Ethania

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### Independence from Great Britain

Declaration: June 9, 1841Ratified: September 6, 1842Recognized: November 2, 1843

### Population

(2022 estimate): 51,487,599(2020 census): 49,986,954

## Ethania

Ethania (E.T or ET), commonly known as the Country of Ethania, is a country located in North America. It consists of 1,231 counties, 34 federal districts, five major unincorporated territories, and seven Minor Outlying Islands. Ethania is the twenty-eighth largest country by population. It shares maritime borders with the United States and Mexico. With a population of over 50 million, it is the fifth most populous country in the Americas and the twenty-eighth most populous in the world. The national capital of Ethania is Port of Auberry and its most populous city and principal financial center is Phoenix City.

The Ethania government is a federal republic with three separate branches of government, similar to the United States, including a bicameral legislature. Ethania is a democracy and has a market economy. It ranks very highly in international measures of quality of life, income and wealth, economic competitiveness, human rights, innovation, and especially education. Ethania does not have a universal healthcare system, but has high levels of incarceration and homicides.

Ethania is a developing country, and its economy accounts for approximately a quarter of global GDP and is the world's second largest by GDP at market exchange rates, behind the United States.

## History

### Early history: 1765 - 1845

The first inhabitants of Ethania were various tribes that settled in the area around 10,000 years ago. These tribes were of different origins, and they spoke different languages. The largest of these tribes are believed to be Cimmerians from Russia. The chieftains of the tribes were elected by the members of the clan, and they likely held their position for life. Cimmerians were not the only tribe that inhabited the area that is now known as Ethania. Other tribes included the Eridians, who were skilled farmers and craftsmen, and the Ralians, who were seafaring people and skilled navigators. The Cimmerians, however, were the most numerous and powerful of the tribes, and they dominated the other tribes.

The Cimmerians of Ethania were polytheistic, meaning they worshiped many gods and goddesses. Each tribe had its own pantheon of gods, and the gods were believed to have power over different aspects of life, such as war, agriculture, and fertility. They also believed in the power of magic. They believed that certain individuals had the power to control the forces of nature, and to cast spells to protect or harm others. These individuals were known as sorcerers, and they were often feared and respected by the other inhabitants of Ethania.

Over time, the tribes grew increasingly sophisticated, and some developed complex societies.

#### Estimated population

Estimating the population of Ethania is difficult. It is widely accepted that there was an estimated population of 25,000 on the Southern coast and a combined population of 354,043 on the North and East coasts. Some academics regard this figure as too low.

Anthropologists from the United States believed the populations were much higher, suggesting around 1.7 million along the Southern shores, 2.7 million people living between the North and East shores, and around 500,000 people on the Western shores.

### Colonial Ethania: 1765 - 1845

#### Arrival of the Artenians

Claims of very early colonization of coastal Ethania are disputed and controversial. Colonial Ethania was a period of significant change in the history of the country. From the arrival of the first European colonizers in 1765 until the country gained independence in 1843, Ethania was subjected to the rule of foreign powers, which brought with them new ideas, technologies, and ways of life. This period saw the emergence of new social, political, and economic structures, which shaped the country's development for centuries to come.

The first European power to establish a colony in Ethania was the Kingdom of Artenia. Artenia was a powerful maritime nation, which sought to expand its influence beyond its borders. In 1765, a group of Artenian explorers, led by Captain Antonio de la Rosa, landed on the coast of Ethania. They claimed the land for Artenia and established a trading post, which they named Porto Rosa, in honor of their leader. The arrival of the Artenians marked the beginning of a new era for Ethania. The Artenians brought with them new technologies, such as firearms and metalworking, which enabled them to gain an advantage over the local population. They also introduced new crops, such as coffee and sugar cane, which transformed the country's economy. However, the Artenians were also responsible for the subjugation of the local population, who were forced to work on the plantations and in the mines, under brutal conditions.

The Artenian colony in Ethania was initially a small trading post, which relied on the local population for its survival. However, as the colony grew, it became increasingly dependent on slave labor. The Artenians brought thousands of slaves from their colonies in Africa to work on the plantations and in the mines. The slaves were subjected to brutal treatment, and many died from disease, overwork, or violence. The legacy of slavery would haunt Ethania for generations to come, shaping the country's social, economic, and political structures.

Despite the brutality of Artenian rule, the colony was also a site of cultural exchange. The Artenians brought with them their own language, customs, and traditions, which mixed with those of the local population to create a new hybrid culture. The Artenians also introduced Christianity to Ethania, which replaced the traditional polytheistic religions of the local population. The new religion was embraced by many, but it also contributed to the erasure of traditional cultures and beliefs.

In 1793, a group of Ethanian rebels, led by the revolutionary Miguel de la Cruz, rose up against Artenian rule. The rebellion was motivated by the brutal treatment of the local population, as well as the Artenian monopoly on trade and commerce. The rebellion was short-lived, however, as it was quickly crushed by the Artenian army. Miguel de la Cruz was captured and executed, and the rebellion was suppressed with great violence. However, the rebellion had planted the seeds of resistance, which would eventually lead to the country's independence.