Directory Entry
Conch Republic Military Forces (Key West)
Record grades describe the original compilation. Each channel has separate verification fields; missing evidence is shown explicitly. The compilation date is not a channel verification date.
| Country / Area | Key West, Florida, USA |
|---|---|
| Channel Type | Tongue-in-cheek secession (since 1982) |
| Record grade | A Confirmed by multiple sources |
| Legal Status | Seceded 1982 (as a joke)Surrendered the same minute |
| Languages | EN |
| Website | conchrepublic.comHosts the annual Independence Celebration press releases Channel verification: Not independently reviewed
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| Battlefield | Key West Historic SeaportThe Great Sea Battle (vs. US Coast Guard): water cannons, Cuban bread and conch fritters Channel verification: Not independently reviewed
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| Notes | The 44th Independence Celebration ran April 17–26, 2026, with the 43rd Great Sea Battle and a Surrender Ceremony & Victory Party at Schooner Wharf Bar. |
Sources
- https://conchrepublic.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/GEN-Press-Release-CRIC-2026-FINAL-3-23.pdf
- https://keysweekly.com/42/in-pictures-conch-republic-conquers-coast-guard-in-great-sea-battle/
- https://www.keywesttourist.com/festivals-events/44th-annual-conch-republic-independence-celebration-2026-key-west/
Note: All channels above are taken from public reporting and may be outdated or spoofed. Verify independently and consult legal counsel.