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| name = <small>His Grace</small><br>The Duke of Waesche | | name = <small>His Grace</small><br>The Duke of Waesche | ||
| title = <small>Knight Commander of the Snowflake<br>Legionnaire in the Legion of Peace</small> | | title = <small>Knight of the Orca<br>Knight Grand Commander of the Snowflake<br>Companion of Westarctica<br>Legionnaire in the Legion of Peace</small> | ||
| image = | | image = Wolf 2019.jpg | ||
| imgw = 200px | | imgw = 200px | ||
| succession = [[Prime Minister of Westarctica]] | | succession = [[Prime Minister of Westarctica]] | ||
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| predecessor = ''Office Established'' | | predecessor = ''Office Established'' | ||
| pre-type = Preceded by | | pre-type = Preceded by | ||
| successor = [[Duke of the Bear Peninsula|Jordan Farmer]] | |||
| suc-type = Successor | |||
| succession1 = [[Minister of Defense]] | | succession1 = [[Minister of Defense]] | ||
| reign1 = 27 July 2005 - Present | | reign1 = 27 July 2005 - Present | ||
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| predecessor1 = ''Office Established'' | | predecessor1 = ''Office Established'' | ||
| pre-type1 = Preceded by | | pre-type1 = Preceded by | ||
| succession2 = Warden of the Marshes | |||
| reign2 = 28 April 2023 - Present | |||
| reign-type2 = In Office | |||
| predecessor2 = ''Office Established'' | |||
| pre-type2 = Preceded by | |||
|- | |- | ||
| spouse = Christa Tulier | | spouse = Christa Tulier | ||
| spouse-type = Spouse | | spouse-type = Spouse | ||
| issue = Michael Tulier | | issue = Michael Tulier | ||
| date of birth = March | | date of birth = 31 March 1966 | ||
}} | }} | ||
His Grace, the '''Duke of Waesche''', '''Luis 'Wolf' Tulier''' is a member of [[ | His Grace, the '''Duke of Waesche''', '''Luis 'Wolf' Tulier''' is a member of the [[Peerage of Westarctica]]. He was formerly the [[Prime Minister of Westarctica]], having been the first person to ever hold that office. His Grace currently serves the government as [[Minister of Defense]], a position he has held since 27 July 2005. | ||
==As Minister of Defense== | |||
As Minister of Defense, Wolf Tulier served as the head of the [[Royal Officer Corps]], utilizing his experience as a soldier in the U.S. Army to guide his leadership of the Corps. Shortly following the creation of the office, Wolf appointed the former [[Baronet]] of Brandenberger, [[Baron of Lee-Tearmunn|Troy Thompson]], as Deputy Minister of Defense to assist him in getting Westarctica’s military into marching order. | |||
===Involvement in 2010 Coup=== | |||
::''Main Article: [[The Great Return]]'' | |||
In May 2010, the Wolf approached former [[Grand Duke Travis]] and informed him that the central [[government of Westarctica]] had ceased to exist as a functioning administrative unit. For several months, the reigning Head of State, [[Grand Duke Jon-Lawrence]], had failed to return any e-mails or other communications. Complicating the matter further, Westarctica's [[Westarctica Domain Name|official website]] had once again fallen into the hands of a domain parking service, so information about Westarctica was no longer available to the world. | |||
As Minister of Defense, Wolf considered it his chief duty to protect the nation of Westarctica, not to protect the reign of any particular [[Grand Duke of Westarctica|Grand Duke]]. In this capacity, he and Travis plotted a coup that would result in Travis regaining the throne as Grand Duke and Wolf taking overall responsibility for the functions of government as [[Prime Minister of Westarctica|Prime Minister]]. | |||
==As Prime Minister== | |||
[[File:Dukewaesche.jpg|350px|thumb|The Duke of Waesche during his tenure as Prime Minister]] | |||
After being appointed to the post of Prime Minister, Wolf's first task was ending the lingering hostilities of the [[Siple War]] and negotiating the [[West-Antarctic Treaty]], which would bring lasting peace to [[Marie Byrd Land]]. He was responsible for approving the final version of the 2012 [[Charter of Westarctica]] as well as signing many treaties of [[Foreign relations of Westarctica|diplomatic recognition]] on behalf of the nation. | |||
From June 2010 - November 2016, he served as Westarctica's ambassador to the [[Antarctic Micronational Union]] before advising the Grand Duke to withdraw from the Union alongside the [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis]]. | |||
In early 2017, Wolf expressed an interest in stepping down from the post of Prime Minister because he felt his mission of restoring dignity to Westarctica had been accomplished and he wished to devote more time to outside activities. After vetting several candidates to replace him in the role, no suitable person could be found and Wolf formally resigned from the post of Prime Minister on 24 May 2017. | |||
==Return as Minister of Defense== | |||
[[File:Michael-Wolf-Investiture.png|350px|thumb|Michael Richards (Left) and the Duke of Waesche (right) following his investiture as a Knight Commander of the Snowflake]] | |||
Upon resigning as [[Prime Minister of Westarctica]], the Duke of Waesche returned to his [[Royal Council|cabinet]] post as [[Minister of Defense]], which had become a largely ceremonial position. He continued to serve as a close advisor to the Grand Duke, making recommendations on courses of action and approving updates to the revised [[Charter of Westarctica]]. | |||
In April 2018, he helped fight trademark and copyright violations from the imposter [[micronation]] "Empire of Westantarctica," run by a French con artist trying to scam money from unsuspecting people. On 30 April 2018, His Grace conducted the investiture of Sir Michael Richards, the [[Ellsworth King of Arms]], as a Knight Commander in the [[Order of the Snowflake]]. It was the first such investiture undertaken on behalf of the Grand Duke. | |||
==[[Encyclopedia Westarctica:Featured Quotes|Featured Quotes]]== | |||
* "I realized with a start that my loyalty had to be to the country, the idea; not the man." | |||
* "As the original claim was yours, you should pick up the reins!" | |||
* "It would be at best uncomfortable to live there, and it is frustrating not to be able to visit." | |||
* "Most of the populace is going to look askance at our project. We must strive to give it legitimacy." | |||
==Titles== | ==Titles== | ||
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===Duke of Waesche=== | ===Duke of Waesche=== | ||
25 October 2012, two years into Wolf's tenure as [[Prime Minister of Westarctica]], his title was upgraded from Count to Duke. His Grace has been known as the Duke of Waesche ever since. | 25 October 2012, two years into Wolf's tenure as [[Prime Minister of Westarctica]], his title was upgraded from Count to Duke. His Grace has been known as the Duke of Waesche ever since. | ||
===Warden of the Marshes=== | |||
On 28 April 2023, His Grace was granted the ceremonial title Warden of the Marshes, designated for the head of [[Westarctica]]'s military. "The Marshes" originated from the [[Seven Seas of Rhye]] in the [[Colony of Calsahara]]. The holder is a member of the [[Royal Household of Grand Duke Travis]]. | |||
==Honors== | ==Honors== | ||
*{{flagiconstart|Flag of Westarctica.jpg|Westarctica}} Knight Commander in the [[Order of the Snowflake]], 2017 | *{{flagiconstart|Flag of Westarctica.jpg}} [[Noble Order of Westarctica|Companion of Westarctica]], 2021 | ||
*{{flagiconstart|Flag of Calsahara.jpg | *{{flagiconstart|Flag of Westarctica.jpg|Westarctica}} Knight in the [[Illustrious Antarctic Order of the Orca]], 2019 | ||
*{{flagiconstart|Flag of Westarctica.jpg|Westarctica}} Knight Grand Commander in the [[Order of the Snowflake]], 2017 | |||
*{{flagiconstart|Flag of Calsahara Colony.jpg.jpg}} [[Legion of Peace]], 2010 | |||
*{{flagiconstart|Flag of Flandrensis.png}} Order of Flandrensis, 2010 | *{{flagiconstart|Flag of Flandrensis.png}} Order of Flandrensis, 2010 | ||
*{{flagiconstart|Flag of Molossia.png}} Commodore in the [[Molossian Navy]], 2006 | *{{flagiconstart|Flag of Molossia.png}} Commodore in the [[Molossian Navy]], 2006 | ||
===Honored Servant of Westarctica=== | ===Honored Servant of Westarctica=== | ||
On May | On 1 May 2018 Wolf was awarded the newly established [[Honored Westarctican Awards|Honored Servant of Westarctica]], (then known as the Honored Service ribbon). The award citation read: | ||
<blockquote> | |||
"...for his many years of exemplary service to Westarctica as the Prime Minister and Minister of Defense. His Grace shepherded the nation in troubled times, and was invaluable in seeing Westarctica through the transition of Grand Dukes. Second only to this was his accomplishment of bringing peace to Antarctic micronationalism by brokering the West Antarctic Treaty. This Honor is bestowed with the utmost respect and deepest gratitude of Westarctica's leadership on this, the 1st day of May in the year Two-Thousand and Eighteen." | "...for his many years of exemplary service to Westarctica as the Prime Minister and Minister of Defense. His Grace shepherded the nation in troubled times, and was invaluable in seeing Westarctica through the transition of Grand Dukes. Second only to this was his accomplishment of bringing peace to Antarctic micronationalism by brokering the West Antarctic Treaty. This Honor is bestowed with the utmost respect and deepest gratitude of Westarctica's leadership on this, the 1st day of May in the year Two-Thousand and Eighteen." | ||
</blockquote> | |||
===Honored Volunteer of Westarctica=== | |||
On 10 September 2019 Wolf was named an Honored Volunteer of Westarctica. The award citation read: | |||
<blockquote> | |||
"...for service in the First Constitutional Convention. The effort, dedication, and insight provided by His Grage during the construction of the nation's constitution was instrumental in paving the way for a stable and sustainable Westarctica This Honor is bestowed with the utmost respect and deepest gratitude on this, the 10th day of September in the year Two-Thousand and Nineteen." | |||
</blockquote> | |||
==Westarctica Civilian Corps awards== | |||
[[File:DukeWaescheCCribbons.jpg|thumb|right|Duke Wolf's Civilian Corps ribbons]] | |||
Shown, from left to right, are: | |||
'''Top row:''' Order of the Orca ribbon (with silver Knight device), Order of the Snowflake ribbon (with silver Knight Grand Commander device) | |||
<br>'''Second row:''' Legion of Peace ribbon (with silver Legionnaire device), Honored Servant ribbon, Honored Volunteer ribbon | |||
<br>'''Third row:''' Civilian Corps Commendation ribbon, Civilian Corps Achievement ribbon, Government Service ribbon | |||
<br>'''Bottom row:''' Long Service ribbon, Civilian Corps Service ribbon, Nobles ribbon | |||
==US Military Awards and Decorations== | |||
[[File:Wolf military rack.jpg|thumb|left|Ribbon display showing Duke Wolf's US military awards]] | |||
Shown, from left to right, are: | |||
'''Top row:''' Army Commendation medal (4 awards, including 1 for valor) | |||
<br>'''Second row:''' Army Commendation medal (1 additional award), Army Achievement medal (5th award), Army Good Conduct medal (6th award) | |||
<br>'''Third row:''' National Defense Service medal (2nd award), Southwest Asia Service medal (with 3 campaign stars), Global War on Terrorism Service medal | |||
<br>'''Fourth Row:''' Korea Defense Service medal, NCO Professional Development ribbon (2nd award), Army Service ribbon | |||
<br>'''Bottom Row:''' Overseas Service ribbon (3rd award), Kuwait Liberation medal (Saudi Arabia), Kuwait Liberation medal (Kuwait) | |||
During his service, Duke Wolf also earned the Driver and Mechanic badge, as well as the badge for German Marksmanship (Schützenschnur). | |||
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[[Category:Royal Council Ministers]] | [[Category:Royal Council Ministers]] | ||
[[Category:Heads of Government of Westarctica]] | [[Category:Heads of Government of Westarctica]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Peerage of Westarctica]] | ||
[[Category:Knights of the Snowflake]] | [[Category:Knights of the Snowflake]] | ||
[[Category:Old Guard]] | [[Category:Old Guard]] | ||
[[Category:Westarctica Civilian Corps members]] |
Latest revision as of 22:17, 31 May 2023
His Grace The Duke of Waesche | |
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Knight of the Orca Knight Grand Commander of the Snowflake Companion of Westarctica Legionnaire in the Legion of Peace
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In Office | 02 June 2010 - 24 May 2017 |
Preceded by | Office Established |
Successor | Jordan Farmer |
In Office | 27 July 2005 - Present |
Preceded by | Office Established |
In Office | 28 April 2023 - Present |
Preceded by | Office Established |
Spouse | Christa Tulier |
Issue | Michael Tulier |
Born | 31 March 1966 |
His Grace, the Duke of Waesche, Luis 'Wolf' Tulier is a member of the Peerage of Westarctica. He was formerly the Prime Minister of Westarctica, having been the first person to ever hold that office. His Grace currently serves the government as Minister of Defense, a position he has held since 27 July 2005.
As Minister of Defense
As Minister of Defense, Wolf Tulier served as the head of the Royal Officer Corps, utilizing his experience as a soldier in the U.S. Army to guide his leadership of the Corps. Shortly following the creation of the office, Wolf appointed the former Baronet of Brandenberger, Troy Thompson, as Deputy Minister of Defense to assist him in getting Westarctica’s military into marching order.
Involvement in 2010 Coup
- Main Article: The Great Return
In May 2010, the Wolf approached former Grand Duke Travis and informed him that the central government of Westarctica had ceased to exist as a functioning administrative unit. For several months, the reigning Head of State, Grand Duke Jon-Lawrence, had failed to return any e-mails or other communications. Complicating the matter further, Westarctica's official website had once again fallen into the hands of a domain parking service, so information about Westarctica was no longer available to the world.
As Minister of Defense, Wolf considered it his chief duty to protect the nation of Westarctica, not to protect the reign of any particular Grand Duke. In this capacity, he and Travis plotted a coup that would result in Travis regaining the throne as Grand Duke and Wolf taking overall responsibility for the functions of government as Prime Minister.
As Prime Minister
After being appointed to the post of Prime Minister, Wolf's first task was ending the lingering hostilities of the Siple War and negotiating the West-Antarctic Treaty, which would bring lasting peace to Marie Byrd Land. He was responsible for approving the final version of the 2012 Charter of Westarctica as well as signing many treaties of diplomatic recognition on behalf of the nation.
From June 2010 - November 2016, he served as Westarctica's ambassador to the Antarctic Micronational Union before advising the Grand Duke to withdraw from the Union alongside the Grand Duchy of Flandrensis.
In early 2017, Wolf expressed an interest in stepping down from the post of Prime Minister because he felt his mission of restoring dignity to Westarctica had been accomplished and he wished to devote more time to outside activities. After vetting several candidates to replace him in the role, no suitable person could be found and Wolf formally resigned from the post of Prime Minister on 24 May 2017.
Return as Minister of Defense
Upon resigning as Prime Minister of Westarctica, the Duke of Waesche returned to his cabinet post as Minister of Defense, which had become a largely ceremonial position. He continued to serve as a close advisor to the Grand Duke, making recommendations on courses of action and approving updates to the revised Charter of Westarctica.
In April 2018, he helped fight trademark and copyright violations from the imposter micronation "Empire of Westantarctica," run by a French con artist trying to scam money from unsuspecting people. On 30 April 2018, His Grace conducted the investiture of Sir Michael Richards, the Ellsworth King of Arms, as a Knight Commander in the Order of the Snowflake. It was the first such investiture undertaken on behalf of the Grand Duke.
Featured Quotes
- "I realized with a start that my loyalty had to be to the country, the idea; not the man."
- "As the original claim was yours, you should pick up the reins!"
- "It would be at best uncomfortable to live there, and it is frustrating not to be able to visit."
- "Most of the populace is going to look askance at our project. We must strive to give it legitimacy."
Titles
Count of Waesche
Upon assuming the position of Minister of Defense, Wolf was granted the title Count of Waesche, so-named for Mount Waesche, a volcano to the southwest of Mount Sidley.
Duke of Waesche
25 October 2012, two years into Wolf's tenure as Prime Minister of Westarctica, his title was upgraded from Count to Duke. His Grace has been known as the Duke of Waesche ever since.
Warden of the Marshes
On 28 April 2023, His Grace was granted the ceremonial title Warden of the Marshes, designated for the head of Westarctica's military. "The Marshes" originated from the Seven Seas of Rhye in the Colony of Calsahara. The holder is a member of the Royal Household of Grand Duke Travis.
Honors
Companion of Westarctica, 2021
Knight in the Illustrious Antarctic Order of the Orca, 2019
Knight Grand Commander in the Order of the Snowflake, 2017
Legion of Peace, 2010
Order of Flandrensis, 2010
Commodore in the Molossian Navy, 2006
Honored Servant of Westarctica
On 1 May 2018 Wolf was awarded the newly established Honored Servant of Westarctica, (then known as the Honored Service ribbon). The award citation read:
"...for his many years of exemplary service to Westarctica as the Prime Minister and Minister of Defense. His Grace shepherded the nation in troubled times, and was invaluable in seeing Westarctica through the transition of Grand Dukes. Second only to this was his accomplishment of bringing peace to Antarctic micronationalism by brokering the West Antarctic Treaty. This Honor is bestowed with the utmost respect and deepest gratitude of Westarctica's leadership on this, the 1st day of May in the year Two-Thousand and Eighteen."
Honored Volunteer of Westarctica
On 10 September 2019 Wolf was named an Honored Volunteer of Westarctica. The award citation read:
"...for service in the First Constitutional Convention. The effort, dedication, and insight provided by His Grage during the construction of the nation's constitution was instrumental in paving the way for a stable and sustainable Westarctica This Honor is bestowed with the utmost respect and deepest gratitude on this, the 10th day of September in the year Two-Thousand and Nineteen."
Westarctica Civilian Corps awards
Shown, from left to right, are:
Top row: Order of the Orca ribbon (with silver Knight device), Order of the Snowflake ribbon (with silver Knight Grand Commander device)
Second row: Legion of Peace ribbon (with silver Legionnaire device), Honored Servant ribbon, Honored Volunteer ribbon
Third row: Civilian Corps Commendation ribbon, Civilian Corps Achievement ribbon, Government Service ribbon
Bottom row: Long Service ribbon, Civilian Corps Service ribbon, Nobles ribbon
US Military Awards and Decorations
Shown, from left to right, are:
Top row: Army Commendation medal (4 awards, including 1 for valor)
Second row: Army Commendation medal (1 additional award), Army Achievement medal (5th award), Army Good Conduct medal (6th award)
Third row: National Defense Service medal (2nd award), Southwest Asia Service medal (with 3 campaign stars), Global War on Terrorism Service medal
Fourth Row: Korea Defense Service medal, NCO Professional Development ribbon (2nd award), Army Service ribbon
Bottom Row: Overseas Service ribbon (3rd award), Kuwait Liberation medal (Saudi Arabia), Kuwait Liberation medal (Kuwait)
During his service, Duke Wolf also earned the Driver and Mechanic badge, as well as the badge for German Marksmanship (Schützenschnur).