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Title: The Kingdom of Bavaria
Post by: Bavaria on January 05, 2016, 04:04:42 pm
The Kingdom of Bavaria
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National Flag
(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d5/Coat_of_arms_of_Bavaria.svg/712px-Coat_of_arms_of_Bavaria.svg.png)
Coat of Arms
"Gott ist mit uns, der Bayerischen Volks"
"God is with us, the Bavarian people"
National Anthem: Die Bayernhymne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWldPCrHKaA
Capital and Largest City:
Official Languages: Bavarian
Recognized Languages:
Demonym: Bavarian
Government: Monarchy
Title: Re: The Kingdom of Bavaria
Post by: Bavaria on January 05, 2016, 04:05:56 pm
The Royal Family

King Wilhelm of Bavaria

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King Wilhelm, or informally known as Wilhelm Adelbacht von von Wittelsbach is the king of Bavaria, but not the ruler, as he is by society's favour, too young. King Wilhelm was born on the 13 of June, 2010, and is 15 years old. He is currently in Monarchal Training and his brother, Prince Regent Robert of Bavaria is ruling the nation.

Early Life

King Wilhelm started his training when he turned seven, in July, 2017. He was taught proper manners. How to greet guests, to always sit up straight, to cough in his hand, to sneeze in his sleeve, to greet a lady with a kiss on the hand, to greet a man with a firm handshake or a hug, to always offer a glass of wine, coffee, or tea to the guest, and many other tactics. He was also taught how to write in cursive and to read. He was given an assignment to read and analyse the Bible and the Qur'an, both of which he did with great results. He was taught how to speak properly, using pristine grammar and speech skills.

At eight, Wilhelm asked his parents, King Friedrich and Queen Gretel, if he could create more honours and medals for the public, as Wilhelm had shown many interests in the topic, asking his father multiple times if he could see his medal and such. They both agreed, but limited him to three medals. Wilhelm got to work thinking up medals and honours with an expert minter and craftsman. He finally made up these three


At nine years old, Wilhelm was given permission to leave the house until dusk and visit the locals. He visited the people, asking them about their day, helping them with small things such as moving furniture, picking flowers, or baking bread. This gave him a very large appreciation by the people, who were always pleased to see him and still are. He performs these daily visits on a weekly basis when he isn't in training.

Now, at ten, Wilhelm is being taught how to talk in heated and tense situations in a calm and collected manner, how to horseback ride, how to paint, and how to use a smallsword. He was crowned King on the 28 of August, 2020, and does not rule, but is a symbol, a representative of the people, and a diplomat at times until he is old enough to rule.

Prince Regent Robert of Bavaria

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Prince Regent Robert of Bavaria, informally known as Robert Otto Ferdinand von Wittelsbach, is the current ruler and Prince Regent of Bavaria. Born on the 5th of November, 1991, he is 29 years old. His younger brother, King Wilhelm of Bavaria, is being tutored by Robert and his teacher, Ferdinand von Malaisé IV.

Early Life

Robert of Bavaria was trained by Ferdinand von Malaisé IV, the Royal Tutor who's family has trained the to-be kings and queens of the royal family since the 17th Century. Robert was and is very artistic, having a large appreciation for painting and playing the cello. He is currently in the Royal Bavarian Philharmonic Orchestra as a cello player, the national orchestra for the Kingdom of Bavaria. He was born long before his brother, but when his brother was younger, they were best friends and still are, not leaving each others sides.

When Robert turned 18, he joined the Army as a Oberleutnant and served until he was 27 when he was crowned Prince Regent.

Prince Regent

Robert, at the age of 29, currently lives in Leutchenberg Palace with his brother. He is tutoring his brother on being King and is the current ruler of Bavaria. He is known for his stoutness and his right-to-the point behaviour, not bothering and keeping away from small talk. He is a fencer and likes to play chess, his brother and him playing chess with each other commonly. Until Wilhelm is fit to be King, Robert rules.

The Royal Estates

Neuschwanstein Castle

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The largest of the three Royal Estates, Neuschwanstein Castle is the main residence of the King and Prince Regent.

Hohenschwangau Castle

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The second largest of the three Royal Estates, Hohenschwangau Castle is the summer residence of the King and Prince Regent.

Linderhof Palace

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Linderhof Palace is the Bavarian Headquarters for the Teutonic Order and where most of the political discussions between the King and Royal Regent and other world leaders take place.

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Title: Re: The Kingdom of Bavaria
Post by: Bavaria on January 06, 2016, 08:12:06 am
Medals, Orders, and Awards of the Kingdom of Bavaria

Military Order of Max Joseph

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Type: Military order in three classes
Eligibility: Military officers
Awarded for: Bravery and meritorious leadership in battle
Status: Still used
Description: White-enameled Maltese cross with a blue-enameled center medallion. There are rays between the arms of the Grand Cross and Commander's Cross, but not the Knight's Cross.

Military Merit Order

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Type: Military order
Eligibility: Military officers and officials, and in certain cases civilians
Awarded for: Bravery or military merit
Status: Still used
Description: Blue-enameled Maltese cross with an enameled center medallion; can be awarded with and without swords and comes in several classes


Merit Order of the Bavarian Crown

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Type: Civil order
Eligibility: Civil servants, non-nobles, and foreigners
Awarded for: Merit deserving the recognition of the state
Status: Still used

Order of St. Michael

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Type: Merit order
Eligibility: Military officers and officials, and in certain cases civilians
Awarded for: Military merit
Status: Still used
Description: Blue templar cross with St. Michael in the middle. Awarded in three classes. Given only to Catholic military members

Maximilian Order for Science and Art

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Type: Civil order
Eligibility: Anyone of Bavarian citizenship
Awarded for: Outstanding contribution to science and art
Status: Still used
Description: The order may not exceed over 100 living members.


Order of Theresa

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Type: Noble order
Eligibility: Any female of direct relations with the royal family/Any female married into the royal family
Awarded for: Getting married/Getting married into the royal family
Status: Still used
Description: The insignia of the order is worn on the left breast and consists of a blue-enameled Maltese cross with a wide white edge, over which is placed a gold royal crown.

The Templar Order

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Type: Military order
Eligibility: Anyone directly chosen by the king.
Awarded for: Extremely efficient skills in the military.
Status: Still used
Description: The insignia is a simple ruby cross. The Order can date back to the 1st Crusade. The people of the Order are the royal family's royal gaurds. Anyone in the Templar Order are viewed on with high esteem.


The Teutonic Order

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Type: Political/Military order
Eligibility: Anyone directly chosen by the king.
Awarded for: Any reason the king would want to give the order to the receiver.
Status: Still used
Description: The insignia is a Teutonic cross with a smaller red cross in the middle. People of the order work directly with the royal family. Anyone in the Teutonic Order are viewed upon with high esteem and are sometimes considered nobles.