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'''MicroCon 2017''' was a gathering of leaders and representatives of [[micronation]]s in Atlanta, Georgia. It was the second such conference to occur under the [[MicroCon]] banner, the first having been [[MicroCon 2015]] in Anaheim, California. Delegations from 26 different countries attended the event, which lasted from 23 - 25 June 2017. The conference was co-hosted by the [[Kingdom of Ruritania]] and the [[Republic of Molossia]]. Photographer [[Matt Roth]] was on hand to take photos as was a film crew from Vice Television. | '''MicroCon 2017''' was a gathering of leaders and representatives of [[micronation]]s in Atlanta, Georgia. It was the second such conference to occur under the [[MicroCon]] banner, the first having been [[MicroCon 2015]] in Anaheim, California. Delegations from 26 different countries attended the event, which lasted from 23 - 25 June 2017. The conference was co-hosted by the [[Kingdom of Ruritania]] and the [[Republic of Molossia]]. Photographer [[Matt Roth]] was on hand to take photos as was a film crew from Vice Television. | ||
The nations represented at MicroCon 2017 were: [[Kingdom of Ruritania]], [[Republic of Molossia]], Grand Duchy of [[Westarctica]], [[Principality of Aigues-Mortes]], | The nations represented at MicroCon 2017 were: [[Kingdom of Ruritania]], [[Republic of Molossia]], Grand Duchy of [[Westarctica]], [[Principality of Aigues-Mortes]], [[Slabovia|Empire of Slabovia]], Republic of West Who, House of Homestead, Republic of St. Castin, Aerican Empire, Ambulatory Free States of Obsidia, State of Sandus, Commonwealth of Boshka, Kingdom of Jupiter and Greater Territories, [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis]], Kingdom of Amethonia, [[Republic of Saugeais]], Republic of Theodia, Kingdom of Briarcliff, Mountain Empire of Frankland, the Star Kingdom, the Kingdom of Edan, Republic of Incrementis and the Kingdom of Talossa. | ||
==Pre-conference reception== | ==Pre-conference reception== | ||
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|'''Topic''' | |'''Topic''' | ||
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|{{flagiconstart|Flag of Ruritania.jpg}} Ruritania | |{{flagiconstart|Flag of Ruritania.jpg}} [[Kingdom of Ruritania|Ruritania]] | ||
|Grand Duchess Julianna | |Grand Duchess Julianna | ||
|"How To Sustain A Micronation" | |"How To Sustain A Micronation" | ||
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|"Mental Condition of Emperor Norton" | |"Mental Condition of Emperor Norton" | ||
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|{{flagiconstart|Flag of Aigues-Mortes.jpg}} Aigues-Mortes | |{{flagiconstart|Flag of Aigues-Mortes.jpg}} [[Principality of Aigues-Mortes|Aigues-Mortes]] | ||
|Prince Jean-Pierre | |Prince Jean-Pierre | ||
|"Alternative Citizenship" | |"Alternative Citizenship" | ||
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|"The Need For Non-Territorial States" | |"The Need For Non-Territorial States" | ||
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|{{flagiconstart|Flag of Flandrensis.png}} Flandrensis | |{{flagiconstart|Flag of Flandrensis.png}} [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]] | ||
|Baron Omar Cisneros | |Baron Omar Cisneros | ||
|“Hobby Micronationalism In The 21st Century” | |“Hobby Micronationalism In The 21st Century” | ||
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|"Micronational Postal Systems" | |"Micronational Postal Systems" | ||
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|{{flagiconstart|Flag of Molossia.png}} Molossia | |{{flagiconstart|Flag of Molossia.png}} [[Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] | ||
|[[President Kevin Baugh]] | |[[President Kevin Baugh]] | ||
|"Keeping It Real - Real Life, Real Activities and Real Places in Micronationalism" | |"Keeping It Real - Real Life, Real Activities and Real Places in Micronationalism" | ||
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|"Breaking Borders; Art States and Social Impact" | |"Breaking Borders; Art States and Social Impact" | ||
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|{{flagiconstart|Flag of Molossia.png}} Molossia | |{{flagiconstart|Flag of Molossia.png}} [[Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] | ||
|First Lady [[Adrianne Baugh]] | |First Lady [[Adrianne Baugh]] | ||
|"Women in Micronations: Starting Your Own or Supporting Your Dictator Husband" | |"Women in Micronations: Starting Your Own or Supporting Your Dictator Husband" | ||
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|{{flagiconstart|Flag of Slabovia.jpg}} Slabovia | |{{flagiconstart|Flag of Slabovia.jpg}} [[Slabovia|Empire of Slabovia]] | ||
|[[King George II of Slabovia|King George II]] | |[[King George II of Slabovia|King George II]] | ||
|"How To Apply To Host A MicroCon" | |"How To Apply To Host A MicroCon" | ||
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Attendees arrived at Maggiano's Little Italy restaurant in the Perimeter Mall at 7:30 PM, dressed in their finery for an evening of dining and hobnobbing. The four course meal was served "family style" and consisted of salad, appetizers, entrees, and dessert. Westarctica's delegation arrived after the salad course had begun and was seated beside delegates from [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]] and the Star Kingdom. Grand Duke Travis utilized this seating arrangement as an opportunity to further solidify diplomatic ties with Flandrensis as well as discussing blockchain and cryptocurrencies with the King of the Star Kingdom. | Attendees arrived at Maggiano's Little Italy restaurant in the Perimeter Mall at 7:30 PM, dressed in their finery for an evening of dining and hobnobbing. The four course meal was served "family style" and consisted of salad, appetizers, entrees, and dessert. Westarctica's delegation arrived after the salad course had begun and was seated beside delegates from [[Grand Duchy of Flandrensis|Flandrensis]] and the Star Kingdom. Grand Duke Travis utilized this seating arrangement as an opportunity to further solidify diplomatic ties with Flandrensis as well as discussing blockchain and cryptocurrencies with the King of the Star Kingdom. | ||
After a magnificent dinner, awards were presented by various micronational leaders to their peers and associates. Among the presenters were [[Grand Duke Travis]] of [[Westarctica]], the Prince and Princess of [[Principality of Aigues-Mortes|Aigues-Mortes]], | After a magnificent dinner, awards were presented by various micronational leaders to their peers and associates. Among the presenters were [[Grand Duke Travis]] of [[Westarctica]], the Prince and Princess of [[Principality of Aigues-Mortes|Aigues-Mortes]], the [[King George II of Slabovia|King of Slabovia]], the [[President Kevin Baugh|President]] and [[Adrianne Baugh|First Lady]] of [[Republic of Molossia|Molossia]], and Prince Arthur of [[House of Homestead|Homestead]]. Several delegates also made toasts and speeches in praise of [[Queen Anastasia of Ruritania|Queen Anastasia]] for organizing such an excellent event. | ||
At the conclusion of the awards ceremony, the photographers in attendance asked the delegates to assemble on the outdoor patio for a large group photo. While the group was getting into position, a drunken patron of the restaurant attempted to crash through the patio. Management quickly apprehended the offender and as she was removed from the premises, she unleashed a profanity-laced tirade that included calling the respected delegates "those weirdos!" In response, Portia Lianne, the Secretary of Housing from the Commonwealth of Boshka, defended the delegates by shouting: "You're a disgusting, ''vile'' woman!" The drunken lout then staggered off into the night and the gala continued without further molestations. | At the conclusion of the awards ceremony, the photographers in attendance asked the delegates to assemble on the outdoor patio for a large group photo. While the group was getting into position, a drunken patron of the restaurant attempted to crash through the patio. Management quickly apprehended the offender and as she was removed from the premises, she unleashed a profanity-laced tirade that included calling the respected delegates "those weirdos!" In response, Portia Lianne, the Secretary of Housing from the Commonwealth of Boshka, defended the delegates by shouting: "You're a disgusting, ''vile'' woman!" The drunken lout then staggered off into the night and the gala continued without further molestations. | ||
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==Micronational Bowling Tournament== | ==Micronational Bowling Tournament== | ||
[[File:Jean-Bowling Westarctica.jpg|thumb|350px|The Westarctica national team with the Aigues-Mortes national team]] | [[File:Jean-Bowling Westarctica.jpg|thumb|350px|The Westarctica national team with the Aigues-Mortes national team]] | ||
On 25 June, the day after the conference, Ruritania organized a Micronational Bowling Tournament. Participants broke into joint teams and bowled their best. Bowlers with the top four scores were presented with large trophies in the form of great cups of victory. Although the Ruritanian national team thoroughly dominated the tournament, Constable Lexi Baugh of [[Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and | On 25 June, the day after the conference, Ruritania organized a Micronational Bowling Tournament. Participants broke into joint teams and bowled their best. Bowlers with the top four scores were presented with large trophies in the form of great cups of victory. Although the Ruritanian national team thoroughly dominated the tournament, Constable Lexi Baugh of [[Republic of Molossia|Molossia]] and Grand Duke Travis placed third and fourth, respectively. | ||
==Post-conference activities== | ==Post-conference activities== | ||