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Alistair Hadrianus Bertrand, 5th Duke of Marza KBC KS FKI PC RIS (3 March 1814 – 17 June 1901), was a Vesperian soldier, statesman, and intellectual who was one of the leading figures in Vesperian society during the mid to late 19th century. Bertrand is largely remembered for his role in the swift modernization of the Vesperian military forces, the economy, and government, as well as his extensive role in creating the colonial power that became the Vesperian Empire, during the during the late Imperialism era. Unlike other members of his household, Bertrand is the only one to continued to be referred to by his royal title, the Duke of Marza.