Duchy of Nova Silesiae

From MicroWiki, the free micronational encyclopædia
  (Redirected from Nova Silesiae)
Jump to navigation Jump to search
Duchy of Nova Silesiae
Ksiynstwo Nowego Ślōnska (Silesian)
Flag of Duchy of Nova Silesiae
Flag
Coat of arms of Duchy of Nova Silesiae
Coat of arms
Map of Nova Silesiae
Map of Nova Silesiae
CapitalNowy Brassel
Official languagesEnglish, Polish, Silesian
Ethnic groups
100% White
Religion
Roman Catholicism
Demonym(s)Silesiaen
GovernmentAbsolute Monarchy
• Duke
Krystian I(to 24.05.2023)
• Prince
Andriy-Ludwig(from 24.05.2023)
Establishment
• Formation
9 April 2022
• Migration
12 April 2022
Area
• Total
0.041 km2 (0.016 sq mi)
Population
• 2022 census
2
CurrencyPound Sterling
Date formatdd/mm/yy

Nova Silesiae, (No-va See-le-zee-a) lit. New Silesia, is a micronation in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. Nova Silesiae declared independence from the United Kingdom at 4:25 pm BST on 9 April 2022.

The territory of Nova Silesiae is based on the outskirts of Dumfries, a town in southern Scotland which the River Nith flows through.

Etymology

The name "Nova Silesiae" means "New Silesia" in Latin. It was inspired by "Nova Scotia".

History

Formation

Duke Krystian I slowly began to get more interested in Micronationalism again, this would result in him going on a 4-hour long walk to find suitable land to occupy, he was looking for isolated and undisturbed land, that was also bordering the river, and he found it in what is now Nowy Brassel. Using a 5-foot-long stick, he carved a flag into the sand and planted the stick next to it, deep into the sand. After the political crisis in 2023 in the Duchy, Duke transferred the title and his powers to Andriy-Ludwig, Grand Prince of Belakray, who changed the title from Duchy to Principality on 24.05.2023.

Migration

The Duke found a way better area, with a large building that could be occupied as a fort. The Lincluden Abbey. It was inside of the new territory which was about 524 times as large as the old. The Lincluden abbey would be unofficially renamed to the Royal Fortress and would be from where the Duke governed and such.

Government and Politics

Monarchy

Nova Silesiae is an Absolute Monarchy with no sort of Upper or Lower House. The duke takes part in diplomatic, political, and internal matters.

Foreign Relations

Nova Silesiae has openly supported the Constitutional Monarchy Kingdom of Itasca in its civil conflict.

Military

The army of the Duchy of Nova Silesiae consists of a Militia regiment which is always in reserve. There have been no conflicts that the Duchy has taken part in, and the Duke openly hopes it stays that way.

The military stockpile consists of the Royal Spear, and nothing else.

The Royal Spear is a 4–5 foot long stick in the possession of the Duke of Nova Silesiae. It was harvested by Duke Krystian I during his exploration for land to claim and kept due to its peculiar, spear-like shape. The ends of the stick have been sharpened, but the spear is mostly used in helping to hike and check the depth of the river around him.

Geography and Climate

The terrain of Nova Silesiae is relatively flat, but it does have a very large hill.

The climate is similar to the town of Dumfries, however winds and such can differ, mostly due to the nation being based on the side of a river. In the past few years, the nation has seen a temperature as low as -9°C in the winter, while a record high of 46°C in the Summer. However, on average, the temperature of the Duchy is 0°C - 5°C in winter, 10°C - 15°C in spring, 15°C - 25°C in summer, and 10°C - 20°C in autumn. It is pretty rainy on average, and there are frequent river floods.

Tourism

Nova Silesiae sees 4-7 tourists a day, this tourist industry is fully funded mostly by fishing and people visiting the ruined monastery inside of Silesiaen Territory.

Culture and Religion

The national dish of Nova Silesiae is Silesian Dumplings. Most New Silesians traditionally eat Rosół on Sunday Mornings and most of their diet consists of Soups or Stews. The National Animal is a Golden Eagle due to one's appearance on the Coat of Arms and one being the first animal spotted near the territory. There is no National Plant as of now.

Religion

The State Religion of Nova Silesiae is Roman Catholicism.

Sports

The National Sports are Fishing and Association Football, Silesian teams, or the Polish National Team are followed. There is no Silesiaen football team.

Holidays and Traditions

Name Date Information
New Year 1 January Start of the Gregorian Calendar
International Women's Day 8 March Celebrating the achievements of women worldwide
Independence Day 9 April Celebrating the Independence of Nova Silesiae
Easter 17 April Commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ
Easter Monday 18 April Second day of Eastertide
International Workers' Day 1 May Celebrating the Workers and Labourers
3 May Constitution Day 3 May Polish celebration of the declaration of the Constitution of 3 May 1791
Corpus Christi Between 21 May and 24 June Solemnity which honors the Body of Christ.
His Majesty's Birthday 9 October Krystian the First's Birthday
All Saints' Day 1 November Celebrated in honor of all the Saints of the Church
National Independence Day (Poland) 11 November Celebration of Poland's Independence
Armistice Day 11 November Celebration in honor of all the soldiers who died in World War One
Christmas 24 December Celebration of the Birth of Jesus Christ
New Year's Eve 31 December End of the Gregorian Calendar