Early 1900s
The early 1900s were a completely different political and geographical landscape than is know in Atariia today. It was before the turn of the century (1863), until 1931, that the ruling nation was known as the Grand Empire (das Große Reich). This was an imperial form of government, the first of its kind for those of Atariian ancestry. It was marked by King Otto I (1840-1931) naming himself Kaiser of the People, thus evolving the previous system of confederate monarchies into a "Grand Empire." With this, Kaiser Otto I became known as "der Imperator" due to his strong, leading hand over the empire. This period showed the greatest expansion of land under any single leader in the history of the Atariian people, mostly due to imperialism and massive economic growth. This, however, ended in 1931 when Kaiser Otto I, "der Imperator," died of old age in his private estate at the age of 91.
Mid 1900s
Once Kaiser Otto I died, years of calls for democracy finally had their day. These calls were answered when no willing heir to the Crown would step forward. Therefore, in this time of political unrest, many of the lands that had been claimed as part of the Grand Empire decided to operate independently with the lack of any central governmental decision. The Sieg Republic was quickly established, with a parliament of elected officials to legislate. These original Men of Parliament were all high-ranking officers in the Kaiser's military, most of whom were generals. Shortly after, two political parties were established with different views on how best to govern this new nation. After a prosperous 40 years of elections and decisions, a third party began to emerge on the platform of representing moderate/centrist voters. However, they quickly gained a majority in the parliament by absorbing or snuffing out members of the original two parties. This, combined with repressive policies led to civil unrest. Those that originally banded against this third party began to disappear in mysterious midnight raids, thus causing a panic in the nation. Riots began, escalating further and further until a full civil war broke out in the February of 1974. This was ultimately won by those rebelling, and the final capitulation of the capital was accomplished by a rogue unit, dubbed the "Atariian Army," after Lieutenant General Atarii Segasis (1953- ) who led them. Shortly after winning in August 1979 and rebuilding the capital, the Democratic Republic of Atariia was established, with a Constitution written and signed December 21st, 1981.
Late 1900s
After the Democratic Republic was established, along with its government, and Segasis was unanimously elected President by those at the time, work was set in motion to expand the nation in ways that echoed its predecessor nations. There were a series of four expansion that lasted from 1981 to 2009. Most of these included minor lands petitioning to rejoin the nation that once ruled over them now that the government was stable and willing to help them in their struggle. With this expansion, Atariia saw diplomatic relations with its neighbor nations increase. This came to a head when Atariia was inducted into the Prosperity Accords, thus becoming a member nation of the prestigious and beneficial alliance. To this day, since the beginning of the Democratic Republic, Lt. Gen. President Atarii Segasis has successfully led the nation forward towards a brighter future, and a better world.