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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! == |
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Roses, Tulips, and Liberty (RTL) is a |
'''Roses, Tulips, and Liberty (RTL)''' is a holistic alternate history project that imagines a world where the Dutch, rather than the British, emerged as the predominant force in North America from the 17th to 19th centuries. This fundamental shift in history results in a vastly different timeline, complete with unique events, historical figures, and nations, not only in the American continent but in the rest of the world as well. |
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The timeline delves into the rise of a different set of Great Powers and narrates the stories of other nations, such as Russia and Britain, as they navigate and exert influence in this altered world over the centuries. |
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The ripple effects of this alternate history impact the trajectories of various nations, leading to unexpected, and sometimes random, alliances, rivalries, and power dynamics. This project aims to trace the course of history from the 17th century to the present day, examining not only the rise of the Dutch but also the global impact of other major powers in this reimagined timeline. |
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* [https://discord.gg/z5VVDB9Z4B Discord] All are welcome, feel free to join if you want to contribute or just hang out in general. This is where the discussion and brainstorming for the timeline happens. |
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* [https://www.reddit.com/r/RosesTulipsAndLiberty/ RTL Subreddit] This is where maps are posted (aside from this wiki, of course). Maps are also posted on r/imaginarymaps on Reddit, most of the time. |
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== Point of Divergence == |
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In our timeline, the Dutch colony of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Netherland New Netherland] came to an end after it was ceded to England in 1667, following the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second_Anglo-Dutch_War 2nd Anglo-Dutch War]. In this timeline, however, the colony holds out and repels the English invasion. But how, exactly? |
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In Roses, Tulips, and Liberty, the Dutch Republic establishes the colony of New Netherland in the 17th century, which in reality was ceded to England in 1667. In this alternate timeline, New Netherland repels the English invasion and becomes a base for further Dutch exploration in the Americas and diplomacy with indigenous nations, such as the Iroquois. This leads to conflicts between the Dutch Republic and Spain's colonial ambitions. |
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To understand the situation, we need to go 26 years back. The story begins when [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adriaen_van_der_Donck Adriaen van der Donck], a Dutch lawyer, arrived in New Netherland in 1641. He was immediately impressed by the land, which, in contrast with the Netherlands, was thickly forested, hilly, and full of wildlife. He ended up spending a good portion of his life in the colony, exploring and writing about this beautiful land. He traveled back and forth multiple times between his homeland and New Netherland to promote the Dutch West India Company run-colony. |
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<small><sup>Full resolution [https://www.deviantart.com/wannabeecartographie/art/The-World-of-Roses-Tulips-and-Liberty-in-1965-959781653 here]. Also see the [https://www.reddit.com/r/imaginarymaps/comments/rsqnfq/the_world_of_roses_tulips_liberty_in_1935/ 1895] and [https://www.reddit.com/r/imaginarymaps/comments/rsqnfq/the_world_of_roses_tulips_liberty_in_1935/ 1935] world maps.</sup></small> |
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It was not long after that he became an activist for Dutch-style republicanism and a prominent political figure in the colony. He despised the mismanagement and undemocratic methods of the Dutch WIC, a sentiment he shared with his fellow colonists. Van der Donck became the voice of the settlers, advocating for reforms and a change in the colonial government. |
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== Further Reading == |
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He was elected in the colony's Council of Nine in 1649 and had petitioned the Dutch States-General in Europe to remove the Dutch WIC from the colonial administration and establish a more liberal government. After several years of being ignored, his petition was finally heard and granted by the Dutch States-General on February 2, 1653. He was victorious. |
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=== Essential reading === |
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However, before he could sail back to the colony, the First Anglo-Dutch War broke out. Due to the war, the Dutch government rescinded its decision for the colony, and Van Der Donck's dreams for New Netherland fell apart. |
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* The nations of [[New Netherland]] and [[Tussenland]], the focal points of Roses, Tulips, and Liberty. |
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* [[History of New Netherland]]: a must-read article for getting into RTL history. New Netherland was the first Dutch colony in North America. |
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*[[History of Tussenland]]: another essential read. Tussenland was the larger Dutch colony in North America. |
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=== Lore === |
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Van der Donck's multiple attempts to return to the colony was blocked by the Dutch WIC because of the destabilizing effects of his activism, especially in a time of war. Two years later, Van Der Donck died. His dreams never came to fruition, and he became nothing but a footnote in New York history and American history in general. |
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* [[Nations of the World|The Nations of the World]]: a non-comprehensive list of nations in RTL, including defunct ones |
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* [[History of Europe]]: for those curious with the happenings in Europe |
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* [[The Great War]] arc and [[Silent War]] arc (20th century) |
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* Lists of: [[List of languages|languages]], [[List of notable people|notable people]] ([[Index of lists|see all lists]]) |
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* [[Technology in RTL]] |
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* [[Political ideologies in RTL]] |
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=== Lists and other curiosities === |
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This timeline explores what could have happened if his plans had materialized. In this timeline, the First Anglo-Dutch war still happens, but Van Der Donck was allowed to proceed with his new government in New Netherland. |
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* [[Chronological Map Catalog|The Chronological Map Catalog]]: every map in RTL ever, in order |
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*[[Glossary of terms]]: terminologies unique to the RTL timeline |
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If you would like to ask questions, give feedback, you can reach us out via the Say/Ask anything thread pinned on the [https://www.reddit.com/r/RosesTulipsAndLiberty/ RTL Subreddit]. |
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Fast forward back to the 2nd Anglo-Dutch war, when four English frigates had sailed to New Amsterdam and demanded New Netherland's surrender. Due to the promotion of the colony and a boom in population thanks to Van der Donck's advocacies, the settlers were able to successfully repel this attempted invasion and secure New Netherland's position for the years to come. |
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The ''Roses, Tulips, and the Liberty'' pertain to New Netherland's complicated history with England (''Rose),'' the Dutch Republic (''Tulips),'' and her independence in 1795 (liberty). More specifically, it refers to the Autumn War of 1795. When the Dutch Republic was subjugated by the French Republic in 1795, the Dutch stadtholder [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_V,_Prince_of_Orange William V] ordered New Netherland to surrender to Britain for "safekeeping". However, New Netherland's leader refused to acknowledge this order. Britain then sent an ultimatum for the New Netherland colonial government to surrender. When they refused to do so, they were plunged into a war against Britain known as the ''Autumn War.'' This war is the most significant war in New Netherland history, and is often regarded as the ''independence war.'' |
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Latest revision as of 17:23, 20 April 2024
Roses, Tulips, and Liberty (RTL) is a holistic alternate history project that imagines a world where the Dutch, rather than the British, emerged as the predominant force in North America from the 17th to 19th centuries. This fundamental shift in history results in a vastly different timeline, complete with unique events, historical figures, and nations, not only in the American continent but in the rest of the world as well.
The timeline delves into the rise of a different set of Great Powers and narrates the stories of other nations, such as Russia and Britain, as they navigate and exert influence in this altered world over the centuries.
The ripple effects of this alternate history impact the trajectories of various nations, leading to unexpected, and sometimes random, alliances, rivalries, and power dynamics. This project aims to trace the course of history from the 17th century to the present day, examining not only the rise of the Dutch but also the global impact of other major powers in this reimagined timeline.
Point of Divergence
In Roses, Tulips, and Liberty, the Dutch Republic establishes the colony of New Netherland in the 17th century, which in reality was ceded to England in 1667. In this alternate timeline, New Netherland repels the English invasion and becomes a base for further Dutch exploration in the Americas and diplomacy with indigenous nations, such as the Iroquois. This leads to conflicts between the Dutch Republic and Spain's colonial ambitions.
The World of Roses, Tulips, and Liberty
Full resolution here. Also see the 1895 and 1935 world maps.
Further Reading
Essential reading
- The nations of New Netherland and Tussenland, the focal points of Roses, Tulips, and Liberty.
- History of New Netherland: a must-read article for getting into RTL history. New Netherland was the first Dutch colony in North America.
- History of Tussenland: another essential read. Tussenland was the larger Dutch colony in North America.
Lore
- The Nations of the World: a non-comprehensive list of nations in RTL, including defunct ones
- History of Europe: for those curious with the happenings in Europe
- The Great War arc and Silent War arc (20th century)
- Lists of: languages, notable people (see all lists)
- Technology in RTL
- Political ideologies in RTL
Lists and other curiosities
- The Chronological Map Catalog: every map in RTL ever, in order
- Glossary of terms: terminologies unique to the RTL timeline
- Frequently Asked Questions
If you would like to ask questions, give feedback, you can reach us out via the Say/Ask anything thread pinned on the RTL Subreddit.
