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{{Nation|common_name=Westerzee|full_name=Province of Westerzee|local_name=Westerzee|capital=Melenssel|largest_city=Melenssel|languages=[[Amerikaens]] (official) </br> [[Corean]] </br> [[Mandarin]] </br> Russian </br> Others|established=1861|map=Locator_Westerzee.png}}
'''Westerzee''' is a province of the [[Tussenland|Federation of Tussenland]].
== Etymology ==
Westerzee means '''western sea''<nowiki/>' in Dutch, referring to its position on the Pacific coast. The term was coined by a companion of Dutch explorer [[Jacobus Corneliszoon|Jacob Corneliszoon]], [[Simon de Rascon y Tasman]] in 1797. It was first used in an official capacity in 1834 in the charter of town of Oranjehaven; "''de Konnklÿck Tussenland Companie stemm in met de oprichtinck van de Kolonie Oranjehaven op 51e nörderbrîdt, de kust van de westerstî in de jurisdictie Westerzee''".
It is called different names in different languages, such as ''Вестерзи'' (''vesterzi'') in Russian, 웨서지 (''wesjadji'') in Corean, and 韋瑟齊 (''weisechi'') in Chinese.
== History ==
Before European contact, Westerzee was inhabited by various indigenous tribes, who developed complex societies and sustainable ways of life over thousands of years. The region was first explored settled by Europeans in the 18th century.
=== European exploration and settlement ===
[[File:Pacific Northwest Expeditions Map.png|thumb|
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The Corneliszoon Expedition of 1799 was a significant Dutch expedition into the largely uncharted Westerzee region. This expedition was organized and funded by the Royal Tussenland Company, which sought to expand Dutch trade and colonial interests in the region. The expedition was led by [[Jacobus Corneliszoon]], who set out from Fort Maurice with a small team of explorers. The goal of the expedition was to survey and map the Westerzee region, including its coastal features, rivers, and native settlements. The Corneliszoon Expedition faced numerous challenges, including the harsh weather, hostile natives, and treacherous terrain. Despite these obstacles, the expedition was able to gather valuable information about the region, which helped to pave the way for future Dutch exploration and settlement in the area, such as Kuykinck (1799-1802), Dana & Pieter (1805), and Danckaert (1823).
==== Competing Russian, Dutch, and Spanish claims in the 19th century ====
Various European powers competed for control over the Westerzee region in the 19th century. The Russian Empire, for instance, conducted several expeditions in the region, notably the Kolchak expedition in 1815 which led to the establishment of the Fort Alexander colony on Kolchak Island. However, the Russian colony was short-lived as it was plagued by harsh winters and frequent native raids. The Dutch and Russian claims to the region were a source of tension until the Russo-Dutch Treaty of 1832 was signed. This treaty established the modern [[Tussenland]]-[[Alyeska]] international border. Meanwhile, Spain had also previously laid claim to a part of southern Westerzee in the 18th century. However, the [[2nd Dutch-Spanish War|2nd Dutch-Spanish War (1850-1855)]] and [[Dutch-Mexican War|Dutch-Mexican War (1901-1903)]] eventually determined the international border between Westerzee and Mexico.
▲[[File:Pacific Northwest Expeditions Map.png|thumb|The pre-[[Dutch-Mexican War]] settlement patterns of the Pacific Northwest region.]]
In the early 19th century, settlers of Dutch origin from [[New Netherland]] and the eastern regions of the [[Tussenland|Dutch Tussenland colony]] established sparsely populated colonies in the Westerzee region. These independent settlers were known as the ''Boers'' or ''Voortrekkers''. Although the colonies of these ''voortrekkers'' were not officially sponsored by the Royal Tussenland Company, they were largely left to their own devices and were not subjected to much oversight or interference, as the presence of these settlers would only help to legitimize Dutch claims in the area. However, the [[2nd Dutch-Spanish War|1850 Dutch-Spanish War]] led to the annexation of these Voortrekker republics into New Spain, which later became part of [[Mexico]]. Nonetheless, a few Voortrekker republics whose territories extended into the modern-day Westerzee borders had a lasting influence on the region.
==== City of Melenssel and the Tussenland railroad ====
In 1836, the coastal settlement of Melenssel was founded. The construction of the Tussenland Railroad further contributed to the development of Westerzee, with Melenssel being the final destination of this ambitious infrastructure project. The completion of the railroad transformed Melenssel into a bustling trade city and premier port, which attracted even more immigrants to the region, including many Chinese and Corean laborers who contributed to the workforce during its construction. This influx of workers further cemented the influence of Asian culture within Westerzee, which continues to be evident in the present day.
In 1859, the Dutch Tussenland colony experienced significant social and political upheavals, collectively called the ''Tussenland upheavals''. These uprisings were led by the colonists who were seeking greater autonomy and control over their own affairs. In the aftermath of the Tussenland upheavals, the colony of Tussenland was reorganized and divided into several smaller self-governing provinces, one of which being the Westerzee province. Melenssel was made the capital of the newly founded province.
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In the latter half of the 19th century and the early 20th century, several events led to an influx of Asian immigrants, particularly from Corea and China. The [[Canton War|Canton War (1850-1855)]], the industrialization of Corea in the 1850s-1870s, and the devastating impact of the [[Great War]] on [[Corea]] and [[China]] in the 1930s all contributed to a growing number of Asian immigrants seeking better opportunities in Westerzee. The Tussenland government largely welcomed this increase in the Asian population, resulting in the establishment of numerous Asian communities throughout Westerzee. By the 1940s, Corean, Mandarin, and Cantonese were widely spoken in the province, and the government implemented various pro-Asian immigration policies, such as the ''Asiatic Migration Act'' (1940), which increased the quotas for Corean and Chinese immigration into Westerzee. Many Asian individuals were also appointed to government posts and administrative roles, reflecting the region's pro-Asian migration stance.
== Government and Politics ==
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== Demographics ==
Westerzee has a diverse population composed of various ethnicities and cultures. The province has experienced significant demographic shifts throughout its history due to migration, particularly from Corea and China following the Canton Wars and industrialization in Corea. This influx of immigrants transformed Westerzee into a vibrant and multicultural region
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* [[Tussenland]]
▲== See also ==
* [[Westerzee Troubles]]
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