League of Nations

''This country is part of the Post-Dissolution Sphere.

Columbus is a democratic nation located in Northern America. Its territory includes the eastern coast of America and parts of the Atlantic Ocean. The area is larger than a few countries with a diameter of 783.904 miles. Hispanic Peak has over 13 thousand people. Hispanic Peak borders Canada and Mexico. Many immigrants from around the world have moved to Columbus for a better life.

History
In 2012 the United States of America created a new nation on their east coast. This was done as a symbol of hope and a chance to start again. They decided to name the new country Columbus (after Christopher Columbus) and elected Luke C as President. On the 2nd August 2012 their dream came true - Columbus was born. The country received many foreign aid offers at the beginning of its history from many nations around the world. These donations contributed to its early economic miracle. As of today the country is mainly populated by Caucasian Americans who have migrated in steady flows.

About Nation page (8/01/2012)
Columbus is a growing, developing, and maturing nation at 39 days old with citizens primarily of Caucasian ethnicity whose religion is Christianity. Its technology is advancing rapidly. Its citizens enjoy a wealth of technology within their nation. Its citizens enjoy freedom from high taxation and as a result tend to earn more money. The citizens of Columbus work diligently to produce Coal and Gold as tradable resources for their nation. It is an aggressive country that some say has an itch for war. Columbus is currently researching nuclear technology for the use of nuclear power plants but believes nuclear weapons should be banned. Plans are on the way within Columbus to open new rehabilitation centers across the nation and educate its citizens of the dangers of drug use. Columbus allows its citizens to protest their government but uses a strong police force to monitor things and arrest lawbreakers. It has an open border policy, but in order for immigrants to remain in the country they will have to become citizens first. Columbus believes in the freedom of speech and feels that it is every citizen's right to speak freely about their government. The government gives foreign aid when it can, but looks to take care of its own people first. Columbus will not make deals with another country that has a history of inhuman treatment of its citizens.

Relations With Other Countries
Columbus has an extensive network of allies as well as strong foreign relations with many nations. Its largest export is technology as it takes part in tech deals with many other nations.

Wars
Currently Columbus is involed 1 war.

Columbus Military
Even though Columbus is mostly a peacefu nation it stilll has a strong standing military. The militray is divided into 3 branches consisting of an army, air force and navy.

Columbus Army

The Columbus Army is the military branch for battles and invasions on the ground. The soldiers are well trained and equipped with modern weapons. This is the largest and most important branch of the Columbus military. The C.A also has a large amount of tanks which it uses as support for its soldiers during battles. Columbus Navy

The Columbus Navy is the proposed military branch for sea. This military branch will be developed over the coming months.

Columbus Airforce

The Columbus Air Force is the military branch for air. Columbus is looking to further develop its current force by buying new, stronger aircraft. As this will be an expensive operation the plan has been postponed for the next few months.

The C.A.F has also possesed cruise missiles in its short history, but is against nuclear weapons.

Economy
Columbus has a strong economy, exporting a variety of resources and goods. Its main exports which also happen to be its native resources include coal and gold. On top of this Columbus exports a large amount of technology which contributes to its solid economy.

The future for Columbus seems bright as its citizens are earning more and more money as time passes. Despite collecting lots of money the government also has large bills to pay which have prevented Columbus from becoming an economic superpower. Columbus has also struggled with debt and is currently in the biggest deficit it has ever seen. It has a capitalist economy and believes in free trade.

Politcal Parties
Since Columbus is a democratic nations there are several different political parties. Elections are held every four years. It is compulsory to vote for citizens above 18 years of age.

Columbus political parties:

Columbus Democrats (major party) - in power at moment

Columbus Republicans (major party)

Columbus Greens

Columbus Socialists

Columbus Liberals

Columbus Labourers

Holidays and National Events
Columbus has a wide range of public holidays.

Janurary 1st = New Years Day

March 17 = St. Patricks Day

April 1 = Aril Fools

April = Easter

May = Mothers Day

August 2 = Independence Day

September = Fathers Day

October 31 = Halloween

November = Thanksgiving

December 24 = Christmas Eve

December 25 = Christmas

December 26 = Boxing Day

December 31 = New Years Eve

Geography, climate and environment
With a farily large area and a small population Columbus is mostly covered with forest. Despite the fact that Columbus is home to lots of wildlife the nation has a poor environment and needs a major clean up. Because of its northern position near the Atlantic Ocean Columbus has mild weather but sometimes experiences heavy rain and snow. It also has many lakes and rivers, which provide water for the citizens. Columbus also has some beatiful beaches along its coast. Columbus' most populated city is Libery City, which is also its capital. At the moment because of its small population Columbus does not have any other major cities, but instead is home to many small towns and communities.

Religion
Columbus is a Christian nation but as its population consists of Americans it also has a small population of Jews, Hindus, Muslims and Buddhists.

Allies
Columbus is mainly a diplomatic nation and is a new member of the North Atlantic Defense Coalition. It also has a wide range of trading partners and other ally nations.