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The Baltican Navy is the naval branch of the Baltican Armed Forces. The Baltican navy was once a vital component of Balticas ability to export its power across the Amber Lake, and has historically provided the Baltican Dolch uncontested control over most of Southern Baltica. It was formally established in 1642, becoming an official separate branch of the then Royal Army. After the first Baltican civil war, the Royal Navy was replaced by the Peoples Republic Navy. In the aftermath of the second [[Baltican Civil War|Baltican Civil war]] the Peoples Republic Navy was reformed into the Baltican Naval Force.  
The Baltican Navy is the naval branch of the [[Baltican Armed Forces]]. The Baltican navy was once a vital component of Balticas ability to export its power across the [[Kezanoi Sea|Kezanoi]] and [[Keelpijp|Keelpijp seas]], and has historically been the primary reasons behind the [[Dolch|Dolch's]] control over Baltica.It was formally established in 1642, becoming an official separate branch of the then Royal Army. After the first Baltican civil war, the '''Royal Navy''' was replaced by the '''Peoples Republic Navy'''. In the aftermath of the second [[Baltican Civil War|Baltican Civil war]] the '''Peoples Republic Navy''' was reformed into the [[Baltican Navy|Baltican Navy]].  


== History ==
== History ==
Although the Baltican Navy was only officially formed in 1642, for over three centuries a crude navy operated in tandem with the Order of [[Baltica|Baltishtin]] and then later the [[Baltica|Kingdom of Baltica]]. Various rivercraft would often flow between large rivers like the [[Balandeli]] and Goja, often getting into fights with lesser Baltican tribes and their meagre fishing boats. However, the primary goal and objective of the not yet established navy were to maintain control of the [[Amber Lake]] and protect valuable trade routes such as the routes going from the Amber Isles to the mainland. Because the Navy was so decentralized, it would often struggle to perform, and infighting was quite common. Piracy was rampant outside of established trade routes, and fishing boats would be subject so constant pillaging. This lack of order would eventually lead to the formation of the [[Baltican Navy|Baltican Royal Navy.]]
Although the Baltican Navy was only officially formed in 1642, for over three centuries a crude navy operated in tandem with the Order of [[Baltica|Baltishtin]] and then later the [[Baltica|Kingdom of Baltica]]. Various rivercraft would often flow between large rivers like the [[Balandeli]] and Liplan, often getting into fights with lesser Baltican tribes and their meager fishing boats. However, the primary goal and objective of the not yet established navy were to maintain stability within the [[Kezanoi Sea|Kezanoi Sea]]In order to protect the valuable trade routes to [[Dolchland]] . Because the Navy was so decentralized, it would often struggle to perform, and infighting was quite common. Piracy was rampant outside of established trade routes, and fishing boats would be subject so constant pillaging. This lack of order would eventually lead to the formation of the [[Baltican Navy|Royal Navy.]]


====Kingdom of Baltica Navy====
===Royal Navy (1642-1932)===
The 17th century saw trade in the Amber Lake explode, as the rise of many new nations (Particularly [[Estimeria]]) saw the rise of Baltican goods; primarily lumber and grains. However, as trade increased the amount of piracy in the lake exploded exponentially, to the point where it was beginning to impact the economy of both the Kingdom of Baltica, and other powers around the lake. To combat this piracy, [[King Wilmar II]] would formally sign a decree which oversaw the creation of a Baltican Royal Navy. Using lumber from the recently integrated region of [[Baltica|Kretia]], King Wilmar financed the creation of two fleets, which he then sent to the [[Amber Isles|Pebble Isles]] (Which had been under Pirate control for two decades). His new fleed would be victorious, and once again the Amber Lake trade routes would be stable. This would also lead to the full integration of the [[Amber Isles]] (Which Included the islands of [[Amber Isles|St Casimir]], [[Amber Isles|St Bunno]] and the [[Amber Isles|Pebble Isles]]) into the rest of the Kingdom, with all three becoming private estates of the Royal Family.
The 17th century saw trade in the [[Kezanoi Sea|Kezanoi Sea]] explode, as the [[Baltica|Baltican]] economy saw huge growth and Baltican merchants began to establish themselves in other states. However, as trade increased the amount of piracy in the Sea exploded exponentially, to the point where it was beginning to impact the economy of the Kingdom of Baltica. To combat this piracy, [[King Wilmar II]] would formally sign a decree which oversaw the creation of a '''Baltican Royal Navy'''. Using lumber from the recently integrated region of [[Baltica|Kretia]], King Wilmar financed the creation of two fleets, which he then sent to the [[St Bunno Island]] (Which had been under Pirate control for two decades). His new fleet would be victorious, and once again the [[Kezanoi Sea|Kezanoi Sea]] trade routes would be stable. This would also lead to the full integration of the Eastern Islands along the Baltican coast, which became private domains of the Baltican Royal Family.  


===Republic Navy===
Past 1710, piracy in the [[Kezanoi Sea|Kezanoi Sea]] fell dramatically , to the point where ships could sail across the Sea without fear of attack. This largely contributed to the expansion of the [[Pearl Cities]], who flourished during this age of economic expansion.
After the first [[Baltican Civil]] war, what remained of the Royal Navy was re-organised into the Peoples Republic Navy. President and dictator [[Algridas Benis]] would end up dedicating a significant amount of money towards the Navy, not because of any actual need, but simply because he could. Under his reign, the Baltican navy grew to be one of the largest in Central Argis, despite being almost entirely landlocked within the Amber Lake. Additionally, the development of Submarines and Battleships was criticized for being quite wasteful as they would never see any use in the Amber Lake. This waste would see the Baltican Navy grow in size, but its functionality stagnate, whilst technological development would also similarly stagnate as most financing would end up going to the construction of more vessels, rather than keeping up with the times.


During the [[Baltican Civil War|Second Baltican Civil War]] most of the navy fell into the hands of Admiral Stefan Huber, who took the navy and beached most of it in the [[Amber Isles]], where he became the de facto head of state. Former Admiral [[Gerd Stube]] would end up seizing a Corvette and using it to lead a raid against the city of [[Diems]] and other [[Baltica|Dokestven]] ports. By July of 2022, most of the various navy factions would seize operations as they would run out of heavy fuel, as did most of Baltica during the war. After the [[Amber Resolution]], all former Navy Vessels owned by the Amber Isles would end up transferring their ships back to the [[Central Baltican Government]].
===Republic Navy (1932-2022)===
After the first [[Baltican Civil]] war, what remained of the Royal Navy was re-organised into the Peoples Republic Navy. President and dictator [[Algridas Benis]] would end up dedicating a significant amount of money towards the Navy, not because of any actual need, but simply because he could. Under his reign, the Baltican navy grew to be one of the largest in Southern Argis, dispite the nation being on the brink of economic ruin. Additionally, the development of Submarines and Battleships was criticized for being quite wasteful as they would rarely see use due to both oil and funding shortages. This waste would see the Baltican Navy grow in size, but its functionality stagnate, whilst technological development would also similarly slow as most financing would end up going to the construction of more vessels, rather than keeping up with the times.  


=== Current ===
During the [[Baltican Civil War|Second Baltican Civil War]] most of the navy fell into the hands of Admiral Stefan Huber, who took the navy and beached most of it on [[St Casimir Island]], where he became the de facto head of state. Former Admiral [[Gerd Stube]] would end up seizing a Corvette and using it to lead a raid against the city of [[Diems]] and other [[Baltica|Dokestven]] ports. By July of 2022, most of the various navy factions would seize operations as they would run out of heavy fuel, as did most of Baltica during the war. After the [[Amber Resolution]], all former Navy Vessels owned by the Island of St Casimir would end up transferring their ships back to the [[Central Baltican Government]].


===Modern Baltican Navy===
== Bases ==
Currently the Baltican Navy only has one Naval Base, this being [[Port Svoyev]] in the [[Belgorta SREP]]. Current plans are to further expand the Navies facilities, and an ongoing deal is being negotiated with [[Liplan-Kretin]] to possibly purchase the port facilities in [[Goja]] and [[Kretia]], in hopes of further expanding the Baltican fleet in the future, and possibly create a second Northern Fleet or a separate Coast Guard.
== Fleet ==
The current main Baltican fleet is comprised of 20 ships, all of whom are located in the Amber Lake. In total there is 10 Patrol ships, 5 corvettes, 3 Mine layer / support vessels and 1 frigate. 
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Latest revision as of 00:53, 22 September 2023

Baltican Naval Force
Baltijos karinės jūrų pajėgos
Emblem of the Baltican Navy.png
Activec. 17th century AD - Initial Foundation
Country Baltica
BranchNavy
RoleNaval warfare, Patrolling
Size8,331 active duty personnel
20 ships
Part ofBaltican Armed Forces
Garrison/HQPort Svoyev
PatronSaint Rein
Motto(s)"Sons of the Sea, brothers of the free"
ColorsGolden Yellow, Prussian Blue
Commanders
Head AdmiralYvo Falk
Insignia
EnsignBaltican Naval Ensign.png
Naval JackBaltican Flag with CoA.png

The Baltican Navy is the naval branch of the Baltican Armed Forces. The Baltican navy was once a vital component of Balticas ability to export its power across the Kezanoi and Keelpijp seas, and has historically been the primary reasons behind the Dolch's control over Baltica.It was formally established in 1642, becoming an official separate branch of the then Royal Army. After the first Baltican civil war, the Royal Navy was replaced by the Peoples Republic Navy. In the aftermath of the second Baltican Civil war the Peoples Republic Navy was reformed into the Baltican Navy.

History

Although the Baltican Navy was only officially formed in 1642, for over three centuries a crude navy operated in tandem with the Order of Baltishtin and then later the Kingdom of Baltica. Various rivercraft would often flow between large rivers like the Balandeli and Liplan, often getting into fights with lesser Baltican tribes and their meager fishing boats. However, the primary goal and objective of the not yet established navy were to maintain stability within the Kezanoi SeaIn order to protect the valuable trade routes to Dolchland . Because the Navy was so decentralized, it would often struggle to perform, and infighting was quite common. Piracy was rampant outside of established trade routes, and fishing boats would be subject so constant pillaging. This lack of order would eventually lead to the formation of the Royal Navy.

Royal Navy (1642-1932)

The 17th century saw trade in the Kezanoi Sea explode, as the Baltican economy saw huge growth and Baltican merchants began to establish themselves in other states. However, as trade increased the amount of piracy in the Sea exploded exponentially, to the point where it was beginning to impact the economy of the Kingdom of Baltica. To combat this piracy, King Wilmar II would formally sign a decree which oversaw the creation of a Baltican Royal Navy. Using lumber from the recently integrated region of Kretia, King Wilmar financed the creation of two fleets, which he then sent to the St Bunno Island (Which had been under Pirate control for two decades). His new fleet would be victorious, and once again the Kezanoi Sea trade routes would be stable. This would also lead to the full integration of the Eastern Islands along the Baltican coast, which became private domains of the Baltican Royal Family.

Past 1710, piracy in the Kezanoi Sea fell dramatically , to the point where ships could sail across the Sea without fear of attack. This largely contributed to the expansion of the Pearl Cities, who flourished during this age of economic expansion.

Republic Navy (1932-2022)

After the first Baltican Civil war, what remained of the Royal Navy was re-organised into the Peoples Republic Navy. President and dictator Algridas Benis would end up dedicating a significant amount of money towards the Navy, not because of any actual need, but simply because he could. Under his reign, the Baltican navy grew to be one of the largest in Southern Argis, dispite the nation being on the brink of economic ruin. Additionally, the development of Submarines and Battleships was criticized for being quite wasteful as they would rarely see use due to both oil and funding shortages. This waste would see the Baltican Navy grow in size, but its functionality stagnate, whilst technological development would also similarly slow as most financing would end up going to the construction of more vessels, rather than keeping up with the times.  

During the Second Baltican Civil War most of the navy fell into the hands of Admiral Stefan Huber, who took the navy and beached most of it on St Casimir Island, where he became the de facto head of state. Former Admiral Gerd Stube would end up seizing a Corvette and using it to lead a raid against the city of Diems and other Dokestven ports. By July of 2022, most of the various navy factions would seize operations as they would run out of heavy fuel, as did most of Baltica during the war. After the Amber Resolution, all former Navy Vessels owned by the Island of St Casimir would end up transferring their ships back to the Central Baltican Government.

Modern Baltican Navy

Bases

Currently the Baltican Navy only has one Naval Base, this being Port Svoyev in the Belgorta SREP. Current plans are to further expand the Navies facilities, and an ongoing deal is being negotiated with Liplan-Kretin to possibly purchase the port facilities in Goja and Kretia, in hopes of further expanding the Baltican fleet in the future, and possibly create a second Northern Fleet or a separate Coast Guard.

Fleet

The current main Baltican fleet is comprised of 20 ships, all of whom are located in the Amber Lake. In total there is 10 Patrol ships, 5 corvettes, 3 Mine layer / support vessels and 1 frigate.

Name Picture Origin Class Type Built Entered service (LNF) Notes
Corvette Squadron
N42 Federales N42 Republika  Baltica Flower-class corvette Corvette Naval Ship 1977 1980 Current Capital Ship of the Baltican Navy.