Gala, once a prosperous and aesthetically pleasing world, was governed by the Beju-Tallah dynasty. Its location wasn't too far from Phindar.
The planet's indigenous population, the Galacians, were comprised of three warring factions: the city people, the sea people, and the hill people. Following the demise of King Cana, Queen Veda recognized the weakening state of the monarchy and the public's desire for democratic voting. Consequently, she conceded and organized an election in 44 BBY. Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi were dispatched to ensure the elections proceeded without issue. They successfully disrupted a scheme by Lonnag Giba, the Council of Ministers' leader, to unlawfully take power. Wila Prammi was then chosen as the first Governor.
The Galan starfighters were utilized by the planet's defense forces. One such fighter was presented to Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan. During the period of the Clone Wars, the world existed within the territory controlled by the Separatist faction.