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The Republic of Ezo

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Just another miscellaneous country from my alternate history Habsburg timeline, i wish i could have made a bigger version, but i only could only find one base map to crop the base out of. Other than that I'm pretty happy with how it turned out. I may make an english version if i have the time, so sorry if you can't read it xP

To anyone who can read this, Sorry for any lapses in grammar/if anything doesn't make sense, I was tired and it was a rush job. (me and my excuses xP lol)

Essentially this is if the Shogunate forces had won the Boshin war, and the Republic had survived.

Now for a little timeline explanation:
-Upon its founding on December 15th, 1868, Enomoto sends multiple diplomatic envoys to several countries on december 20th in hopes of gaining support against the Republic's Imperial Counterpart.

-two months later on February 15th, 1869, several of Enomoto's diplomatic envoys bring back news of success, as President Andrew Johnson United North American States and Tsar Nicholas II of Russia are willing to support the fledgling republic. (Both side's ulterior motives being to weaken Japan's influence in asia.)

-On February 21st, 1869, American, Russian and Ezonese representatives convene in the City of Hakodate and sign the Treaty of Hakodate. The Terms of the treaty are as such:
*The United North American States and The Russian Empire agree to aid the Republic of Ezo economically and extend diplomatic recognition.
*In exchange, The Republic of Ezo will relinquish all claim to Northern Karafuto (Sakhalin) to the Russian empire, and allow for the UNAS and Russian empire to establish several military posts within its national Territory.
-Upon the signing of the treaty, the U.S. and Russia immediately begin selling the Republicans on Ezo Arms and ammunition, as well as loaning several military officers to train the Fighting force.

-March 20th, 1869: Rebel forces succeed in capturing the New Imperial Ship, the Kotetsu.

-April 9th, 1869: Imperial forces Land on Hokkaido, and the Battle for Hakodate begins.
>Rebel forces manage to repel Imperial Troops, but with heavy casualties on both sides.
>Rebel forces win a decisive victory in the Battle of Hakodate Bay.
>Imperial forces launch three more smaller incursions, each dealing considerable damage, but is unable to take Hakodate.

-June 30th, 1869: French, British, American, and Russian forces attempt to begin mediation talks in order to end the conflict under threats of intervention.

-July 6th, the peace of Hakodate is Signed, the terms and conditions are as followed:
*The Empire of Japan is to Officially recognize the Government of the Republic of Ezo as sovereign, and legitimate over the Island of Ezo.
*The Republic of Ezo will Open all its ports to foreign trade.
*The Tsugaru straight is to be demilitarized.
*The Republic of Ezo is to give monetary reparations to The Empire of Japan in exchange for the loss and destruction imposed on Japan in part due to the rebellion.

-Both sides grudgingly sign the treaty, and the Boshin war officially draws to a close.

~NOTES~
*I have no idea what the demonym for Ezo would be (in english anyway)... so if anyone has any suggestions, I'm open lol.
*I'd fill in more about the war if i could, but all i could find that was remotely detailed was what was on Wikipedia, so if anyone cares to fill me in a bit on whatever, feel free to.
Ok, This map is about maybe 1890ish-1905ish, i haven't really nailed down a date.

I'm open to suggestions, feel free to comment, and ask questions!
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Republic of Ezo it 🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡