Historical Events tagged with "regional autonomy"
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Establishment of the Royal Galician Academy
The Royal Galician Academy was established in La Coruña to promote and preserve the Galician language. Its creation marked a significant step in the cultural revival of Galicia, emphasizing the importance of the Galician language amidst the push for regional identity and autonomy in Spain. The academy aimed to regulate and standardize the Galician language's use, contributing to its legitimacy and fostering its academic study.
Continue ReadingMeng Zhixiang's Declaration as Emperor
Meng Zhixiang declared himself emperor and founded the Later Shu, establishing a new independent state from the Later Tang dynasty. This declaration took place in Chengdu, the capital of the region he controlled, as he aimed to assert authority over the areas in Sichuan. Discontent with the Later Tang's rule and the pursuit of regional autonomy motivated this significant political move.
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