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| type = monarch | | type = monarch | ||
| name = <small>His Grace</small><br>The Duke of Moulton-Berlin | | name = <small>His Grace</small><br>The Duke of Moulton-Berlin | ||
| title = <small>Knight Commander in the Holy Order of The Cross</small> | | title = <small>Count of Byrd<br>[[Baron]] of Schuylkill<br>Knight of the Orca<br>Knight Commander of the Snowflake<br>Companion of Westarctica<br>Knight Commander in the Holy Order of The Cross</small> | ||
| image = Jon-Lawrence.jpg | | image = Jon-Lawrence.jpg | ||
| imgw = 200px | | imgw = 200px | ||
| succession = Grand Duke of | | succession = [[Grand Duke of Westarctica]] | ||
| reign = 30 December 2008 - 2 June 2010 | | reign = 30 December 2008 - 2 June 2010 | ||
| reign-type = Reign | | reign-type = Reign | ||
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| successor = [[Grand Duke Travis]] | | successor = [[Grand Duke Travis]] | ||
| suc-type = Successor | | suc-type = Successor | ||
| succession1 = | | succession1 = [[Kapellmeister]] | ||
| reign1 = | | reign1 = April 2020 - Present | ||
| reign-type1 = In Office | | reign-type1 = In Office | ||
| predecessor1 = ''Office Established'' | | predecessor1 = ''Office Established'' | ||
| pre-type1 = Preceded by | | pre-type1 = Preceded by | ||
| | | succession2 = [[Ellsworth King of Arms|Chief Herald of Westarctica]] | ||
| suc- | | reign2 = 2004 - 2010 | ||
| reign-type2 = In Office | |||
| predecessor2 = ''Office Established'' | |||
| pre-type2 = Preceded by | |||
| successor2 = [[Michael Richards]] | |||
| suc-type2 = Successor | |||
|- | |- | ||
| spouse = Lisa | | spouse = Lisa, Duchess of [[Ames Range|Ames]] <small>(m. 2009)</small> | ||
| spouse-type = | | spouse-type = Consort | ||
| issue = | | issue = [[Baron of Maricopa]]<br>Count Liam of [[Lind Ridge|Lind]] | ||
| father = ? | | father = ? | ||
| mother = ? | | mother = ? | ||
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'''Jon-Lawrence Langer''', the '''Duke of Moulton-Berlin''' is a member of the Old Guard of Westarctica, having been a citizen and a member of the [[Peerage of Westarctica]] since 2004. His Grace was instrumental in helping build the early foundations of Westarctica and he was responsible for guiding [[Grand Duke Travis]] both as a mentor and a close aide. A sometimes controversial figure in Westarctica's history, Jon-Lawrence served as [[Grand Duke of Westarctica]] from 2008 - 2010, when his rule was overthrown in a [[The Great Return|coup]] led by Grand Duke Travis and the [[Minister of Defense]], [[Duke of Waesche|Wolf Tulier]]. | '''Jon-Lawrence Langer''', the '''Duke of Moulton-Berlin''' is a member of the [[Old Guard]] of [[Westarctica]], having been a citizen and a member of the [[Peerage of Westarctica]] since 2004. His Grace was instrumental in helping build the early foundations of Westarctica and he was responsible for guiding [[Grand Duke Travis]] both as a mentor and a close aide. A sometimes controversial figure in Westarctica's history, Jon-Lawrence served as [[Grand Duke of Westarctica]] from 2008 - 2010, when his rule was overthrown in a [[The Great Return|coup]] led by Grand Duke Travis and the [[Minister of Defense]], [[Duke of Waesche|Wolf Tulier]]. | ||
==Life Before Westarctica== | ==Life Before Westarctica== | ||
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==Career in Westarctica== | ==Career in Westarctica== | ||
Jon-Lawrence was one of the earliest citizens of Westarctica having joined on April 7, 2004, while the country was still being called the [[Achaean Territory of Antarctica|Achaean Territory]]. This makes his citizenship technically older than Westarctica itself. His enthusiasm for the new country project as well as his thoughtful ideas for moving Westarctica forward immediately impressed the Grand Duke and he quickly became a trusted advisor to the crown. | Jon-Lawrence was one of the earliest citizens of Westarctica having joined on April 7, 2004, while the country was still being called the [[Achaean Territory of Antarctica|Achaean Territory]]. This makes his citizenship technically older than Westarctica itself. His enthusiasm for the new country project as well as his thoughtful ideas for moving Westarctica forward immediately impressed the Grand Duke and he quickly became a trusted advisor to the crown. Jon-Lawrence was one of the only [[Peerage of Westarctica|peers of Westarctica]] to be granted the right to create and bestow his own orders of knighthood. He created two: the Order of the Tiger and the Order of St. Valentine. Both orders were sparingly bestowed, but the Order of the Tiger was one of the awards presented to [[President Kevin Baugh]] of [[Molossia]] during Westarctica's first state visit. | ||
===As Chief Herald=== | ===As Chief Herald=== | ||
[[File:Langer ruby1.JPG|thumb|300px|The Langer Ruby]] | |||
One of Jon-Lawrence's most significant contributions to Westarctica were the armorial achievements he created on behalf of the nation. As Chief Herald, he created the [[Westarctican College of Arms]] and designed the first [[Coat of Arms of Westarctica|coat of arms]] for the country. These arms were utilized on Westarctica's [[Coins of Westarctica|currency]] from 2005 - 2013. For his service to the government, Jon-Lawrence was made Count of Byrd in 2004. | One of Jon-Lawrence's most significant contributions to Westarctica were the armorial achievements he created on behalf of the nation. As Chief Herald, he created the [[Westarctican College of Arms]] and designed the first [[Coat of Arms of Westarctica|coat of arms]] for the country. These arms were utilized on Westarctica's [[Coins of Westarctica|currency]] from 2005 - 2013. For his service to the government, Jon-Lawrence was made Count of Byrd in 2004. | ||
===Duke of Moulton-Berlin=== | ===Duke of Moulton-Berlin=== | ||
The Duchies of [[Mount Moulton|Moulton]] and [[Mount Berlin|Berlin]] were deeded to His Grace on June | The Duchies of [[Mount Moulton|Moulton]] and [[Mount Berlin|Berlin]] were deeded to His Grace on 4 June 2005 while the Duke was still serving as Westarctica's Chief Herald. At this time, he had also started crafting custom jewelry and, through his connections in the international jewel market, he donated several valuable pieces to the [[Crown Jewels of Westarctica]]. The largest of these, a 177 carat ruby, was named "The Langer Ruby" and is the centerpiece of the collection. | ||
==Work with foreign nations== | ==Work with foreign nations== | ||
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==Post-reign life== | ==Post-reign life== | ||
Following his [[The Great Return|removal from the throne]] of Westarctica, Jon-Lawrence was permitted to retain his noble titles. | [[File:JL-Langer-Orca.jpg|350px|thumb|The Duke of Moulton-Berlin receiving the Order of the Orca from Grand Duke Travis]] | ||
Following his [[The Great Return|removal from the throne]] of Westarctica, Jon-Lawrence was permitted to retain his noble titles. At first, he remained largely inactive in Westarctican affairs, however, he did express admiration for Grand Duke Travis' vision for the nation during [[Westarctica's 15th Anniversary Celebration]]. His Grace's painting, Moon over [[Mount Moulton]], was awarded Crown Selection in the [[2018 Westarctica Art Expo]]. | |||
On 28 July 2019, the Duke and Duchess of Moulton-Berlin met with Grand Duke Travis in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. During this meeting, they discussed the early days of the nation and the troubled times of 2006 - 2010. Following a light lunch, the Duke was invested as a Knight in the [[Order of the Orca]] in recognition of his efforts to maintain [[Government of Westarctica|Westarctica's government]] in 2008, as well as the assistance he provided in growing the nation from 2004 - 2006. | |||
On 1 April 2020, the Duke was appointed to the post of [[Kapellmeister]] and given responsibility for composing music on behalf of Westarctica's various institutions. | |||
==[[Encyclopedia Westarctica:Featured Quotes|Featured quotes]]== | |||
* "I truly feel Westarctica can be a positive life changing experience for others." | |||
* "Few things in this life are safe from the ravages of time. The Hereditary Noble Title system allows an opportunity for the Grand Duchy of Westarctica to honor an individual for generations after they leave this life." | |||
* "I invite the challenge." | |||
==Honors and awards== | |||
===Honored Artist of Westarctica=== | ===Honored Artist of Westarctica=== | ||
On August 25th, 2018 Jon-Lawrence was | On August 25th, 2018 Jon-Lawrence was named as an [[Honored Westarctican Awards|Honored Artist of Westarctica]] (then called the Honored Artist ribbon). The award citation read: | ||
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</blockquote> | </blockquote> | ||
===Knighthoods=== | ===Knighthoods=== | ||
*{{flagiconstart|Flag of Westarctica.jpg|Westarctica}} Knight Commander in the [[Order of the Snowflake]], 2021 | |||
*{{flagiconstart|Flag of Westarctica.jpg|Westarctica}} Companion of the [[Noble Order of Westarctica]], 2021 | |||
*{{flagiconstart|Flag of Westarctica.jpg|Westarctica}} Knight in the [[Illustrious Antarctic Order of the Orca]], 2019 | |||
*{{flagiconstart|Flag of Cravant.JPG}} Cavalier, 2nd Calvary Regiment in the Order of Cravant, 2008 | *{{flagiconstart|Flag of Cravant.JPG}} Cavalier, 2nd Calvary Regiment in the Order of Cravant, 2008 | ||
*{{flagiconstart|Flag of Westarctica.jpg|Westarctica}} Knight Commander in the [[Holy Order of The Cross]], 2005 | *{{flagiconstart|Flag of Westarctica.jpg|Westarctica}} Knight Commander in the [[Holy Order of The Cross]], 2005 | ||
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*{{flagiconstart|Flag of Moulton-Berlin.jpg}} Patron of the Order of St. Valentine, 2005 | *{{flagiconstart|Flag of Moulton-Berlin.jpg}} Patron of the Order of St. Valentine, 2005 | ||
==Military Ranks== | |||
*{{flagiconstart|Flag of Molossia.png}} '''2006 - Present:''' Commodore in the [[Molossian Navy]] | *{{flagiconstart|Flag of Molossia.png}} '''2006 - Present:''' Commodore in the [[Molossian Navy]] | ||
*{{flagiconstart|Flag of United States.png}} '''Years Unknown:''' Airman in the United States Air Force | *{{flagiconstart|Flag of United States.png}} '''Years Unknown:''' Airman in the United States Air Force | ||
==Westarctica Civilian Corps Awards and Decorations== | |||
[[File:DukeJonLawrenceCCribbons.png|thumb|left|Ribbon display showing the Duke's Westarctica Civilian Corps awards.]] | |||
Shown, from left to right, are: | |||
'''Top row:''' Order of the Orca ribbon (with silver Knight device), Honored Artist ribbon | |||
<br>'''Bottom row:''' Long Service ribbon, Civilian Corps Service ribbon, Nobles ribbon | |||
[[Category:Peerage of Westarctica]] | [[Category:Peerage of Westarctica]] | ||