2229

• November 22: The United Powers League is founded, envisioned as the ultimate incarnation of a unified humanity. The new world order encompasses 93% of Earth’s population, with only some volatile South American states remaining independent. Founded on the basis of ‘enlightened socialism,’ it often resorts to fascist police actions to maintain control. From the outset, the organization re-opens space exploration, made possible by advances in warp drive technology and cryogenic hibernation.
• Hyperion's stock of Brian & Bernie's Skotch Whiskey is bottled.

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