Galactic Empire

The Galactic Empire was a fascist government that ruled the galaxy from 19 BBY until 4 ABY.

The Galactic Empire used propaganda and military force to ensure the galaxy’s citizens remained loyal to the order. The Empire was governed by the Imperial Senate until 0 BBY and then the Imperial Ruling Council took control after. The head of state was the Galactic Emperor, who was also the Sith Master, while the Grand Vizier was the head of government. The capital was Coruscant.

The Empire fought the Rebel Alliance in the Galactic Civil War for six years until the Alliance won a decisive victory at the Battle of Endor. The Empire returned in the form of the First Order.

Appearances

 * Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
 * Star Wars: A New Hope (First appearance)
 * Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
 * Star Wars: Return of the Jedi