New Republic Founding

A republic rises from the ashes of empire, enforced by former rebels.

Following the collapse of the Galactic Empire, the New Republic was founded as the galaxy's next attempt at democratic governance. Enforced by the former Rebel Alliance reorganized into the New Republic Military, this new state sought to establish order after years of tyranny. The consolidation of the New Republic is depicted in The Mandalorian, showing its efforts to wipe out remaining Imperial forces across the stars.

Quick Facts

Predecessor: Galactic Empire

Lore & Background

The New Republic emerged directly from the Rebel Alliance, which reorganized its military structure into the New Republic Military. In the timeline presented in The Mandalorian, the New Republic actively consolidated its power, focusing on hunting down scattered remnants of Imperial forces that refused to surrender or flee.

Reader's Guide

The founding of the New Republic followed the end of the Galactic Empire. Its military arm was formed from the Rebel Alliance, creating the New Republic Military. The primary goal during this phase was the consolidation of power and the removal of Imperial remnants. As shown in Star Wars: The Mandalorian, these efforts were eventually overwhelmed by a new threat: the First Order. Under the direction of Supreme Leader Snoke, the First Order destroyed the New Republic, as depicted in Star Wars: The Force Awakens.