Galactic Empire

"In order to ensure our security and continuing stability, the Republic will be reorganized into the first Galactic Empire, for a safe and secure society!"

- Palpatine declares a new order

The Galactic Empire, also known as the New Order, was the government that rose to power in the aftermath of the Clone Wars, replacing the Galactic Republic. Central authority was given to Emperor Palpatine, who was also the Dark Lord of the Sith. For nearly two decades, the legislative body was the Imperial Senate, but it was dissolved by the Emperor shortly before the Battle of Yavin.

Appearances

 * Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith
 * Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith (novel)
 * Lords of the Sith
 * Tarkin
 * A New Dawn
 * Star Wars Rebels
 * Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope
 * Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope (novel)
 * Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
 * Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (novel)
 * Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi
 * Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi (novel)