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On June 16, 1944, widespread protests erupted in automobile and textile factories in Cartegine, marking the largest demonstrations during the Unionist dictatorship. The protests were sparked by high living costs, food scarcity, and exorbitant prices, which had doubled due to inflation caused by the massive issue of money by the Phoxia Royal Bank.

These protests marked the beginning of the Cartegine Revolution, which evolved into the Phoenixian Civil War, with opposing pro-Unionists and partisans. The unrest quickly transformed into a general anti-government revolt. The clandestine publication of the "Araforsian Nation" newspaper, funded by entrepreneur Gaetano Valerio, contributed to the spread of the strike through widespread distribution of clandestine leaflets.

As the Cartegine Revolution gained momentum, the pro-Unionist forces began to crumble, and the revolutionaries took control of many key cities and infrastructure. The Unionist Party was quickly losing its grip on power. The conflict continued for several months, with both sides suffering heavy casualties. However, it became clear that the rebels were gaining the upper hand, as they continued to make significant gains and win the support of the people.

The chaotic situation provided an opportunity for a group of disillusioned generals to depose the regime.

Amidst this turmoil, a provisional government was formed, composed of leaders from various political and social groups. Their primary focus was to restore order and rebuild the country.

Pietro I, the ruling monarch, organized the escape of the royal family to an unknown location when he learned of the clashes. The provisional government organized an institutional referendum on the form of state, which led to the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a federal democratic republic. Deputies of the constituent assembly were elected to draft a new constitutional charter. The royal family was subsequently banned from re-entering the country, and their assets, including the Phoxia Royal Palace, were confiscated.

=== Federal Republic ===

The Provisional Federal Government was created, which was tasked with drafting a series of reforms to reorganize the state and implement the constitution. In March 1949, the first free elections since 1929 were held, and the coalition of "The Future," comprising democratic and liberal parties, emerged victorious.

The Mikkealason government was formed, which carried out several initiatives for the renewal of the Republic. Progressive income taxation was instituted, and the Federal Health System was created. Primary and secondary education became compulsory up to the age of 16.

The Mikkealason government began to explore partnerships with nearby nations, sending emissaries to [[Norgsveldet]], [[New Leganes]], and other neighboring countries. A new trade policy was announced, giving particular attention to the Almodarian region, and significant capital was invested in a new route called ARA-MOND.

In 1953, large oil fields were discovered in the central area of the Optio Sea. The government created the Phoenixian National Fund to invest the oil proceeds in infrastructure projects. Several joint-venture companies, such as the Arafors & Tregriva Company, were created in the 1950s to facilitate maritime trade, mainly involving the export and import of goods between Arafors and Almodaria.

Amidst this turmoil, a provisional government was formed, composed of leaders from various political and social groups. Their primary focus was to restore order and rebuild the country.

The Provisional Federal Government was created, which was in charge of drafting a series of reforms to reorganize the state and implement the constitution.

In March 1949, the first free elections since 1929 were held; the coalition of ''The future'' formed by the democratic and liberal parties won. The Mikkealason government was formed, carrying out several initiatives for the renewal of the Republic. Progressive income taxation was instituted, the Federal Health System was created and primary and secondary education became compulsory up to the age of 16. The goverment started looking for partners in Arcturia, they sent emissaries to [[Norgsveldet]], [[New Leganes]] and other nearby nations. Mikkealason announced a new trade policy, giving particular attention to the Almodarian region, and significant capital was invested in a new route called ARA-MOND.

In 1953 large oil fields were found in the center in the central area of the Optio Sea. The government created the [[Phoenixia National Fund|Phoenixian National Fund]] to invest the oil proceeds in infrastructure projects.

Several joint-venture companies were created in the 1950s to facilitate maritime trade such as the Arafors & Tregriva Company, mainly involved in exporting and importing goods from and to, Arafors and Almodaria.