John Rossmore

**John D. Rossmore** (August 13, 1870–May 20, 1902) was one of the founders of Terranova. He was a charismatic leader who inspired others to join him in his vision for a new and just society. Sadly, John passed away before Terranova could be fully realized, but his legacy lives on through the community he helped create. The city of Lake Rossmore in Terranova was named in his honor, and his ideas about social equality and environmental sustainability continue to shape the values of the community. Today, Terranova is a thriving city that serves as a model for sustainable living and community development.

# Early Life

John Declan Rossmore II was born on August 13, 1870, in the small town of Oakville, located in the midwestern United States. He was the son of John Rossmore, a farmer, and Mary Rossmore, a homemaker. He attended Oakville High School and later went on to study at the University of Illinois, where he earned a degree in civil engineering. After graduation, John worked for several years as a civil engineer before he decided to pursue his true passion: community development.

John joined the military in 1889. During his time in the military, he gained valuable leadership skills and experience that would later prove useful in his work as a community developer. He and Libertine Ludovic became close friends during their time in the military, and they continued to work together on community development projects after their service ended. After completing their service in 1899, John, Libertine, Lawrence Blackwood, Margaret Winters, David Thompson, Bill Tucker, Dominick Martinez-Clayton, and Jack Baldwin were asked by POTUS to travel the Mediterranean Sea to find a nuclear weapon called the "Death Ray". They discovered a tribe of indigenous people who had created the death ray, and the president ordered them to kill everyone and bring it back. The eight of them negotiated with the tribe and convinced them to give them the death ray instead, and they took it back with them to the mainland and gave it to the president. Wilhelm Dial, part of a terrorist organization called the Anarchist Order, plotted to steal the death ray and use it to destroy the world. The other seven made the decision to create their own America, which they named Terranova. Their principles were sustainability, justice, and equality, and they sought to establish a society in which everyone could easily access healthcare, education, and other necessities. On June 24, 1900, Terranova formally became an independent nation, and they established six cities, including Fortcester, the capital of Terranova; North Calshire; Moravia; Lake Rossmore; Riverville; and Blackwood Village. Libertine went back to the military to serve his country in the newly formed Terranovan military. He believed that a strong military was necessary to protect the citizens and ensure the stability of the young nation. They hoped to create a society where everyone had equal opportunities and where the government served the people, not the other way around. Despite facing many challenges along the way, they remained committed to their cause and worked tirelessly to make their dream a reality.

In October of 1900, John Rossmore became the minister of education and implemented policies that ensured every child had access to quality education, regardless of their background. The government also invested in healthcare, infrastructure, and job creation programs to uplift marginalized communities and reduce inequality. As a result, society became more prosperous and cohesive, with citizens enjoying a higher standard of living and greater social mobility. To provide quality education to all citizens, he established four schools: Fortcester Academy, Terranovan High and Middle School, New Hope Elementary, and North Calshire Primary School. These schools were designed to provide equal opportunities for education, regardless of a student's background or socioeconomic status. Additionally, the curriculum was developed to promote critical thinking and creativity, empowering students to become active and engaged members of society.  These schools assisted in providing individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in a rapidly changing economy, resulting in increased innovation and economic growth.

John passed away a year later, in 1902, at the age of 32, but his legacy lives on through the impact of the schools he helped establish. Today, many educational institutions continue to prioritize creativity and empowerment as essential components of their curriculum.