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Future Projects for Alaska
The following are a series of potential projects related to Alaska.

Culture Related



 * Due to its cultural and mythological importance to the Pacific Northwest, I believe would play an important role in Alaska's identity (even a potential ).
 * Bigfoot &mdash; Большеног (Bolshenog)


 * I could see as becoming the "national condiment" of Alaska. This would be an "ideal outcome" from the United States' love for  and Russia's love of . Given that fry sauce was "first created" in Utah, it could easily be reoriented to being an Alaskan creation.


 * would likely be a very popular drink in Alaska. Unlike those served in the USSR, Alaskan kvass would likely be more capitalized and mass produced, as well as being a major competitor against American-styled s.
 * Because kvass is slightly alcoholic (very small), I could see Americans and Borealians being perplexed by the drink's acceptance and popularity among the youth. Though this would no longer be the case, kvass may have been outlawed during Prohibition.


 * ("gold mountain") was a Chinese name once used for both California and British Columbia. This name could potentially emerge as a nickname (or straight-up official name) for "Alaska" in Chinese.
 * Gum Shan &mdash; Кам-Шань (Kam-Shan)
 * Gum Shanese &mdash; Кам-Шаньский (Kam-Shansky); Кам-Шаньец (Kam-Shanyets)


 * The word чухна (chukhna) would still be used in Alaska to refer to those of and  descent. Whether the word is derogatory or benig, I can't say at the moment.
 * This word is formally used in the Ninilchik dialect.

Entertainment Related



 * With and  being Alaskans, it would go without saying that their creations could become Alaskan heroes.
 * The Amazing Spider-Man &mdash; Удивительный человек-паук (Udivitelny chelovek-pauk, lit. "Amazing Human-Spider")


 * Despite being an Alaskan, I would love to explore a scenario where ' is never developed into a series. Instead, Groening would expand upon his ' series, which may develop into Alaska's "national cartoon."
 * Life in Hell &mdash; Жизнь в аду (Zhizn v adu)
 * Binky &mdash; Прыгун (Prygun; lit. "leaper, binky")
 * Sheba &mdash; Сава (Sava)
 * Bongo &mdash; Бонго (Bongo)
 * Snarla &mdash; Ворчунья (Vorchunya; lit. "grouch")


 * If turns out to be an Alaskan, it would be interesting to see  develop into an Alaskan animation company.


 * &mdash; Коротышка (Korotyshka; lit. "Shorty")


 * → Грязь (Gryaz; lit. "dirt", "filth")


 * Alaskan Band Names
 * → Чудовищные Чуваки (Chudovishchnyye Chuvaki; lit. "Monstrous Dudes")
 *  → Сражаешься, для права, тусоваться! (Srazhayeshsya, dlya prava, tusovatsya, lit. "You fight, for the right, to hang out!")
 * → Бон-Джови (Bon-Dzhovi)
 * → Люди без шляп (Lyudi bez shlyap)
 * → Джефферсонский самолёт (Dzheffersonsky samolyot)
 * → Джефферсонский звездолёт (Dzheffersonsky zvezdolyot)
 * → Звездолёт (Zvezdolyot)
 * → Звуковой сад (Zvukovoy sad)
 * → Звуковой сад (Zvukovoy sad)

Government Related



 * All s in Alaska would likely follow the regulations (as used in the United States). In short, Alaskan traffic signs would not be clones of their Russian counterparts.
 * Stop &mdash; Стой (Stoy, lit. "Stop")


 * Alaskan law would allow for the wider use of s (named after the mother) when s (named after the father) are inappropriate or undesired. This would especially be the case for the children of.
 * Example &mdash; Наталья (Natalya)
 * Натальевич (Natalyevich, "Son of Natalya")
 * Натальевна (Natalyevna, "Daughter of Natalya")


 * Служба безопасности и разведки (Sluzhba bezopasnosti i razvedki)
 * СБР (SBR)
 * Служба безопасности и разведки (Sluzhba bezopasnosti i razvedki)
 * СБР (SBR)



Religion Related

 * With the separation of Alaska and Russia, an would [more likely] exist for Alaska. Though still dominated by Russo-Slavic practices, the "Alaskan Orthodox Church" may also adopt Greek and other non-Slavic practices in order to gain international recognition and [potentially] to distance themselves from the USSR.
 * Alaskan Orthodox Church &mdash; Аляскинская православная церковь (Alyaskinskaya pravoslavnaya tserkov)
 * Archbishop of New Archangel, Metropolitan of All Alaska and North America &mdash; Архиепископ Новоархангельский, Митрополит всей Аляски и Северной Америки (Arkhiyepiskop Novoarkhangelsky, Mitropolit vsey Alyaski i Severnoy Ameriki)


 * For various reasons, the OCA may adopt the for church purposes. Alaskan  may exist as a consequence of this.


 * (incorporated into the OCA)
 * (would not exist?)
 * (under OCA jurisdiction?)

Technology Related

 * In regards to the es, I can see two potential scenarios. Either they receive codes beginning in "R" (along with the Russian Empire), or they are given all of the codes beginning in "K" to themselves (an homage to OTL's area).

Alaskan and Russian Antarctica



 * The Russian Empire opts to formally claim territory on Antarctica. This is due to the Russian Empire's larger global presence throughout the 19th Century.


 * Russia would formally make their claim shortly after the Russo-Japanese War, yet prior to the British formalizing their claims. This would not stop the British (or Argentinians and Chileans for that matter), but this would give Russia more prestige internationally (potentially making their claims stronger).


 * The Russian Empire may go all out and claim the entire continent. Bellingshausen was the first to spot the continent, giving the Russians more president to have a large claim. Since the UK was also considering this same strategy and (to some degree) doing this in OTL, there would exist president for Russia to do the same.


 * It may also be possible for Russia to claim the . Excluding South Georgia, about half of the SSIs were discovered, mapped, and named by Russian explorers. As with before, this would not stop the British [et al.] from making a counterclaim. Meaning these islands would continue to be disputed.


 * Following the collapse of the Russian Empire, its territorial claims are taken over by both Alaska and the Soviet Union. Since both would claim to be the rightful successor to the Russian Empire's Antarctic claims, we will see a situation where two countries claim the exact same territory.


 * Links


 * File:All Antarctic Claims past and present.PNG
 * Expeditions map
 * Antarctica should have been made part of Russia (Pravda)


 * New Scenario for Antarctica


 * With a larger presence on the global state, the Russian Empire may fund more explorations of Antarctica during the 1800s.


 * The Russian Empire formally lays claim to the entire continent (including the SGSSIs). This takes place shortly after the Russo-Japanese War, yet well before the British make their own claims in 1908.


 * During the 1930s, both Alaska and the Soviet Union formally claim they are the rightful heirs to the Russian Empire's Antarctic claims. Both sides eventually compete on the continent to prove their legitimacy (a la the Arctic and ).


 * During the 1990s, as the Russian Federation's commitment to the continent dwindles and Russo-Alaskan relations increase, both nations agree to a of their territorial claims. This agreement would also include funding for joint Antarctic exploration and research.


 * All of the remaining Antarctic claims (with the exception of Argentina) would exist as OTL. The only difference being that the United States formally lays claim to . South Africa may also receive a claim (out of Queen Maud Land), though the British may favor Norway in the long run. Japan may also attempt to make a claim, or they currently hold the right to make one in the future (a la OTL Russia and US).


 * New Name


 * Russo-Alaskan Antarctic Territory (RAAT)
 * Russo-Alaskan Antarctic Krai (RAAK)
 * Российско-Аляскинский Антарктический Край (Rossiysko-Alyaskinsky Antarktichesky Kray)
 * РААК (RAAK)


 * Other Notes


 * The will serve as the administrative center of the RAAK. A civilian settlement will be established in the area (akin to nearby ).
 * Звёздное (Zvyozdnoye) &mdash; rough Russian translation of Villa Las Estrellas.

Postal Companies


Because I view Alaska as a "" [for the most part], the idea of a private and competitive postal service came to mind. Such a system has never been adopted (as far as I can find), leaving plenty of room to contemplate how it could function in an alternate reality.


 * Why Can't You Start a Rival Post Office?
 * Competition in Mail Delivery


 * Basic Understanding


 * The postal services within Alaska are provided by dozens (if not hundreds) of "postal companies" (почтовая компания, pochtovaya kompaniya).


 * Similar to a utility, Alaskans will be entitled to select which ever company to to business with. Because of competition, the vast majority of Alaskans would have options.


 * Alaskans would be required to pay for "standard" postal services. Competition keeps prices low.


 * Because a monopoly does not exist, any given area would posses multiple s and es (each being company-based). Customers are required to use the facilities belonging to their provider.


 * Personalized es would still exist for home use. Because the postal service is privatized and non-monopolized, damaging a letterbox would not be a federal offense (instead being something akin to damaging private property).


 * Daily home deliveries would still exist. The difference is that company-based couriers would provide services to registered customers (a house-by-house basis).


 * s would be company-based and can only be used for company services. Price differences would exist due to competition.


 * Pros and Cons


 * One way of keeping costs cheaper for customers, postal companies may allow/encourage the distribution of advertisements (spam) as part of their daily rounds. In short, customers will receive advertising flyers along with their mail.


 * Competition and monthly fees have opened the door for perks which other nation's don't provide. Some have become standard, while others are available as add-ons.
 * Personalized, customized, and prepaid envelopes.
 * Delivery on weekends and holidays.
 * 24-hour delivery.
 * Rural delivery.
 * Cheap or free delivery to those using the same company.
 * Removal of advertisements.
 * Free rides on company jets (potential advertisement joke/marketing disaster).
 * Free birthday/holiday gifts (something very cheap).
 * Guaranteed compensation in the event of lost/mishandled mail.


 * Due to the large number of companies, it might be common for people to mistake one company for another. Be it using the wrong postbox or postal code. In such scenarios, it would be "bad publicity" to destroy or steal mistaken postage. Most companies would either return it to the sender or redirect the postage to its rightful destination (potentially billing the return address in the process).


 * It may be possible for all of these companies to also service as basic s . Most (if not all) post offices would thereby serve as regional bank branches. This system may also incorporate elements of (such as s).

Postal Company Ideas
The following are a list of company ideas for this scenario.


 * Alaskan Post (Почта Аляски, Pochta Alyaski), Alyapochta (Аляпочта) &mdash; a government-controlled company (akin to the or other nationalized postal companies). Would have post offices across the country, though would likely be heavily popular around New Archangel. It may also be a requirement for all government-related mail to be sent by the Alaskan Post.


 * Hermes (Гермес, Germes) &mdash; a company that was [potentially] founded by a Greek Alaskan. The name speaks for itself. The company's slogan could easily be "Messenger of the Gods" (Посланник богов, Poslannik bogov).




 * Puppy Express (Собачья служба, Sobachya sluzhba; lit. "Dog Service") &mdash; a company based around the region of Alaska. The name of this company is a play on "," and is in homage to  and their use in transportation (e.g., the ). This company only services the northwestern most regions of Alaska.


 * United Parcel Service (Единая служба посылок, Yedinaya sluzhba posylok; lit. "United Service of Parcels"), ESP (ЕСП) &mdash; This is essentially the alternate reality of OTL's (which was founded in Washington). Not much more I can add to this, other than something interesting.


 * Yellow Bike (Жёлтый велик, Zhyolty velik), Zheltovelik (Желтовелик) &mdash; a company based in the southern governorates. The name can either refer to the company's use of bicycles when it was first formed (early 1900s) or its [supposed] use of low-waged Asian couriers during those times (a -esque situation).


 * Possible Names


 * Аляскинская письменная и почтовая компания (АППК)
 * Alyaskinskaya pismennaya i pochtovaya kompaniya (APPK)
 * Alyaskinskaya pismennaya i pochtovaya kompaniya (APPK)


 * Notes

It may also be possible for foreign postal services (e.g., the and the ) or the like  to be allowed to operate branches within Alaska. Though those companies may be barred from by their parent nations.

Addresses and (no) ZIP Codes

 * http://www.bitboost.com/ref/international-address-formats/russia/
 * http://www.vsrf.ru/print_page.php?id=6143

Russian-American Company



 * General Ideas


 * The (RAC) would continue to hold a monopoly over the  following the Russo-Spanish War:0:0.


 * By the 1840s, the Russian Empire:0:0 will take-over the colonial administration of Alaska. Despite this loss of power, the RAC would continue to play a role in the lives of the colonists.


 * The RAC may play a role in key events during the 19th Century. Such as the, the "All-Alaska Railroad," and the gold rushes.


 * From 1917 onward, the RAC would [effectively] collapse into smaller, regional companies. The former assets being divided between the newly independent republics. The Alaskan Republic (New Archangel) would be the only state to retain much of the colonial structure of the RAC. The Alaskan Socialist Republic and Sonoma nationalize their halves, while Columbia and Oregon sell of theirs.


 * Following the reunification of Alaska, the RAC (potentially under a new name) will work to regain much of their old holdings and prestige. They may re-brand themselves as a / which caters to low-income customers (especially during the ). Comparable to.


 * Today, this company will be one of the largest companies within Alaska. They operate stores (of all sizes and varieties) in all of Alaska's 18 governorates (as well as internationally).


 * Reminiscent of the colonial period, the company of today may be a of differing companies (not to mention a potential ). In many ways, this company may be regarded as "the man" because of its national and international influence ( et al.).


 * Potential Names


 * Russian-American Company
 * Российско-американская компания (Rossiysko-amerikanskaya kompaniya)
 * RAC (РАК, RAK)
 * Rosamko (Росамко)
 * Rosamko (Росамко)


 * Alaskan Commercial Company
 * Аляскинская торговая компания (Alyaskinskaya torgovaya kompaniya)
 * ACC (АТК, ATK)

Media Companies

 * The [four] brothers of the were born in Russian Poland (né Wonsal).
 * Warner Bros. &mdash; Братья Воронины (Bratya Voroniny)


 * Two of the three founders of are of Eastern European descent (né Fried).
 * 20th Century Fox &mdash; XX век Волк (XX vek Volk)
 * 21st Century Fox &mdash; XXI век Волк (XXI vek Volk)


 * Most of the founders of were Russian immigrants (né Gelbfisz-Meir).
 * Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer &mdash; Метрополитенский-Головин-Миров (Metropolitensky-Golovin-Mirov)


 * Generic Media Companies


 * All-Alaskan Broadcasting Company ("Veshaka" &mdash; Russian abbreviation pronunciation)
 * Всеаляскинская широковещательная компания (ВШК)
 * Vsealyaskinskaya shirokoveshchatelnaya kompaniya


 * [Alaskan] Public Broadcasting Service
 * [Аляскинская] Служба общественного вещания ([А]СОВ)
 * [Alyaskinskaya] Sluzhba obshchestvennogo veshchaniya ([A]SOV)

Miscellaneous Company Ideas

 * With being an Alaskan, the  pizza chain could be an Alaskan-based company. Because pizza would be considered American (for all intense and purposes), Alaskans may view this company in a manner that Americans view  in OTL (i.e., foreign cuisine).
 * Little Ceasers &mdash; Маленький Цезарь (Malenky Tsezar, lit. "Little Caesar").




 * is of "Eastern European" descent, making him a likely Alaskan.
 *  &mdash; Макающие пончики (Makayushchiye ponchiki)
 * Погружающие пончики (Pogruzhayushchiye ponchiki)
 * Open Kettle &mdash; Открытый кофейник (Otkryty kofeynik)
 * Kettle Donuts &mdash; Кофейник пончики (Kofeynik ponchiki)
 * «ОК, пойдём!» ("OK, Let's Go!") &mdash; potential slogan?




 * With being an Alaskan,  (and its subsidiaries) may become Alaskan-based companies. A potential name of this company could be Ne za chto (Не за что, lit. "Not for that"), which is a Russian  which can be translated as "don't mention it" (a play on the names "BackRub" and "The Whatbox").
 * Google (verb) &mdash; незачтокать (nezachtokat)


 * With and  being Alaskans,  would likely become an Alaskan company. Because of this, computer production may become one of Alaska's major industries.
 * Apple &mdash; Яблоко (Yabloko).


 * Because Maurice Greenberg and his son, Arnold, are of Russian descent, may be an Alaskan company.
 * Coleco &mdash; Закожа (Zakozha)
 * Zavalishino Leather Company
 * Завалишинская кожаная компания (Zavalishinskaya kozhanaya kompaniya)
 *  &mdash; Телзвезда (Telzvezda)
 *  &mdash; ЗакожаВизор (ZakozhaVizor)


 * With being of Greek ancestry (born "Karvelas"),  may become an Alaskan brand.
 * Carvel &mdash; Карвелов (Karvelov; potential Russification)

Indonesia and the East Indies

 * National Lineup




 *  &mdash; Independent Republic or Monarchy


 *  &mdash; Independent Monarchy


 *  &mdash; Independent Republic


 *  &mdash; Independent Republic and Socialist State?


 *  &mdash; Independent Monarchy


 *  &mdash; Dutch Constituent Country


 *  &mdash; Dutch Constituent Country


 *  &mdash; Independent Monarchy


 *  &mdash; Dominion of the Commonwealth


 *  &mdash; Independent Republic or Monarchy


 *  &mdash; Independent Republic


 * Potential Timeline


 * Indonesian Nationalism is curtailed because Japan would not occupy the islands during World War II.


 * The Dutch are able to regain their colonies following the war. Decolonization would still happen, forcing the Dutch to gradually reorganize their colonies.


 * Java and Sumatra still become the centers of independence. Regional differences results in an independent Java (including the southernmost portions of Sumatra) and a re-established Aceh (including northern Sumatra).


 * Southern Borneo would also gain independence. However, fears that the oil-rich region becoming communist (akin to Java?) persuade the Western Powers to encourage its annexation into the neighboring North Borneo Federation.


 * The are occupied by the British in order to keep regional trade functional. The Dutch later agree to sell/transfer the islands to Singapore (upon their independence).


 * The would gain independence as a reformed . The Dutch and the English would support this, making the islands a buffer state in the region.


 * The Dutch are able to hold onto the easternmost portions of the East Indies (barely). These islands are organized into two independent nations &mdash; Indonesia and the Netherlands New Guinea. Both are constituent countries of the Netherlands (akin to the Netherlands Antilles and Suriname).

Surviving Yugoslavia?
Not too sure about this. But still interesting to look into.


 * As a consequence of Germany being partitioned, gradually comes to the conclusion that Yugoslavia could also fall apart. During the 1950s, a single "Yugoslav identity" is created and a single language (Yugoslav) is taught. A unitary state may be re-established, with the capital being relocated to  (which is more centralized and multicultural). By the time of Tito's death and the collapse of communism, Yugoslavia is in a better place to remain united.


 * Following the, relations between Alaska and Yugoslavia become very close. Because of the large Yugoslav Diaspora in Alaska, combined with the two being the only Slavic-speaking countries outside the USSR's control, Alaska may also emerge as a major economic helper for Yugoslavia. Alaska would help by lending them money and purchasing Yugoslav-made products (Yugos, FTW). Alaska may also be a major pusher towards giving Yugoslavia more favorable terms within the , allowing the Yugoslav economy to fair much better in the long run.


 * Other Notes


 * The "Yugoslav language" would be a standardized . It would only be written in the Latin alphabet (though relations with Alaska could persuade the official use of Cyrillic).


 * If the federation is dissolved, than it may be ideal to reintroduce the of the Kingdom of Yugoslavia (which were used before the reign of Alexander I). Since the oblasts (mostly) used the pre-existing borders, it should be easy to use once again.


 * http://www.alternatehistory.com/forum/threads/ahc-can-yugoslavia-be-saved.335079/#post-9965652
 * http://www.alternatehistory.com/forum/threads/sarajevo-becomes-the-capital-of-yugoslavia.127413/
 * http://www.alternatehistory.com/forum/threads/ahc-create-a-better-yugoslavia.223973/#post-5398531




 * Trst Idea


 * Italy votes to remain a monarchy in 1946. This is due to more Italians being able to participate, because more American troops alleviate the need for active Italian servicemen.


 * Because [more] Americans have to deal with a continued monarchy, the Allies feel less sympathetic towards Italy and agree to more Yugoslav demands. The Free Territory of Trieste includes more territory (namely ) and would later be fully annexed by Yugoslavia.


 * (instead of )?


 * Tito more inclined to centralize Yugoslavia (instead of federalize), yet still open to liberalization and decentralization.
 * Oblastal organization could be part of this decentralization?

Earlier Polynesia



 * Links


 * Polynesian Confederation
 * AHC: Federated Empire of Oceania/Polynesian Confederation


 * John E. Bush


 * 
 * 
 * 

Federal States of Polynesia



 * Kingdoms (Aupuni Mōʻī)


 * Ruled by a "king" (: mōʻī) and incorporates multiple islands within an island chain. Incorporated islands may be run by local chiefs, but they are subordination to the king.




 * Chiefdoms (Aupuni Aliʻi)


 * Ruled by a "chief" (: ) and usually incorporates a single island or territory on an island.


 * (Ha'uléi)
 * (Ahau)
 * (Ha'uléi)
 * (Ahau)
 * (Ahau)


 * Dependencies (Panalāʻau)


 * Federal territory open to new settlement. Organized as a republics.


 * (Kalama)
 * (Niulakika)
 * (Olohena)
 * (Umwa)
 * (Olohena)
 * (Umwa)


 * &mdash; Potential Dependency


 * Dates to Remember (March 21, 1887)


 * (before 1874)
 * (before 1880-95)
 * (before 1880)
 * (before 1888)
 * (before 1888)
 * (before 1895)
 * (before 1887-88)
 * (before 1887)
 * (before 1888)
 * (before 1888)
 * (before 1888)
 * (before 1892)
 *  (before 1893)
 *  (before 1899)
 * (before 1893)
 * (before 1899)
 * (before 1900)
 * (before 1899)
 * (before 1900)


 * Fun Notes


 * Polynesian Confederation &mdash; Aupuni Hui o Polenekia
 * Empire of Polynesia &mdash; Aupuni ʻEmepela o Polenekia


 * Types of Subdivisions


 * Kingdom &mdash; Hawaii, Samoa
 * Chiefdom &mdash; Niue?
 * Imperial Territory &mdash; Line Islands


 * councils of elders?


 * A Lot of Chiefdoms


 * Kiribati?
 * Tuvalu (?)
 * Wallis and Futuna (three?)


 * French Polynesia (three or possibly a single kingdom)

New Subdivisions of Polynesia
The empire will possess a similar structure to that of the. The "federal states" of Polynesia would, in reality, be comprised of differing political and governmental entities. These would include s, s, and imperial territories (to name a few). Federally, these differences would play no role in regards to representation.


 * Kingdoms (Aupuni Mōʻī) &mdash; 8


 * (Laʻiākea)


 * (Aupuni Aliʻi) &mdash; 18


 * (Punapuki)


 * (Manalewa) &mdash;→ 


 * (Nanumana)


 * (Nanumea)


 * (Niukao)


 * (Nui)


 * (Nuʻuhiwa)
 * &mdash;→ 


 * (Nukupekau)


 * (Nukulaelae)


 * (Koʻolau)


 * (Waikupu)


 * &mdash;→ 


 * Dependencies (Panalāʻau) &mdash; 4

Notes for Timeline Differences

 * With Hawaii becoming a regional power and counterweight against European expansion, of  is more willing to accept the thrones of both Huahine and  during the 1880s. A singular "Kingdom of Raiatea" is admitted into Polynesia instead of being annexed by France.
 * The may be annexed by Raiatea during this period. Despite being under the Tahitian, the Queen of Bora Bora was in her teens during the 1880s (ruling since she was 2 years old?). The annexation would be done to prevent further French expansion and [potentially] with the blessing of the Tahitian royal family (who were losing power to the French).
 * Due to family connections (via ), the islands of, , and are also annexed into the kingdom. This would come as a result of these islands originally requesting British protection in 1888 (which was rejected).


 * Because the United States would have a weaker position in the Pacific, the British would be less concerned by the expansion of the from 1882 onward. By the time the Gilbert Islands are admitted into Polynesia, a (mostly) unified government is established.

Chile (for Katholico)

 * Ethnic maps from 1914


 * More Likely to be Chilean?


 * 
 * 
 * 
 * 
 * 


 * More Likely to Remain Argentine?


 * 
 * 


 * Mixed


 * 

Presidents of Chile


http://es.althistory.wikia.com/wiki/Usuario:Katholico/Arenera#Lista_de_Presidentes_ATL


 * Key

Bold = Alternate Presidents Italic = Argentine (OTL) {{legend|blue|}} {{legend|navy|}} {{legend|yellow|}} {{legend|cyan|}}


 * List from Katholico


 * 1) {{legend|blue| (1831-1839)}}
 * 2) {{legend|blue| (1839-1849)}}
 * 3) {{legend|blue| (1849-1854)}}
 * 4) {{legend|navy| (1854-1859)}}
 * 5) {{legend|navy| (1859-1864)}}
 * 6) {{legend|lightgrey| (1864-1869)}}
 * 7) {{legend|yellow| (1869-1874)}}
 * 8) {{legend|yellow| (1874-1879)}}
 * 9) {{legend|lightgrey| (1879-1884)}}
 * 10) {{legend|lightgrey| (1884-1889)}}
 * 11) {{legend|cyan| (1889-1894)}}
 * 1) {{legend|yellow| (1874-1879)}}
 * 2) {{legend|lightgrey| (1879-1884)}}
 * 3) {{legend|lightgrey| (1884-1889)}}
 * 4) {{legend|cyan| (1889-1894)}}

Prefectures of Japan

 * Chōsen (Korea)


 * (慶尚北道, keishō-hoku-tō) &mdash;
 * (慶尚南道 keishō-nan-tō) –


 * Hokkaido


 * (千島県, chishima-tō) &mdash;


 * Takasago (Taiwan)


 * (新竹州, shinchiku-shū) &mdash;
 * (臺中州/台中州, taichū-shū) &mdash;
 * (臺北州, taihoku-shū) &mdash;
 * (臺南州/台南州, tainan-shū) &mdash;


 * Other Areas


 * (南洋庁, nan'yō-chō) &mdash;

Spain and Western Sahara

 * WI: Republican Spain wins Civil War (2009)
 * WI: Republicans win the Spanish Civil War (2014)


 * Nation Ideas




 * (Rump Spain)
 * (Rump Spain)

Russian Colony... in Africa?


The following is in the VERY EARLY states of development.


 * Background


 * Because of the economic importance of Russian America, the Russian Empire would see the advantages of the.


 * The idea of establishing a refueling station and naval base in the would become more necessary to assure easy and quick access to Russian America.


 * As an added bonus, the Russian Empire could establish direct relations with the and help in the preservation/conversion of [Eastern].


 * The best candidate for a Russian colony could be.


 * General Ideas


 * The Russian Empire would gradually take control of (beating the ).


 * Italy would still take control over [Easter] . British and French territories would be unaffected.


 * Because of the pre-existing Russian presents, Nikolay Achinov would be compelled to establish a settlement in Eritrea (as opposed to in French-controlled territory).


 * After the, Ethiopia would become part of Russia's sphere-of-influence (if not a protectorate).


 * Italy would gradually cease the Russian possessions following the Russian Revolution.


 * Following Italy's defeat in World War II, the Allies agree to hand Eritrea over to the Soviet Union. Stalin quickly establishes a Soviet-backed puppet state.


 * Communist Eritrea would help spread socialism across Africa and move the Cold War into the continent.
 * Congo:0:0,


 * The Ethiopian Empire may find allies in the West, helping to keep the monarchy in power.


 * may remain a French possession?


 * to Ross:0:0 via South America &mdash;→ ~28,000 km
 * to Ross:0:0 via' South America &mdash;→ ~28,000 km


 * to Ross:0:0 via Africa &mdash;→ ~38,900


 * to Ross:0:0 via Suez Canal &mdash;→ ~25,000 km

Leaders of Eritrea

 * 1)  (1952-1966†)
 * 2) ? (1966-1974)
 * 3)  (1974-1987)
 * 4)  (1987-1996)
 * 5)  (1996)
 * 6)  (1996-2006)
 * 7)  (2006-2012)
 * 8)  (2012-Present)


 * Russification of Names




 * Aman = given name
 * Mikael = father's name
 * Andom = grandfather's name
 * Aman Mikhailovich Andomov
 * Aman Mikhailovich Andomov

The Russians F#ck With Australia?

 * Links


 * Russian Ambitions in the Pacific: Australian War Scares of the Nineteenth Century (PDF)


 * Australia and the Crimean War


 * "Echoes of Eureka and Vinegar Hill, an Independent Australia" &mdash; 9 Fanged Hummingbird


 * Hypothesis


 * With the having a greater presence in the Pacific (due to Russian America:0:0 and Eritrea:0:0), this could exacerbate the (already established) s in Australian colonies.


 * Given the importance of the, the British might handle the differently (especially if Russians were present).


 * The Columbia Purchase:0:0 would (likely) see the migration of Dougs to Australia. These Dougs would add to the fire a feeling of betrayal by the British.


 * Continued encroachment by the Russians and lackluster treatment by the British, support for would increase and be seen as an alternative to British protectionism.


 * As early as the 1890s (when federalization was beginning), republicans would outnumber the loyalists. If the British don't allow for such a transition, than a revolutionary war may break out.


 * Potential Butterflies




 * If the revolutionary sentiment is limited to the Australian core (i.e., the ), it may be possible that the British could retain loyalty in, , and (doubtfully).
 * may become a battle area in Western Australia.


 * The British would likely be far more cautious towards their remaining colonies. South Africa:0:0 would become the new center.


 * Depending on how far the s get in Australia, it's possible that relations with Russia:0:0 and [later] Alaska:0:0 could be troublesome. In all likelihood, an aggressive [yet friendly] rivalry would exist between the two nations (England vs. France?).
 * Tense relations, combined with more opportunities in Alaska and Eritrea, it's possible that Russians would avoid settling in Australia. to become Alaskans?

Russian Phuket?

 * Links


 * A History of Phuket and the Surrounding Region: Second Edition


 * Scenario


 * The Russian Empire is successful in acquiring the lease of from Siam (Thailand).


 * The British would allow the deal to go through for the following reasons:
 * They believe that Russia's presence in the area wouldn't be as devastating as IOTL (perhaps bolstered by the preexisting Alaskan-Eritrean shipping routes and commerce).
 * The British would be preoccupied elsewhere to muster much opposition (perhaps the Australian Revolution mentioned above).
 * With the British out, the French and Japanese would likely back out as well (especially with a Franco-Russian alliance).


 * The purpose of the settlement is to be used as a fueling station for the Russian Navy and commerce. It would also assure safe Russian access through the.


 * The Russian Empire may formally annex the islands by the early 1900s.


 * Following the Russian Revolution, the colony would likely fall to another power. Assuming Thailand doesn't re-annex the islands, the British may swoop in and incorporate them into the.


 * (see Straits States:0:0)

Future Projects?

 * Napoleon III attempts to reclaim Canada:0:0 in the 1860s ( IOTL)? The British "allow" it b/c it wasn't their colony anymore.

Telephone Numbers of Alaska



 * Links


 * Развитие телефонной связи в России
 * Реформа телефонной нумерации
 * A short history of telephone numbers


 * General History


 * With most of the Imperial Russian telecommunication connections remaining in tact after decades of separation, Alaska and the Soviet Union are incorporated into a single calling code (+7).


 * A similar system was developed in North America (+1), with most Alaskans and Soviets believing such a connection would be beneficial in communicating with families.


 * The contemporary numbering plan began in the late 1960s and was completed by the 1980s. While on par with the Soviet (later Russian) numbering plan, Alaska's involvement would likely incorporate differing elements (such as the implementation of a closed numbering plan).


 * Despite the collapse of the Soviet Union, the majority of the new republics (if not all of them) opt to remain in the same numbering plan. Alaska's continued involvement may be a factor in this.


 * Overview


 * Alaskan telephone numbers would be comprised of 7 numbers (excluding the area code). This system is the same as in the NANP and (to an extent) Russia.
 * Example Number &mdash;→ (555) 555-55-55


 * The "area codes" of this plan are assigned regionally. The Soviet Union was divided into five codes (0xx – 4xx) while Alaska received one (9xx).


 * Alaska would adopt much of the Soviet-standards, making it harder to change them down the line. This includes the continued use of "8" for (not to be replaced by "0") and the use of Soviet s (01, 02, 03, 04, etc.).
 * Because the Soviet Union would include area codes beginning in "0", it might be possible that Alaskans may be unintentionally redirects to emergency services if trying to contact the USSR (which could only be worsened if is implemented). Because of this, Alaska may add an additional "0" to prevent confusion (since "00x" area codes aren't used). This system would be adopted by the USSR.
 * 001 &mdash; Fire
 * 002 &mdash; Police
 * 003 &mdash; Ambulance


 * Area Codes


 * 0xx &mdash;
 * 1xx &mdash; and
 * 2xx &mdash; and the
 * 3xx &mdash; and
 * 4xx &mdash;
 * 5xx &mdash; (Reserved for Eurasian use)
 * 6xx &mdash; (Mobile)
 * 7xx &mdash; (Toll-Free and Pay-Lines)
 * 8xx &mdash; (Reserved for North American use)
 * 9xx &mdash; Alaska:0:0


 * Miscellaneous


 * Eurasian and North American Numbering Plan
 * Евразийский-североамериканский план нумерации (ЕАСАПН)
 * Yevraziysky-severoamerikansky plan numeratsii (EASAPN)

Telephone Numbers Outside Alaska

 * French-speaking Canada:0:0 may remain out of the NANP and join the rest of and use a +5 code. "+50" seems like an ideal fit, since it doesn't exist in OTL, and all of the +50x codes (e.g., Central America and the Falklands) don't exist here.


 * Tibet:0:0 (being closer to India) would likely be a part of the +9 code family.

Concordski: An Odd Piece of History
The following is a potential series of events in the Russian America timeline. This scenario will explore the Soviet Union's and it's reanimation by ambitious Alaskan businessmen.


 * Introduction



Our story begins in the late 1960s. Civilian (SST) was poised to revolutionize the airline industry. An international race between the two superpowers began, rivaling that of the Space Race. Ironically, it would be the Anglo-French collaboration (the ) which quickly dominates and monopolizes the market. The United States would later abandon their efforts, leaving only the Soviet Union's SST (the ) to compete against the Concorde.

Despite the early romanticization of SSTs, reality would soon hit hard. New technology, rising oil prices, and public concern soon crippled the industry. Potential buyers soon backed out. In order to survive, the Concorde was [effectively] given away and rebranded as an airline for wealthy. The story of the Tupolev Tu-144 would be short lived, as a marked the end of the USSR's project.


 * Alaska to the Rescue?

During the initial hype of the Concorde and SSTs, all of Alaska's national airlines would jump on the bandwagon. Alaska would place orders for several Concordes during it launch, but would be forced to follow the rest of the word in backing-out of SSTs (due to the aforementioned concerns). Despite the loss, Alaskan businessmen and companies would grow envious of the Concorde and upset at the wasted potential of Trans-Pacific SST routes.

Our point of divergence begins around 1977. In an unprecedented move, the Soviet Union began reaching out to British companies for assistance. Whether directly or indirectly, several key Alaskan businessmen would become aware of these requests. For those who viewed the Concorde with envious eyes, the Tupolev Tu-144 almost looked like an opportunity too good to pass up.

In a backdoor move between competing ideologies, a deal would be made between Alaska and the USSR. In exchange for technological help, the USSR agreed to sell Tu-144s to Alaska for next to nothing. From an Alaskan mindset, capitalism would succeed at the hands of the communists (and vice versa).

Improved Tupolev Tu-144s began to arrive in Alaska by the early 1980s. Flights from were given authorization to land in New Archangel:0:0 and Ross:0:0. These Tu-144s were given an interior makeover and new paint-jobs. Flights are scheduled and tickets were being sold. A new era looked to be beginning for SSTs.


 * Reality Sets In

Despite the overall success the Tupolev Tu-144 would receive thanks to Alaska, it would only be a fraction of what was envisioned. While a Trans-Pacific corridor was now open, flights were concentrated between Alaska and the Soviet Union. Those who were wealthy enough to travel SST were also those which limited desire to travel to the other side. Alaskan businessmen had little need to travel to the communist USSR, while Soviet officials were limited in traveling to Alaska.

Despite these hurtles, Alaska still hoped this would merely be a stepping stone for more destinations. In particular, Alaskans hoped to soon be welcomed in China and Japan. Though a few flights would be done between Alaska and Japan, public concern would soon result in Japanese opposition to SST flights over their nation.


 * http://archives.chicagotribune.com/1984/04/01/page/343/article/the-plane-fact-is-concorde-has-broken-the-profit-barrier-for-the-first-time/


 * 1983-1984 is when British Airways began to increase ticket prices and rebranded the Concorde as a "rich man's airliner."

Russian Dialects of Alaska



 * and


 * Aleut Dictionary (PDF)
 * Унáҥам Шлуҥ (Unangam ŝlung; lit. "Aleut District")
 * Conlang: Copper Island Aleut
 * Медновскич Алеутов Язык (Russian)
 * Tanam Awaa
 * Atkan Aleut Lexicon


 * (Русский)


 * (Русский)


 * English for Doukhobors


 * Saskatchewan Doukhobor Russian: A Disappearing Language (PDF)


 * (Русский)


 * The Linguistic Legacy of Russians in Alaska (PDF)
 * The Story of the Ninilchik Community (PowerPoint)
 * Ninilchik Russian lecture (Video)
 * The Ninilchik Variety of Russian: Linguistic Heritage of Alaska (PDF)
 * I Like Humpy Salmon, in Russian (Video)
 * Russian language in Alaska: Ninilchik Russian
 * У бывших русских на Аляске нет женщин, только бабы (Russian)
 * Alaskan Russian: A Special Result of Language Contact (PowerPoint)
 * Язык Африка Фульбе (Russian)

Generalization of Key Dialects

 * Columbia:Lower Columbian:0


 * Influenced by, , , , and (among others).


 * Phonology
 * [g] for voiced (not [ɣ]).
 * Reinforced from.


 * Vocabulary
 * Inclusion of more.
 * санбрейк (sanbreyk) &mdash; 
 * спендий (spendy) &mdash; spendy (Russian modifications)
 * Includes elements/mannerisms from and.
 * макамак (makamak) &mdash; muckamuck
 * великий макамак (veliky makamak) &mdash; "high muckamuck"
 * потлач (potlach) &mdash; potlatch ("")


 * Sonoma:0:0n


 * Influences by, , , and (among others).


 * Phonology
 * [ɣ] instead of [g] for voiced.
 * Reinforced from and.
 * [x] instead of [k] for unvoiced.
 * for unstressed.
 * Reinforced from.


 * Vocabulary
 * Inclusion of.
 * бакару (bakaru) &mdash;  ("")
 * ранчо (rancho) &mdash; rancho ("")
 * Includes some mannerisms of (such as ).
 * зин (zin) &mdash; магазин (magazin, "store") (see "zine")

Vocabulary
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Timeline-Related Aleut Words

 * tanam aguuguu (танам агӯгӯ) &mdash; (lit. "Land God")
 * tanam aguugugin ayagaa? &mdash; tsaritsa


 * tanamagulugakuqing &mdash; "I reign"


 * tunuq &mdash; word, language
 * dgusiq &mdash; container
 * tunudgusii &mdash; dictionary


 * Aleut Stuff


 * Unangam Tunuu = "Aleut Language"
 * Tanam Anguna = "Great Land"
 * angunaq = "great"
 * Tanam Awaa = "Country's Work"(?)
 * awaq = "work"
 * Russian Aleuts [Unangax] = "Kasakam Unangaa"
 * lit. "Cossack Aleuts" (lol)


 * Conclusion?


 * Tanam Unangaa
 * "Land of the Aleuts"

V/W Alteration
A key feature of the Alaskan Russian dialects would be their use of the (/W/). This sound is not native to Standard Russian, but it does exist in some dialects (such as ) and has become the standard in both and  (which are  with Russian). This feature is also present in the, which is why it will be used here as well.

The reason for this sound's prominence in Alaskan Russian would be due to several factors. The biggest reason may stem from prolong exposure to native languages of the (such as ), as well as  (though not as much). (ATL) may help to make this more prominent.

In the long run, I predict the biggest reason for this shift came during the, with Alaska trying to differentiate themselves from both the and the influx of new immigrants. The use of /w/ may have been adopted (or "exacerbated") to show solidarity between "Russian Americans" (as opposed to the White Emigres and Jewish newcomers). Over time, new generations would pick-up this trait and it would become standard. A similar situation happened in OTL with, which only came to be following the.

It should be noted that the use of /w/ is not universal for all instances of /v/ in Standard Russian. Depending on the word and associated sounds, the Russian letter "" may take on three different forms in Alaskan Russian (similar to the letter "" in many European languages). The follow rules may apply:


 * A (/w/) before all vowels (kwass, Kwasnikoff, Ostrof Wankuwer).


 * A (/f/) before a  (Shelikhof, Beringofskaya guberniya).


 * A (/v/) before a  (v banki, Vladiwostok).


 * гэканье → вэканье (the condition of replacing "V" with "W")
 * Украинская фонетика
 * Русский язык на Аляске

Yefimoks and Sotkas

 * Useful links: Grammatical Cases


 * The yefimok (ефимок; pl. ефимки, yefimki) will be the national currency for Alaska:0:0. It will be subdivided into 100 sotka(s) (сотка; pl. сотки, sotki).
 * The name is in reference to the Joachimsthaler, which was a European currency which also acted as the base for the, the , the /, and the.
 * The name sotka is an [archaic] term which once referred to one-hundredth of something (i.e., "cent"). It is a [partial] cognate to the and the [former].
 * The original meaning would remain in Alaska. This name (in contemporary Russian) is also the name for (giving some relevance to this word being used for coins).




 * Ефимок = еф =  or ƒ


 * The word kozha (кожа; pl. кожи, kozhi; lit. "skins") may be used as a slang term for a yefimok (similar to "buck" in American English).
 * This name is in reference to the s, which were made of seal and walrus skins.

Currency Designs (WIP)

 * Coins (circulating)


 * 5¢ &mdash; Copper
 * 10¢ &mdash; Copper
 * 25¢ &mdash; Silver
 * 50¢ &mdash; Silver
 * ƒ1 &mdash; Gold


 * Banknotes (circulating)


 * ƒ5 &mdash; Blue
 * ƒ10 &mdash; Red
 * ƒ25 &mdash; Yellow/Gold
 * ƒ50 &mdash; Cyan?
 * ƒ100 &mdash; Purple?
 * ƒ250 &mdash; Orange?
 * ƒ500 &mdash; Green?


 * Portrait Ideas


 * (d. 1992) &mdash; (especially ),  (related to ),


 * &mdash; /, /


 * (d. 1986) &mdash; (especially  and )


 * (d. 1996) &mdash;


 * (d. 1970) &mdash; (especially )


 * (d. 1972) &mdash; (especially s), /


 * (d. 1982) &mdash; ?


 * (d. 1924) &mdash; s,


 * (d. 1981) &mdash;


 * Links


 * OGF:Making realistic currency
 * [e-gallery.guelman.ru/authors/kitaeva/ Китаева Елена] (Ruble Redesign)

[Mezh]Kontinental Hockey League

 * Participating Nations &mdash; 36 Teams




 * Russia:0:0 (17 teams)
 * Alaska:0:0 (11 teams)
 * Ukraine:0:0 (2 team)
 * Czechoslovakia:0:0 (1 team)
 * (1 team)
 * (1 team)
 * (1 teams)
 * Manchuria:0:0 (1 team)
 * Mexico:0:0 (1 team)

Eastern Conference

 * (Дивизион Чернышёва, Divizion Chernyshyova) &mdash; 6 Teams




 * Gretzky Division (Дивизион Грецкого, Divizion Gretskogo) &mdash; 6 Teams


 * Alaska:Alyaskinsky Korol:0 (Nikolayevsk-Amerikansky:0:0)
 * Alaska:Bogatyr:0 (New Archangel:0:0)
 * (New Westminster:0:0)
 * Alaska:Zakatchik:0 (Nooshagak:0:0)
 * Alaska:Zheleznaya Doroga:0
 * Alaska:Zheleznaya Doroga:0


 * Savchuk Division (Дивизион Савчука, Divizion Savchuka) &mdash; 6 Teams


 * Alaska:HKKV:0 (Vladikaskady:0:0)
 * Alaska:Krolen:0
 * Alaska:Troll:0 (Ross:0:0)
 * Alaska:Vozhd Siatl:0
 * Alaska:Vozhd Siatl:0

Western Conference

 * (Дивизион Боброва, Divizion Bobrova) &mdash; 6 Teams




 * (Дивизион Харламова, Divizion Kharlamova) &mdash; 6 Teams




 * (Дивизион Тарасова, Divizion Tarasova) &mdash; 6 Teams



Gagarin Cup Finalists

 * KEY PEOPLE


 * (Tampa Captain)
 * (Panthers Alt. Captain)
 * (Pittsburgh Alt. Captain)
 * (NJ Alt. Captain)
 * (Columbus Alt. Captain)
 * (St. Louis Alt. Captain)
 * (Dallas Alt. Captain)
 * (Vancouver Alt. Captain)
 * (San Jose Captain)
 * (LA Captain)
 * (Edmonton Alt. Captain)
 * (Arizona Alt. Captain)


 * (SKA Captain)

Alaskan Hockey Clubs/Teams

 * In, the names of sports teams are Always Capitalized (akin to English).


 * The Alaskan equivalent to the will be named the "Grand Dukes' Cup" (Кубок Великих князей, Kubok Velikikh knyazey).
 * The cup was donated by (and named after) one of the exiled (or a gift on behalf of several).
 * and would be the top contenders.
 * See also:, ,.
 * The cup was originally awarded to the top-performing team in the [All-Alaskan Hockey League] playoffs (akin to the ).
 * Since the formation of the MHL, the cup is now awarded to the top-performing Alaskan team in the MHL playoffs (akin to the ).


 * Alyaskinsky Korol Kenai Governorate &mdash; Nikolayevsk-Amerikansky:0:0




 *  &mdash; «Аляскинский Король» Кенайская губерния
 * "Alyaskinsky Korol" Kenayskaya guberniya
 *  &mdash; Kenai Alaskan King(s)
 * Colors &mdash;
 * Nicknames &mdash;
 * Crabs (Крабы, Kraby)
 * Kings (Короли, Koroli)
 * Notes &mdash;
 * May have been a relocated team.


 * Bogatyr New Archangel &mdash; New Archangel:0:0




 *  &mdash; «Богатырь» Новоархангельск
 * "Bogatyr" Novoarkhangelsk
 * (see )
 *  &mdash; New Archangel Hero
 * "Bogateer"
 * (see )
 * Colors &mdash;
 * Nicknames &mdash;
 * Heroes (Богатыри, Bogatyri)
 * Notes &mdash;
 * may be the current owner.


 * Dag New Westminster &mdash; New Westminster:0:0




 *  &mdash; «Даг» Нью-Вестминстер
 * "Dag" Nyu-Vestminster
 *  &mdash; New Westminster Doug(s)
 * Colors &mdash;
 * Nicknames &mdash;
 * Dougs (Даги, Dagi)
 * (see English Alaskans:0:0)
 * Lumberjacks (Лесоруб, Lesorub; Дровосеки, Drovoseki)
 * Notes
 * Basically this timeline's equivalent of the.


 * HKKV &mdash; Vladikaskady:0:0




 *  &mdash; Хоккейный Клуб Казацкого Войска (ХККВ)
 * Khokkeyny Klub Kazatskogo Voysko (KhKKV)
 * (see and )
 *  &mdash; "Hockey Club of the Cossack Host"
 * "XKKB" in
 * Colors &mdash;
 * Nicknames &mdash;
 * Buckaroos (Бакару, Bakaru)
 * (see )
 * Host (Войско, Voysko)
 * Cossacks (Казаки, Kazaki)
 * Notes &mdash;
 * One of the oldest hockey teams in Alaska (early 1900s?).
 * Founded as a sport club of the "Columbia Cossack Host."


 * Klondayk &mdash;




 *  &mdash; Клондайк
 * Klondayk
 *  &mdash; Klondike
 * Colors &mdash;
 * Nicknames &mdash;
 * Nuggets (Самородки, Samorodki)
 * Prospectors (Старатели, Starateli)
 * Bumblebees (Шмели, Shmeli)
 * Notes &mdash;
 * Meant to be this timeline's version of the.
 * (see Ottawa vs. Dawson City)
 * Unlike OTL, it might be interesting to see this team be victorious.
 * Similar to the, this team may be a recreation from the original team.
 * may be the current owner.
 * may be the current general manager.


 * Krolen Sonoma Governorate &mdash;




 *  &mdash; «Кролень» Сономская губерния
 * "Krolen" Sonomskaya guberniya
 * Portmanteau of кролик ("male rabbit") and олень ("deer").
 *  &mdash; Sonoma Jackalope(s)
 * Colors &mdash;
 * Nicknames &mdash;
 * Jackalopes (Кролени, Kroleni)
 * (see also )
 * Notes &mdash;
 * Founded as early as the 1990s as an expansion team.
 * may be the current owner.
 * may be the current captain.
 * If so, the team may be the finalists.


 * Krylya Svobody &mdash; (formerly )




 *  &mdash; Крылья Свободы (КС)
 * Krylya Svobody (KS)
 *  &mdash; Wings of Liberty or Liberty's Wings
 * Colors &mdash;
 * Nicknames &mdash;
 * Wings (Крылья, Krylya)
 * Rats (Крысы, Krysy) (likely to become archaic)
 * Soviets (Советы, Sovety)
 * Notes &mdash;
 * Rather than going bankrupt (as IOTL), the indebted club is sold.
 * An Alaskan firm purchases the club (as an expansion team) and relocates them to.
 * Instead of completely rebranding the club, it was agreed to simply "Alaskanize" the name.
 * Soviet → Liberty (Freedom)
 * may be the current general manager of the team.


 * Troll Ross &mdash; Ross:0:0




 *  &mdash; «Тролль» Росс
 * "Troll" Ross
 *  &mdash; Ross Troll(s)
 * Colors &mdash;
 * Nicknames &mdash;
 * Trolls (Тролли, Trolli)
 * Notes
 * The name is in reference to s of Norse mythology.
 * Connected by Ross' name coming from the.
 * Controversy may also exist, as they name could be construed as being anti-Semitic.
 * This more so if Jewish Alaskans played a key role in the team's founding.
 * As of recent, the Trololo song of may become an unofficial anthem of the team.
 * may be the current team captain.
 * may have been a former player.
 * (see )


 * Zakatchik Nooshagak &mdash; Nooshagak:0:0




 *  &mdash; «Закатчик» Нушагак
 * "Zakatchik" Nushagak
 * From закатать (to seal/close).
 * Loosely translates as "canner" or "packer"
 *  &mdash; Nooshagak Worker(s) or Nooshagak Packer(s)
 * Colors &mdash;
 * Nicknames &mdash;
 * Packers (Закатчики, Zakatchiki)
 * (see )
 * Reds (Красные, Krasnyye)
 * Notes &mdash;
 * Founded during the Alaskan Socialist Republic:0:0 (1920s).
 * The team was originally comprised of [canning] factory workers (hence its name).
 * Relevant Photo
 * Was once seen as a pariah and barred from federal competitions (due to its communist origins).
 * may have been a former player.
 * If so, he would help propel the team from being a pariah and into a great team.


 * Vozhd Siatl Duwamps &mdash;




 *  &mdash; «Вождь Сиатль» Дувампс
 * "Vozhd Siatl" Duvamps
 *  &mdash; Duwamps Chief Seattle
 * Colors &mdash;
 * Nicknames &mdash;
 * Chiefs (Вожди, Vozhdi)
 * Indians (Индейцы, Indeytsy)
 * Totems (Тотемы, Totemy)
 * Notes &mdash;
 * The team is named after
 * (see )


 * Zheleznaya Doroga &mdash;




 *  &mdash; Железная Дорога
 * Zheleznaya Doroga
 *  &mdash; Iron Road
 * Direct English translation from Russian.
 * Colors &mdash;
 * Nicknames &mdash;
 * Railroaders (Железнодорожники, Zheleznodorozhniki)
 * (see )
 * Notes &mdash;
 * The name glorifies Prince George being a railway hub within Alaska (both past and present).
 * may have been the former team owner.
 * If so, the  chain would play a role in marketing.

Other Sports of Alaska

 * Top 10 Countries With Most NFL Fans Outside the US
 * http://mostpopularsports.net/in-russian-federation




 * All-Alaskan Soccer Union (Всеаляскинский соккерный союз [ВСС], Vsealyaskinsky sokkerny soyuz [VSS] )
 * (Russian Empire)
 * (Russian Empire)


 * Potential League Name
 * First Division (Первый дивизион, Pervy divizion)
 * 1st Division (1-ый дивизион, 1-y divizion)
 * 1st (1-ый, 1-y)




 * решеточный футбол (reshetochny futbol) &mdash; (literal translation)


 * Due to prolonged connections with both the Americans and the British colonists, the Russian word futbol (футбол) is generally used in regards to . The word sokker (соккер) would be used for (akin to  and ).


 * Potential League Name
 * Русско-американская футбольная лига/ассоциация (РАФЛ/РАФА)
 * Russko-amerikanskaya futbolnaya liga/assotsiatsiya (RAFL/RAFA)
 * Russian American Football League/Association (RAFL/RAFA)


 * The aforementioned name may also allude to a variant of [gridiron] football that was developed in the early 1900s in Russian America (Russian Empire). The name could also be another way to distinguish "North American football" with "European football."




 * http://www.brocktonpavilion.ca/history.htm
 * http://www.brocktonpavilion.ca/history.htm


 * Olympics


 * Potential Alaskan host cities for the Olympics:
 * &mdash;  (bid)
 * &mdash;  (host)
 * &mdash;  (bid)
 * &mdash;  (bid)
 * &mdash;  (bid)
 *  &mdash; (bid)???
 * &mdash;  (host)
 * &mdash; (bid)
 *  &mdash; (bid)
 * &mdash;  (bid)
 * &mdash;  (host)
 *  &mdash; (host)

Sports Outside Alaska



 * The (or LNH in ) would still be established in the Russian America timeline, but as a -speaking league of Canada:0:0 (Quebec).
 * Due to the cultural and language barrier, the league would not expand beyond their national borders. Exceptions may exist for Acadia:0:0 and (which have French-speaking communities).


 * Without the NHL, the United States:0:0 would develop their own hockey league. The (AHL) may develop into such a league.
 * Borealia:0:0 (as well as Acadia:0:0) would either be absorbed into the AHL (similar to OTL) or develop their own league.


 * Due to the partition of following, the  may not come into existence. Instead, we could see the rise of a hockey league which includes clubs from across  (e.g.,  and ). Such an international league may have rivaled that of the NHL of OTL.


 * (at least in name) may be butterflied out of the timeline. Early forms developed in Ontario would [likely] be merged into the wider . Since most of the circumstances leading to CF were of Anglo-origin, it would be unlikely to develop in Canada:Canada-Quebec:0 (which may adopt a more Americanized format). If anything, a CF-like game would have more luck developing in Acadia:0:0.
 * "Acadian Football"

Electoral College



 * Governoratewide Rules (Всегубернские правила, ВГП) &mdash; Similar to the status quo of the United States electoral college. Whomever wins the majority of the vote in a governorate shall win all that governorate's electoral votes.


 * Congressional District Rules (Съездовско-окружные правила, CОП) &mdash; Also known as American Rules (Американские правила), this system is comparable to those used in and . Five of the electoral votes are given to the candidate whom wines the majority of the governorate's votes. The remaining electors are awarded to the popular vote winner of each of that governorate's congressional districts. Unlike the US, gerrymandering is not a serious issue.


 * Proportional Rules (Пропорциональные правила, ПП) &mdash; This system is not used in the US. All of the electoral votes are given proportionally to the total votes of each candidate. An alternative could be that five of the votes are automatically given to the popular vote winner (given them a boost).


 * Links


 * http://www.270towin.com/alternative-electoral-college-allocation-methods/
 * http://refall.ru/1-2623.html

Alaskan Governors

 * {{legend|lightgreen|Equivalent of the Evergreens:0:0.}}
 * {{legend|salmon|Equivalent of the Movement for Peace and Freedom:0:0.}}
 * {{legend|mediumpurple|Equivalent of the Civil Alliance:0:0.}}


 * Unorganized


 * (Терентий Эдуардович Брандстад)
 * (Иван Аланович Парнелл)



Congressional Districts
The congressional districts of Alaska are to be numbered (a la the United States), though the numbering is done so on a national basis (a la Russia). The numbering is sequenced based alphabetically (based on Russian Cyrillic).


 * генерально-съездовский округ (generalno-syezdovsky okrug) = "[general] congressional district"
 * ГСО (GSO)


 * List of Districts by Governorate


 * Idaho:0:0 (Айдахская губ.) &mdash; 27 seats (1–27)
 * Aleutia:0:0 (Алеутская губ.) &mdash; 9 seats (28&mdash;36)
 * Bering:0:0 (Беринговская губ.) &mdash; 11 seats (37–47)
 * Far North:0:0 (Дальнесеверная губ.) &mdash; 5 seats (48&mdash;52)
 * Kodiak:0:0 (Кадьякская губ.) &mdash; 13 seats (53–65)
 * Kenai:0:0 (Кенайская губ.) &mdash; 40 seats (66–105)
 * Columbia:0:0 (Колумбийская губ.) &mdash; 80 seats (106–185)
 * New Irkutsk:0:0 (Новоиркутская губ.) &mdash; 13 seats (186–198)
 * New Caledonia:0:0 (Новокаледонская губ.) &mdash; 48 seats (199–246)
 * Oregon:0:0 (Орегонская губ.) &mdash; 67 seats (247–313)
 * Vancouver Island:0:0 (пров. Острова Ванкувера) &mdash; 19 seats (314–332)
 * Queen Charlotte Islands:0:0 (пров. Островов Королев Шарлотт) &mdash; 12 seats (333–344)
 * Sitka:0:0 (Ситкинская губ.) &mdash; 44 seats (345–388)
 * Sonoma:0:0 (Сономская губ.) &mdash; 96 seats (389–484)
 * Tongass:0:0 (Тонгасская губ.) &mdash; 22 seats (485–506)
 * Shelikof:0:0 (Шелиховская губ.) &mdash; 38 seats (507–544)
 * Yukon:0:0 (Юконская губ.) &mdash; 19 seats (545–563)
 * Yakutat:0:0 (Якутатская губ.) &mdash; 10 seats (564–573)




 * Избирательный округ
 * Выборы в Государственную думу (2016)


 * http://duma-ys.ru/izbiratelnyie-okruga/izbiratelnyiy-okrug2n/
 * http://duma39.ru/deputies/electoral-district.php

Judiciary and Law





 * Alaska:0:0's legal system will be based on.
 * The have been preserved. Along with influences from Anglo-American, s will be a common feature (roughly similar to those in the United States).
 * Along with "guilty" and "not guilty," Alaskan juries are allowed a third possible verdict: "guilty with no punishment."


 * The Governorates of Alaska:governorates:0 of Columbia:0:0, the Queen Charlotte Islands:0:0, and Vancouver Island:0:0 would retain elements of British.
 * This system was initiated by Alexander II, who was inspired by the precedents set by the United Kingdom in regards to Canada:0:0 and South Africa:0:0.
 * Codification is less prominent in these governorates (though still used). Instead, precedents are set by gubernial judges (which become de facto laws).
 * Federal codification supersedes gubernial precedents (opposite those of Louisiana and Quebec).
 * Because judges have more sway over laws in these governorates, judgeships may be a democratically elected office.


 * The highest court in Alaska shall be the Supreme Court (Верховный Суд, Verkhovny Sud), which acts as both the and the . The  and the  will serve as models for this body.
 * This body will be comprised of 9-15 justices (with one serving as the Chief Justice).
 * Justices are nominated by the sitting President and confirmed by the Senate.
 * Justices would either serve for life (USA), required to resign at a certain age (Russia), or are given term limits (Mexico).

Potential Justices of the Supreme Court

 * Headcanon


 * (Степан Бреер) (78)
 * (Михаил Чертов) (63)
 * (Маврикий Гарленд) (64)
 * (Иванна Гинзбург) (83)
 * (Елена Каган) (56)
 * (Андромаха Каракацанис) (61)
 * (Александр Козинский) (66)
 * (Тимофей Тимкович) (60)


 * Potential


 * (unsure)
 * (unsure)
 * (possibly)
 * (possibly)


 * Former


 * (possibly)
 * (possibly)
 * (possibly)
 * (possibly)

https://www.quora.com/How-does-the-Louisiana-legal-system-differ-from-the-rest-of-the-nation


 * Anglo-Alaskan Governorates


 * Civil Code/Law = Common Law
 * Criminal Code/Law = Civil Law?


 * Louisiana/Quebec


 * Civil Code/Law = Civil Law?
 * Criminal Code/Law = Common Law?

2021 Presidential Election in Alaska





 * Movement for Peace and Freedom:0:0


 * (Алексей Иосифович Франкен)
 * (Алексей Даниилович Гурчинский)
 * (Любовь Яковлевна Клобучар)

Christmas in Alaska

 * Links


 * How Russians celebrated New Year before revolution
 * The (Political) History of Russian Christmas
 * Cyprus Inform About Cyprus Christmas in Cyprus: the customs and traditions of celebration


 * Gift Bringer(s)


 * (Дед Мороз) will be the primary gift-bringer in Alaska (at least in name).


 * The character was inherited from Russian rule and preserved following independence (in spite of the Soviet's early repression of the character).


 * Unlike in Russia, the Alaskan Ded Moroz would be "Santafied" to the point of being a [near] clone of the American (Санта-Клаус, Santa-Klaus).


 * Today, the names Ded Moroz and Santa-Klaus are used interchangeably within Alaska (referring to the same character). The controversies and in Europe doesn't exist in Alaska.


 * Similar to the American Santa Claus, the Alaskan Ded Moroz may retain many different names that were inherited from different cultural groups (akin to Kris Kringle). Such names may include:
 * Flag of Poland.svg &mdash; Святой Николай (Svyatoy Nikolay)
 * &mdash; (Гвяздор, Gvyazdor)?
 * &mdash; Святой Василий (Svyatoy Vasily) &mdash; Агиос Василис (Agios Vasilis)

Alaskan Units of Measurement (For Myself)

 * Abbreviations


 * https://commercial_dictionary.academic.ru/1/%D0%90%D0%B1%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B5%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B0%D1%82%D1%83%D1%80%D1%8B
 * http://vocable.ru/termin/abbreviatura.html


 * Volume


 * (mL) = бутылка [or] полуштоф


 * = штоф [or] кружка (both names used interchangeably?)


 * (liter) = четверть

Names of Alaska (For Fun... Again)

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 * {{legend|lightblue|Direct Translation}}

Culture of Alaska (For Colgan Dog‎)

 * Language


 * The vast majority of Alaskans speak as their first language. The  is prevalent across the nation (unique in the New World). Alaskans view the world from a Russian understanding (e.g., six continents, with  being a single one). Most Alaskan businesses and signs are written exclusively in Cyrillic, though other language options are available upon request.


 * is the largest minority language. The number of first-language speakers have been in decline for decades, but the number of second-language speakers has been rapidly increasing.


 * Medical Cure


 * Alaska is on par with any other modern nation (in regards to medicine), with an increased interest in alternative medicines (akin to North America).


 * There may also exist skepticism towards modern medicine (akin to Eastern and Northern Europe), with many Alaskans opting against such treatment (e.g., anti-vaccination) and favoring others (e.g., religion and mysticism; see ). Such practices could be more extreme compared to their North American neighbors, but more likely on par.


 * Religion


 * Alaska is a majority nation (the only one in the New World). An  would operate in Alaska (akin to the  of OTL), and would incorporate non-Russian practices (due to Alaska being a melting pot).


 * in Alaska would be on par with its North American neighbors (between 60% to 90% being religious). This would be far greater than in Eurasia (making Alaska more religious than the lands of the former Russian Empire). In contrast to the Soviet Union (which looked down upon religion), Alaskans would hold onto it (in spite of the USSR).


 * Child-Rearing Methods


 * Alaskan families would be fairly similar to those of its neighbors. It is generally considered "normal" for a couple to be married before having children, and parents are "expected" to have 2.5 children. Abortion and divorce are legal in Alaska, but are considered taboo and [often] frowned upon (much like North America). Same-sex marriage was recently legalized in Alaska, yet LGBTQ rights are still being worked out.


 * Children are raised to think independently and to express themselves. While there would be no legal/cultural basis to this, most in the Russian-speaking world tend to view Alaskan parents as being too "laid-back" and allowing their children to do anything (in a manner of speaking).


 * The most notable difference between Alaskan and Russian households is that Alaskan families tend to be limited to two generations (i.e., parents and children), as opposed to the Soviet norm of having three (parents, children, and grandparents).


 * Food


 * Alaskan cuisine would be a blend of Russian and North American foods (with some immigrant tastes thrown in). Not much more I can add without copy-pasting Wikipedia (so feel free to look it up).


 * Southern Alaska would be dominated by farming and agricultural diets (wheat and beef). Northern and coastal Alaska would be dominated by fishing (salmon, cod, crabs, lobsters, etc.). Fish would likely be the most consumed meat in Alaska. In Ross (if not Sonoma as a whole), wine would likely be favored (as this region holds the most noted vineyards of California).


 * A noted difference would be that Alaska would've capitalized and commercialize upon their cuisine (FAR more so than in Russia). Speaking personally, I imagine s (and other Russian "pancakes wraps") being very popular and becoming a very iconic food for the nation (both nationally and globally). Just as burgers and tacos have blended to become very individualized and Americanized, I could see blinis doing the same in Alaska (and elsewhere). I also see becoming a very popular drink and competing with [American] sodas (being regarded on par with sweat tea, lemonade, and root beer). Due to kvass having a similar composition and taste as beer/cider (just having low-alcohol), it may have been targeted during  (as well as combined xenophobia). It may also be possible that Alaskan kvass has been made non-alcoholic (similar to root beer).


 * Folk Art


 * Similar to the United States (and North America as a whole), Alaskan folk art and folklore would be a combination of those of immigrants, pioneers, and natives. In this case, we'd see more of a Russian (and Slavic) flair with Alaska.


 * I'm not much of an expert on this to give concrete examples. But speaking personally and basically, my guess is that Alaska could have a Cossack-esque feel in their folklore (due to their similarities). That being a pioneering people (on the fringes of the Empire) which value this freedom (I may be pulling this out of nowhere, so take it as is).


 * I also could see being very mainstream in Alaska, perhaps to the point of surpassing Poland [Czechia] as the "home of polka" (if conceivable). I say this because several artists of OTL (,, and [of course] ) would likely be Alaskan ITTL. I'm comparing this to how  originated in England, but has become a de facto American thing.


 * Native American traditions of the Pacific Northwest would be retained and polarized in Alaska (akin to Canada). This would include the iconic s and (it's really beautiful, check it out).


 * As for detailed specifics, it has been headcanon that (or [at least] the concept of it) would become something of a  and beloved icon. I've also believed that people like  (as well as other Cossack settlers) may be regarded as folk heroes.


 * Celebrations


 * Much like the rest of the world, Christmas would be the biggest holiday in Alaska. However, Alaskan Christmas would follow Eastern Orthodox traditions and would continue to operate as it did in the Russian Empire before the Revolution (and how its currently celebrated in Greece and Cyprus; the only Orthodox nations to avoid communism). Christmas would not be a single day, but a 12 days-long event (where the saying "12 Days of Christmas" comes from).


 * Christmas begins on December 25, which (for the most part) focuses solely on the birth of Jesus. It won't be until January 1 (New Years Day, St. Basil's Day) that / visits all the good children of the world and gives them presents under a "New Years Tree." The holiday finally ends on January 6 (when Jesus was baptized). It should be noted that while "Santa Claus" (Ded Moroz) would've been Americanized in Alaska (as is the case in many areas today), Russian and other elements would remain visible in Alaska (such as being present along side the American elves and Misses Claus). Just like the rest of the world, Christmas (or rather New Years) would be a mostly secular holiday.


 * Outside Christmas, Alaska would celebrate most holidays that are prevalent in Russia, North America, and the world. Those of interest would be March 8 (Alaska's Independence Day) and a holiday in July which commemorates the voyage of (which would be combination of the Fourth of July and Columbus Day).


 * In the Ninilchik dialect of Russian, is referred to as Koshachy Prazdnik (Кошачий Праздник, lit. "Cat's Holiday"). Not too sure of the etymological origins and significance of this (but I love the name, regardless). Halloween in Alaska may associate more cats into their imagery.


 * Jokes


 * While this is more on anecdotal evidence, I personally believe Alaskans would have a very pronounced sense of humor (perhaps being regarded as "more lively" than their Eastern European counterparts). This is mostly due to the wide range of comedic talents who'd be Alaskan ITTL (too many to name just a few).


 * Much like North America (and the world), Alaskan humor would tend to focus on reality and life in general (can't really name specifics).


 * It has also been headcanon that the entertainment industry (not just comedy) would be seen as more "controversial" compared to their North American neighbors. This would be due to an anti-Soviet mentality towards free speech and freedom of expression, resulting in a liberalization of media (to an extent). I like to compare this to the Czech reality show , which caused a lot of debate when it was released.


 * Manners


 * Manners and etiquette in Alaska would likely be remnants of those in Russia. Not much more I can add. The only noticeable difference would be that Alaskans are less xenophobic than Russians (by comparison). This is due to many Alaskans being the descendants of Russian and Soviet refugees, as well as more years open to the world.


 * Clothes and Dressing


 * Modern Alaskan clothing would be on par with the rest of the Western World. Formal wear being suits and ties for men, dresses for women. Casual ware for both sexes. There would not exist a stigma for women to wear pants (etc.).


 * Traditional Slavic and Cossack garments would be seen as old fashioned, but perhaps incorporated to a degree in modern Alaskan clothing.


 * I'd also like to add, the (i.e., the Slav meme going around) and the all- wardrobe would not exist in Alaska (as this developed in the USSR). So the two should not be mixed. One of the inventors of modern jeans  would be Alaskan ITTL, so they may play a major role. There's also the potential that  would be very popular in Columbia:0:0 (as they are IOTL's BC and Washington). This may translate into Alaska as a whole, or this may remain a predominantly Doug image (not too sure).


 * Work Schedules


 * Alaskans work Monday thru Friday (9 to 5), Saturdays and Sundays off (just like North America). I don't really see much difference existing here.


 * Sports


 * Been working on this for over a year now. would be the number one sport in Alaska, due especially to prominent players of Russian descent (such as ). Alaska would likely surpass Canada/Borealia (ITTL) as the most prominent hockey nation.


 * The major North American sports are also very popular and become so as a sign of continental unity., , and would be the next popular sports.


 * The Dougs (especially during Russian rule) viewed baseball and gridiron football as being the "Russian's game", and preferred to back the British equivalents. and  would be introduced through the Dougs. While soccer would also grow from interactions with Russia and Mexico, cricket would expand in Alaska (where IOTL it sizzled), making Alaska the only major market for the sport in North America.