Barzuna nationalism

Barzuna nationalism is a broad political movement advocating for either political autonomy, increased Barzuna rights or full independence of Barzonia (the traditional Barzuna homelands).

History
Barzuna nationalism only began to arise in the 1860s, despite centuries of the development of Barzuna culture. The lack of a single Barzuna people hindered their nationalism, but Carrington's attempts at ridding Brunant of Barzuna led them to find greater cohesion and form a separate identity. Autonomy within Brunant

Regional
Regional nationalism is the most widely supported stance among Barzuna, and Brunanters in general. This argues for increased liberties and protections for Barzuna within Brunant. The Partide Familia Barzuna is the main advocate for this; though they have no representation in the national level, they do have considerable influence in the Parish and regional sphere.

Autonomy
Autonomy within Brunant is another ideal supported by some Barzuna. This would consist of founding a separate Barzona parish, comprising Cape Cross, Brezonde and the surrounding region.

Independence
The independence movement is one of the least-supported and more difficult objectives to achieve. Independence movements were quite active in the 1930s onward. An independent Barzonia was viewed by most of the independencists as consisting of most of Cape Cross Parish and Carrington. The high number of non-Barzuna in Cape Cross has led them to advocate for an independent Barzuna in the north of the parish, isolating many from the south and Carrington.

In the late 1960s, violent means began to be undertaken in order to promote these ideals. The largest group is Barzona Libre, which kidnapped and killed people, and set off bombs in major cities in order to frighten people. Support for BL was high in the 60s and early 70s but has waned in light of their violent attacks, including the deadly 2003 Cape Cross bombing.

The Barzuna flag
The Barzuna people are represented by their flag. It consists of a black curved sword on a red background. The red represents blood and the sacrifices and difficulties faced by Barzuna and the sword represents the fight for recognition.

Notable Barzuna nationalists

 * Martin Campdegal (1893-1942): a soldier who planned a Barzuna insurrection against the Nazis. He was killed in 1942.
 * Sebastian Encines (born 1941): leader of Barzona Libre from 1962 to 1974. He was arrested in 1974 after the Ambroos Station bombing and remains in prison.
 * Maria Franza (born 1954): leader of the Partide Familia Barzuna since 2000 and an advocate for greater Barzuna rights.