The Alaskan Incident
The Alaskan Incident, occurring in 2018, marked a pivotal moment in American history, leading to Alaska's secession from the United States and the formation of the Great Alaskan States (GAS). Rising tensions over Arctic resources, political polarization, and Canadian paramilitary attacks on Alaskan towns catalyzed the conflict. Feeling abandoned by the federal government, Alaskan leaders declared independence, establishing a new nation divided into Northern, Central, and Southern territories. Each territory operates with significant autonomy, focusing on resource extraction, sustainability, and local governance. The Great Alaskan States continue to navigate ongoing tensions with Canada while forging alliances with other isolated nations, ensuring their survival in a fragmented world.
Background and Leading Events
Early 2000s: Rising Tensions The early 2000s saw increasing tensions between the United States and Canada, primarily due to disputes over natural resources in the Arctic region. Both nations laid claim to valuable oil and gas reserves, leading to a series of diplomatic standoffs. Additionally, climate change opened new shipping routes, further intensifying competition.
2008: Economic Crisis The global financial crisis of 2008 exacerbated these tensions. As the U.S. economy struggled, the federal government sought to exploit Alaska’s vast natural resources to boost economic recovery. This move was met with resistance from environmental groups and indigenous communities, who feared the environmental impact and loss of sovereignty.
2010s: Militarization and Polarization Throughout the 2010s, political polarization in the United States deepened. The rise of the Tea Party movement in 2009 and subsequent political extremism strained federal and state relations. Alaska, with its strong libertarian and independence-minded streak, began to express increasing dissatisfaction with federal oversight and resource exploitation policies.
2017: Canadian Aggression In 2017, Canadian factions, emboldened by their government’s aggressive stance on Arctic sovereignty, began attacking Alaskan towns near the border. These attacks, though not officially sanctioned by the Canadian government, were carried out by paramilitary groups with tacit support. The U.S. federal response was perceived as inadequate, fueling anger and resentment among Alaskans.
The Alaskan Incident
2018: The Catalyst The tipping point came in 2018 when a particularly brutal raid by Canadian paramilitary forces left several Alaskan towns in ruins and resulted in significant civilian casualties. The Alaskan state government, feeling abandoned by the federal government, decided to take matters into its own hands. Alaskan militias retaliated, escalating the conflict into a full-blown border war.
Secession from the United States In response to what they perceived as the federal government’s failure to protect its citizens, Alaskan leaders declared secession from the United States. The Alaskan Independence Movement, which had been a fringe group, gained widespread support almost overnight. On July 4, 2018, Alaska officially declared its independence, forming the Great Alaskan States (GAS).
Division of Alaskan Territory
Formation of the Great Alaskan States The newly formed Great Alaskan States sought to ensure its survival by organizing its vast territory into three distinct regions, each with a degree of autonomy to address local needs and challenges.
- Northern Territory
- Governance: Governed by a council of indigenous leaders and representatives from mining and oil industries.
- Economy: Focused on resource extraction, including oil, gas, and minerals.
- Security: Heavily militarized due to its proximity to Canada and ongoing border tensions.
- Central Territory
- Governance: Managed by a coalition of local governments, business leaders, and environmental groups.
- Economy: Balances resource extraction with sustainable practices; significant investments in renewable energy.
- Security: Moderate military presence, focusing on internal stability and border security.
- Southern Territory
- Governance: Led by a democratic assembly with strong representation from fishing communities and tourism sectors.
- Economy: Dominated by fishing, tourism, and renewable energy initiatives.
- Security: Minimal military presence, relying on community-based defense and cooperation with central government forces.
Aftermath and Current Status
Continued Tensions with Canada Following the secession, border skirmishes continued intermittently. Diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict have been ongoing but have made little progress. The international community remains divided, with some nations recognizing the Great Alaskan States and others siding with the U.S. or Canada.
Federal States of America (FSA) The remaining United States, reorganized as the Federal States of America (FSA), faced a challenging period of internal restructuring. The secession of Alaska was a significant blow, leading to further fragmentation and the eventual formation of other breakaway states.
Survival and Adaptation The Great Alaskan States have focused on survival and adaptation, leveraging their vast natural resources to build a self-sufficient economy. The central government in the capital, Juneau, coordinates defense and foreign policy, while the three territories maintain significant autonomy.
International Relations GAS has sought to build alliances with other nations and entities, including Greenland and Iceland, which have also isolated themselves in response to global instability. These alliances are based on mutual interests in Arctic sovereignty and resource management.
