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| succession = Grand Duke of [[Westarctica]] | | succession = Grand Duke of [[Westarctica]] | ||
| reign = 2008 - June 2, 2010 | | reign = 30 December 2008 - June 2, 2010 | ||
| reign-type = Reign | | reign-type = Reign | ||
| predecessor = [[Grand Duke Philip]] | | predecessor = [[Grand Duke Philip]] | ||
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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 [[Hereditary Nobility of Westarctica|Hereditary Nobility]] 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 coup led by Grand Duke Travis and the | '''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 [[Hereditary Nobility of Westarctica|Hereditary Nobility]] 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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===As Chief Herald=== | ===As Chief Herald=== | ||
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 Westarctica College of Arms and designed the first 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 Moulton and Berlin were deeded to His Grace on June 4, 2005 while the Duke was serving as Westarctica's Chief Herald. | The Duchies of Moulton and Berlin were deeded to His Grace on June 4, 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== | ||
Following the abdication of Grand Duke Travis and Grand Duke Philip's ascension to the throne, tensions in the government led | Following the abdication of [[Grand Duke Travis]] and [[Grand Duke Philip]]'s ascension to the throne, tensions in the government led several of the [[Grand Ducal Cabinet|cabinet ministers]], including Jon-Lawrence, to seek out other nations which could utilize their talents. | ||
===Grand Duchy of Elsanor=== | ===Grand Duchy of Elsanor=== | ||
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==Reign as Grand Duke of Westarctica== | ==Reign as Grand Duke of Westarctica== | ||
From August to December 2008, Jon-Lawrence was corresponding with Travis McHenry about the possibility of a transfer of power from [[Grand Duke Philip]], who had allowed Westarctica's government to become inactive and reclusive. In an arrangement brokered by Travis, Philip voluntarily gave up the throne and the title [[Grand Duke of Westarctica]] was passed to Jon-Lawrence. He assumed the throne on 30 December 2008 as Grand Duke Jon-Lawrence. | |||
His reign experienced many difficulties, including an uphill battle to regain some of Westarctica's lost prestige and direct attacks on the sovereignty of the nation. These challenges culminated in the [[Siple War]] between [[Westarctica]] and a coalition of allied nations. Eventually, the cabinet ministers and hereditary nobles turned against him, and lobbied Grand Duke Travis to return to the throne. In May 2010, Grand Duke Jon-Lawrence was overthrown in a coup known as [[The Great Return]]. | |||
==Post-reign life== | |||
Following his removal from the throne of Westarctica, Jon-Lawrence was permitted to retain his noble titles. He has largely been inactive in Westarctican affairs, however, he did express admiration for Grand Duke Travis' vision for the nation during Westarctica's 15th Anniversary celebration. | |||
==Honors and Awards== | ==Honors and Awards== | ||
===Knighthoods=== | ===Knighthoods=== | ||
*{{flagiconstart|Flag of Cravant.JPG|Cravant}} Cavalier, 2nd Calvary Regiment in the Order of Cravant, 2008 | *{{flagiconstart|Flag of Cravant.JPG|Cravant}} Cavalier, 2nd Calvary Regiment in the Order of Cravant, 2008 | ||