(Selected by a 2010 poll of citizens of the British Empire)
Excerpt from Empress Victoria's Memoirs – Killian's Final Words
1. Overview
"...Therefore, citizens of Great Britain. Lead and embrace. Challenge and pioneer. O people of the seas standing upon the ocean, now embrace the sky and grope the universe. Thus, advance forever and ever. From Killian, who loves you..."
An official consort of the British Empire and King of Canada, a statesman who also exerted wide influence over science and the arts.
He is regarded as the one who freed humanity from the Malthusian trap and led the greatest golden age of the British Empire.
He established the foundation that allowed the British imperial family to enjoy the greatest wealth and power in the world, and stands as the symbol of the Empire's nineteenth century golden age.
Status
Even more than one hundred years after his death, no politician or royal figure has been more loved within the British Empire.
Strictly speaking, Killian, of Irish and Joseon descent, did not carry English blood, yet no one in England, Wales, Scotland, or Canada cared about such a detail.
Not only within the Empire, but among leading scholars worldwide, he is consistently counted as one of the greatest intellects in human history. While opinions differ on who is the absolute greatest, if ten candidates are named, Killian is almost always included.
A life that rose from the disadvantage of mixed Irish and Joseon heritage to the very pinnacle of the British Empire.
Not only a political success, but also a great intellect who broke the Malthusian trap and liberated humanity from hunger.
His progressive thinking, far ahead of the nineteenth century, embraced Black and Asian people alike, earning him the highest praise from human rights groups.
Some criticize that he merely refined colonial rule, but such views are generally seen as ignoring the historical context of the nineteenth century.
At a time when exploitation of African natives and discrimination against Asians were considered normal, his values were fundamentally different.
As a clear example, he lived in the same era as Leopold II, who ordered the hands of Congolese natives to be cut off for failing quotas.
Although the nature of the British imperial system meant Killian did not directly intervene in politics, numerous materials discovered after his death revealed just how extensive his influence truly was.
Together with Charles Wellesley, he laid the foundation for the British Empire to maintain global dominance into the twenty first century, and even today his name is treated as something untouchable within the Empire.
Life
(Separated due to length)
Killian as a Politician
"I was praised by many, but until the very moment I stepped down, I never grew arrogant. Everything I achieved was not accomplished alone." Charles Wellesley's memoirs
"The Conservative Party maintained power for three reasons. First, His Majesty Killian began his political career within the party. Second, its leader Wellesley was close to him. Third, the prominent figure Disraeli was his friend."
From My Challenge by William Ewart Gladstone
The British imperial family was not allowed to intervene in domestic politics.
Ironically, this law was passed during Killian's time as consort, yet historians widely agree that he was not constrained by it.
At the time, the Empire's foreign policy focused on Asia and the Americas, areas where Killian's influence and knowledge were unmatched.
Without his guidance, effective policy would have been impossible, and the resulting successes translated directly into public support.
As a result, Prime Minister Wellesley, working in tandem with Killian, achieved continuous electoral victories, while the Liberal Party remained in permanent opposition.
Even Gladstone's claim that he never competed on equal terms was not merely an excuse.
This did not mean that Killian or Wellesley broke the law or engaged in underhanded tactics.
Killian simply designed outcomes that benefited the Empire, and the Conservative Party enjoyed the resulting advantages.
Killian as a Royal
If Killian as a politician worked for the Empire's benefit, Killian as a royal never missed the opportunity to secure advantages for himself within that framework.
He developed Canada into his base of support and turned Alaska into a royal domain.
He ensured that much of the vast oil output from Canada and Alaska was controlled by companies tied to the royal family.
He also secured both the Suez Canal and the Panama Canal as exclusive assets of the royal family, preventing external interference.
Most strikingly, the Panama Canal had originally been a project led by the British government, yet he managed to bring it under royal ownership.
Some scholars speculate that he may have orchestrated events to achieve this, but such claims remain in the realm of conspiracy.
The reason such theories persist is that his foresight often appears beyond the capability of a nineteenth century figure.
Extraordinary Foresight
"When oil began to flow in Bahrain, we thought it was luck. When it was found in Qatar as well, we became suspicious. When it appeared across the entire region, it became frightening."
From Edward VIII, 1961
Killian personally established royal domains in regions that later proved to contain vast oil reserves.
He encouraged migration to populate these areas with British citizens, avoiding future conflicts with local populations.
While these regions were initially seen as strategic locations, technological advances revealed their immense resource value.
Today, the oil from these royal domains represents a massive portion of global production.
Combined with control over key canals and major corporations, the royal family wields extraordinary economic influence.
His impact extended beyond politics into medicine and science.
He supported John Snow during the cholera crisis and empowered Florence Nightingale during wartime, significantly reducing casualties.
He also promoted research into malaria prevention and the development of nitrogen fertilizer to overcome the Malthusian trap.
Considering all these achievements occurred during his lifetime, it is easy to understand why so many theories surround him.
Conspiracies and Counterarguments
Numerous conspiracy theories exist, but most lack evidence.
7-1. Did he deliberately provoke war with Qing?
There are claims he anticipated Qing's weakness and engineered conflict, but critics argue this relies too heavily on hindsight.
7-2. Did he use communism to establish Canada?
Some argue he influenced Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels to shape events in America.
Counterarguments state this overestimates his control.
7-3. Did he fabricate royal lineage?
Claims that he invented ties to Asian royalty are dismissed by historical evidence.
Overall, such theories persist because his actions often appear beyond the limits of his era.
Evaluation
A patriot who sought the future of the British Empire and a visionary who wished for the well being of humanity.
A figure who guided the twenty first century into an era of peace and left an unparalleled mark on world history.
He understood that not only becoming the strongest power, but maintaining that position, was essential.
He worked closely with global leaders to prevent large scale wars and stabilize the world.
He recognized the limitations of communism and reformed capitalism to improve workers' lives.
The benefits of his actions are enjoyed not only by the British Empire, but by the entire world.
As long as human history continues, his achievements will be remembered.
Trivia
In his youth, he captivated many noblewomen, yet was known for loving only one woman throughout his life.
According to Victoria's diary, he fell in love at first sight and persistently pursued her despite differences in status.
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