League of Non-Aligned Worlds
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The League of Non-Aligned Worlds was a fictional collection of races in the Babylon 5
universe.
The League of Non-Aligned Worlds was a loose confederation of independent worlds and minor species, most of whom had endured subjugation under the Centauri Republic at its height. Each member species was self-governing, but they formed an economic alliance, political negotiating bloc, and at times of need a voluntary military alliance. The League of Non-Aligned Worlds was created to maintain a united front against a possible Centauri resurgence and protection from the expanding Narn Regime. The League's charter took on new meaning with the rise of the Dilgar
, who launched a massive war of conquest and genocide against all neighbors. The League resisted but was nearly overwhelmed, until the Earth Alliance
agreed to aid the League and helped drive back the Dilgar.
As a result, the League cemented its reputation as a force which could influence at least one of the major powers. However, the League was fractious and often subject to petty internal rivalries. On the Advisory Council of the Babylon Station the League was represented by delegates from each member world, who as a group must come to a consensus to cast one vote on behalf of the entire League. In comparison, each of the other major powers were represented by a single individual with one vote; additionally, votes could be taken in the absence of the League representatives, which was not true for at least two of the major powers.
The League included the Abbai
, Brakiri, Cascor, Drazi, Gaim, Hyach, Ipsha, Llort, Lumati, Markab
, pak'ma'ra
, Vree, and Yolu.
After Babylon 5 declared independence, Captain Sheridan persuaded the League members to provide ships for the defense of Babylon 5; later, these and other League forces joined the Rangers and the Minbari
in the war against the Shadows. Sheridan declined their assistance during the Earth Alliance
civil war, insisting that their involvement (fighting against an anti-alien xenophobic movement) would do more harm than good.
The League eventually dissolved itself in late 2261, shortly after the end of the Earth Alliance
civil war, as its membership was transformed into the Interstellar Alliance
.
The League appears to be based on the Non-Aligned Movement
, which resembles the League in that in its moments of unity it often wields as much power as the Great Power
s in United Nations
votes.
Babylon 5
Babylon 5 is an American science fiction television series created, produced and largely written by J. Michael Straczynski. The show centers on a space station named Babylon 5: a focal point for politics, diplomacy, and conflict during the years 2257–2262...
universe.
The League of Non-Aligned Worlds was a loose confederation of independent worlds and minor species, most of whom had endured subjugation under the Centauri Republic at its height. Each member species was self-governing, but they formed an economic alliance, political negotiating bloc, and at times of need a voluntary military alliance. The League of Non-Aligned Worlds was created to maintain a united front against a possible Centauri resurgence and protection from the expanding Narn Regime. The League's charter took on new meaning with the rise of the Dilgar
Dilgar
The Dilgar War is a fictional war that forms part of the back story of the science fiction television series Babylon 5.-Background:Until the early 23rd Century the mighty Centauri Republic controlled a vast empire. When the Centauri became decadent and corrupt their empire began to decline and the...
, who launched a massive war of conquest and genocide against all neighbors. The League resisted but was nearly overwhelmed, until the Earth Alliance
Earth Alliance (Babylon 5)
The Earth Alliance is the name of a fictional alliance of the nations of Earth and off-world colonies in the television series Babylon 5. The transition of Earth government from a democratic, elected government to an authoritarian, militaristic one and back to a democracy again is a major theme of...
agreed to aid the League and helped drive back the Dilgar.
As a result, the League cemented its reputation as a force which could influence at least one of the major powers. However, the League was fractious and often subject to petty internal rivalries. On the Advisory Council of the Babylon Station the League was represented by delegates from each member world, who as a group must come to a consensus to cast one vote on behalf of the entire League. In comparison, each of the other major powers were represented by a single individual with one vote; additionally, votes could be taken in the absence of the League representatives, which was not true for at least two of the major powers.
The League included the Abbai
Civilizations in Babylon 5
This article discusses fictional civilizations on the science-fiction television show Babylon 5.As the Babylon station was conceived as a political and cultural meeting place one of the show's many themes is the cultural and social interaction between civilizations...
, Brakiri, Cascor, Drazi, Gaim, Hyach, Ipsha, Llort, Lumati, Markab
Markab
Markab can refer to*the following stars Markab can refer to*the following stars Markab can refer to*the following stars (the name derives from Arabic مركب, markab meaning "something to ride" [or "vehicle", "saddle", "boat", etc...
, pak'ma'ra
Pak'ma'ra
The pak'ma'ra are a fictional race of aliens in the Babylon 5 universe. They do not feature heavily in any storylines, partly on the pretext that other species avoid them because they are, for religious reasons, dedicated carrion eaters.Humanoid in form, the pak'ma'ra have tentacles around a mouth...
, Vree, and Yolu.
After Babylon 5 declared independence, Captain Sheridan persuaded the League members to provide ships for the defense of Babylon 5; later, these and other League forces joined the Rangers and the Minbari
Minbari
The Minbari are a fictional alien race featured in the television show Babylon 5. The Minbari characters of Delenn and Lennier figure prominently throughout the series; Neroon, Draal, and Dukhat are less prominent Minbari characters....
in the war against the Shadows. Sheridan declined their assistance during the Earth Alliance
Earth Alliance (Babylon 5)
The Earth Alliance is the name of a fictional alliance of the nations of Earth and off-world colonies in the television series Babylon 5. The transition of Earth government from a democratic, elected government to an authoritarian, militaristic one and back to a democracy again is a major theme of...
civil war, insisting that their involvement (fighting against an anti-alien xenophobic movement) would do more harm than good.
The League eventually dissolved itself in late 2261, shortly after the end of the Earth Alliance
Earth Alliance (Babylon 5)
The Earth Alliance is the name of a fictional alliance of the nations of Earth and off-world colonies in the television series Babylon 5. The transition of Earth government from a democratic, elected government to an authoritarian, militaristic one and back to a democracy again is a major theme of...
civil war, as its membership was transformed into the Interstellar Alliance
Interstellar Alliance (Babylon 5)
The Interstellar Alliance is a fictional interstellar government of civilizations in the Babylon 5 universe.Formed in 2261 AD in the aftermath of the liberation of Earth and the Shadow War, the Interstellar Alliance was formed between the Minbari, Narn, Centauri, the Earth Alliance and the...
.
The League appears to be based on the Non-Aligned Movement
Non-Aligned Movement
The Non-Aligned Movement is a group of states considering themselves not aligned formally with or against any major power bloc. As of 2011, the movement had 120 members and 17 observer countries...
, which resembles the League in that in its moments of unity it often wields as much power as the Great Power
Great power
A great power is a nation or state that has the ability to exert its influence on a global scale. Great powers characteristically possess military and economic strength and diplomatic and cultural influence which may cause small powers to consider the opinions of great powers before taking actions...
s in United Nations
United Nations
The United Nations is an international organization whose stated aims are facilitating cooperation in international law, international security, economic development, social progress, human rights, and achievement of world peace...
votes.