.0
(33.8)
2.8
(37)
3.8
(38.8)
6.8
(44.2)
9.5
(49.1)
11.8
(53.2)
11.7
(53.1)
9.6
(49.3)
6.9
(44.4)
3.6
(38.5)
2.2
(36)
5.7
(42.3)
Record low °C (°F) -12.4
(9.7)
−9.6
(14.7)
−9.6
(14.7)
−4.7
(23.5)
-2.4
(27.7)
-0.1
(31.8)
4.4
(39.9)
3.6
(38.5)
-0.1
(31.8)
-3.4
(25.9)
−6.4
(20.5)
−11.3
(11.7)
−12.4
(9.7)
Average Precipitation mm (inches) 76.4
(3.008)
52.9
(2.083)
59.0
(2.323)
48.2
(1.898)
52.1
(2.051)
55.1
(2.169)
40.5
(1.594)
57.1
(2.248)
64.5
(2.539)
70.9
(2.791)
73.2
(2.882)
85.9
(3.382)
735.6
(28.961)
Sunshine hours 58.0 75.4 115.3 169.2 206.8 207.3 223.5 208.3 151.2 113.8 78.3 53.9 1,661.0
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Geography

Woud Creek, located in the province of Austania.

Natlin features several streams and creeks. Most notably Woud Creek, and the Natalanian Creek, while rolling hills and small ravines surround them. Most of the interior of Natlin is hilly to varying degrees, with forests and agricultural fields. Many Natalanian territories such as Lewis and Asburg are heavily wooded areas.

Diplomacy

The list below depicts relations Natlin had with other micronations.

Micronation Begin/End Date of Relations Status
 Saspearian 2019 - 2020 Informal
Drietsland 2019 - 2020 Informal
Great Lawl Reich 2019 - 2020 Formal
Republic of Williamsburg 2020 Formal
Faltree 2020 Formal
Republic of Tueoedeth 2018 - 2020 (Informal)
2020 (Formal)
Formal
Bonumland 2018 - 2019 Formal
Astain Colonial Empire 2018 - 2019 Formal
Republic of Aurora 2019 Formal
Parliamentary Republic of Stedfast 2018 - 2019 Formal
Union of Mountain States 2019 - 2020 Formal
United Ocean States 2019 - 2020 Formal
Federation of East Michigan 2019 - 2020 Formal
Federal States of Delphia 2018 - 2020 Formal
Kingdom of the Saugeen 2019 - 2020 Formal
State of Malinovia 2018 - 2019 Formal
Green Mountain Republic 2020 Formal
Kingdom of Oblivia 2017 Formal


Organizations

Notable Organizations that Natlin was involved in.

Organisation Membership Admittance Exited
Micronational Assembly Member State, Chair, Council 2019 1 December 2020
Tungsten Pact Member State 23 October 2020 1 December 2020