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The Conch Republic is a micronation declared as a tongue-in-cheek protest secession of the city of Key West from the United States on April 23, 1982. It has been maintained as a tourism booster for the city since.
Although the Conch Republic is not, and never was, a real secessionist movement, many in Key West continue to identify with the concerns that motivated the original protest against what they view as an "unresponsive" central government taking action without considering
* Conch Republic is at coordinates 24°33′33″N 81°47′03″W / 24.559166°N 81.784031°W / 24.559166; -81.784031 (Conch Republic)Coordinates: 24°33′33″N 81°47′03″W / 24.559166°N 81.784031°W / 24.559166; -81.784031 (Conch Republic)
The location where the Conch Republic Seafood Company® is now located has it's own interesting history. In the 1890's "sponging" had grown to employ hundreds in Key West, both with the fleet and at jobs ashore. Our present day docks have long ago replaced the large, wide
The Conch Republic is a micro nation created as a tongue-in-cheek protest secession of the city of Key West from the United States on April 23, 1982. While the protest that inspired its creation, and those that have
Although the Conch Republic is not, and never was, a genuine secessionist movement, large numbers of Key West folks continue to relate to the concerns that motivated the original rally against what they view as an "unresponsive" central U.S. government taking action
The Conch Republic Telegraph is a place where anyone from anywhere can talk about The Florida Keys and Key West, chat with people who live there and with people who wish that they live there. Find out who's
The Conch Republic is a great place for tourists on vacation and for families who love to travel. It has fabulous hotels, wonderful restaurants, fantastic events, great beaches and world class fishing. The Conch Republic has something for everyone
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Conch Republic had captured the popular imagination. The Conch Republic Independence Celebration will begin with a kickoff party at the Schooner Wharf Bar in Key West's Historic Seaport. Food, fun, music and a traditional conch shell-blowing contest will be among
Republic Naval Parade and Great Battle for the Conch Republic is sponsored by the republic's flagship schooner Wolf. The good-spirited battle pits the Conch Republic Navy against the reviled federal forces, with weapons ranging from water cannons to sponges to flying Cuban bread and vegetables
Our namesake, the “ Conch Republic” was born in 1982, as a result of a callous disregard of the rights of the US citizens residing in the Florida Keys, by the Federal government. A task force of
be warned, the Conch Republic is not for the timid and faint-of-heart. The Conch Republic is for the young and young-at-heart, wanting to let their inner-Parrothead/Pirate/Landshark, etc... come out to play. So keep a weather eye open mates, and hold on tight. Thar be squalls
Thus, the plucky little Conch Republic was born. Amazingly, the United States government, although they immediately removed the roadblock, never bothered to react to the secession. They never sent even the littlest letter informing the Mayor that they objected to the secession, or "..
In 1993, the Conch Republic had existed without an official passport for about six years. The last one that had been printed was kind of tricky with things like Sex YES , check box if Keys Diseased, check
that the Conch Republic was not invited, and besides, we were Florida and the US; not a country. We faxed Mr. Almasov a letter explaining that we were, indeed, a country under international law governing "adverse possession" between sovereign nations. We explained that the
kind of humor we found funny in the Conch Republic", and that we had no intention of making fun of the Summit; and only wished to spread our message of "humor, and respect." Mr. Lawrence wrote back applauding "humor and respect", and told us he
Conch Republic gave me the only really great laughs I had during the Summit...I love you guys!" "Would you like to join our Tiny Islands Nation; says I. "Get a passport...?" It would be an honor... We take his picture, he fills out the passport
news item that the Conch Republic was about to be invaded by the 478th Civil Affairs Battalion of the United States Army Reserve. After conch-tacting the news director at WPIK to confirm the rumor, this Office called Prime Minister Dennis Wardlow to inform him of the
At 10 AM the Armed Forces of the Conch Republic were placed on full alert subsequent to conch-sultation with the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, Admiral Wilhelmina Harvey. WOZN (the Ozone) radio was briefed as the official Emergency Broadcast station of the Conch
Conch Republic history, indeed, but 1993 was not yet over. The U.S. government was yet to provide us with even greater opportunities to shine our light. The latter part of the year saw two shutdowns of the United States government over budget issues
"KEY WEST - The Conch Republic, "America’s Own Little Country", is pleased to announced that it is unaffected by the U.S. Government’s partial shutdown; and that anyone needing a passport can apply for a Conch Republic Passport (overnight service available) through the Office of the Secretary General.
The Conch Republic is a micronation created as a tongue-in-cheek "secession" from the United States by some residents and local government representatives of Key West on 23 April, 1982, and maintained as a tourist promotion ever since.
occasion, the Conch Republic has since focused on tourism, due to the significant publicity generated during the original protests. The group celebrates Independence Day every April 23 as part of a week-long festival of activities. The organization is a key tourism
The Conch Republic has opened two consulates, one in France and the other in Finland. The Conch Republic government sells passports on its website, offering citizenship to all comers regardless of residency, as well as (more expensive) passports for diplomats
* The Conch Republic is a key location in several volumes of the Dallas Barr series of Science Fiction comics, in which it gains true independence in 2075.
In response to recent news that a takeover of the Conch Republic is eminent, the King of the Conch Republic has issued an official statement. Read more... Best Selling Souvenirs =
Conch Republic Kids is committed to promoting family tourism and quality services in The Florida Keys and Key West by creating high definition vacation videos that stream on the internet.In entertaining short video episodes, Conch Republic Kids shows you the
The 1st Conch Republic Artillery is a component of the Army of The Conch Republic. The unit is garrisoned at CR Army HQ, Fort Taylor. While the complete weaponry list remains classified, forces wishing to test the mettle of the Republic's artillery will face a 3-inch
our forces are victorious! The 1st Conch Republic Artillery remains vigilant throughout the year fulfilling its mission to protect the Republic against all enemies - animate or inanimate. Click here to view the Conch Republic Artillery in action during the
Conch Republic Accommodations is committed to promoting quality travel and lodging in The Florida Keys and Key West through video programs shot in high definition and streaming live over the internet. With entertaining, short video episodes, Conch Republic Accommodations
The Conch Republic National Park Service has extended a helping hand to these tiny deer with the establishment of the Conch Republic National Key Deer Refuge in 2008. The sole mission of this newly-formed wildlife refuge is to give voice to the plight of these
The Conch Republic Deed is suitable for framing and is printed on fine parchment. Signed by the Secretary of the Conch Republic and Conch Republic Seal, it is personalized with the name of your choice. These
* Dinner at the Conch Republic Seafood Company® is far more than just fine cuisine. It's a lesson in history and marine biology in a spacious waterfront setting where the atmosphere is
Legal Statement- Gay Conch Republic Corporation is a dba registered with the Florida Secretary of State belonging to Blue Planet Offices, Inc. The Gay Conch Republic Passport is conducted in cooperation with and licensed by Conch Republic Passport Control, Inc. the Hon. Sir
The festival's oldest and most famous event, the Conch Republic Red Ribbon Race, is to take place April 26. Photo by Mike Hollar/Florida Keys News Bureau The festival's oldest and most famous event, the Conch Republic Red Ribbon Race, is to take place April 26. Photo by Mike Hollar/Florida Keys News Bureau
KEY WEST, Florida Keys — The Conch Republic never received the billion dollars in foreign aid its officials requested from the U.S. government after its 1982 secession from the mother country. Nevertheless the republic, also known as Key West and the Florida
Conch Republic Dining is committed to promoting tourism and quality dining in The Florida Keys and Key West through videos shot in High Definition video and streaming live over the internet. In entertaining short video episodes, Conch Republic Dining shows you
Conch Republic Fishing is committed to promoting quality fishing travel in The Florida Keys and Key West. Informative, entertaining, video episodes are presented by Conch Republic Fishing to provide you the latest and most exclusive news
resorts and spas, Conch Republic Fishing has reviews and fishing videos as well as direct contact information for all. Begin your travel plans search by watching the five Chamber of Commerce videos and then on to the hundreds of other informative venues.
Northernmost Territory of the Conch Republic, which is the Channel 5 Bridge (Mile Marker 72) to the Dade County line on the 18 mile stretch. Our first festival pursued was a celebration of the historical 1982 event, which birthed the name "Conch Republic". Our
The Conch Republic is located on the docks, so many tables have great views of the water. They offer a nice selection of mixed drinks that aren't the over-sugary garbage that you are likely to be served on Duval Street
is what Conch Republic is most famous for. Their motto goes something like "to get it any fresher, you'd have to catch it yourself." I belive that slogan 100%. This was definitely the best seafood I ever had. The atmosphere is great as well
The Conch republic is on the waterfront and has fresh fish on display to buy (even a barracuta, didn't know you could buy those to eat). It has a casual outdoorsy classic seafood ambiance. The prices are about
Send Photo to a FriendConch Republic is one of those places that makes a great attempt to capitalize on its name and logos. Don't get me wrong here. The restaurant is not bad at all. Its just nothing out of the ordinary.
The Conch Republic (also known as Key West and the Florida Keys) was founded in 1982 when the U.S. Border Patrol set up a checkpoint at the Last Chance Saloon in Florida City. A seventeen mile traffic jam immediately ensued as the Border Patrol
the foreign aid!) Thus, the plucky little Conch Republic was born. History of the Conch Republic Navy Immediately following the formation of the Conch Republic, the Conch Navy was set up and Wilhemina Harvey was appointed Admiral and First Sea Lord of the Conch Republic
(which serves as the Flagship of the Conch Republic) decided it was time to recreate the Great Sea Battle. With the support of the Coast Guard Group Key West, the Office of the Secretary General and Schooner Wharf Bar; the re-enactment of the colorful Great Sea Battle is held
The Conch Republic was founded on April 23rd, 1982 when the United States Border Patrol shut down the Florida Keys with a border checkpoint north of Key Largo. After failing to obtain relief in Federal Court, then Mayor and First Prime Minister, Dennis Wardlow
This Conch Republic Rum Dark 80@ 100l is great for showing how thoughtful you can be. When you buy spirits for the important people in your life, trust our featured online stores to provide you with the best service and quality
Conch Republic Fishing is committed to promoting fishing tourism and quality angler services to those who plan to travel to The Florida Keys and Key West by creating high definition sport fishing and travel related info videos that steam live on the internet
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