This week we delve into the weird and fascinating story of the Conch Republic. This micronation seceded from the United States in 1982. From its humorous origins as a protest to a US Border Patrol checkpoint to its ongoing legacy as a quirky tourist destination, we explore the colorful history of this unique self-proclaimed nation in Key West, Florida.

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Sources for this episode:

https://www.cmemeeting.org/cme-conferences-florida/a-brief-history-of-the-conch-republic

https://conchrepublic.com/our-founding-in-1982/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conch_Republic