Wester Ross Island declares Independency
18 May 2010
Well, Scotland might not have become independent as yet - but "Dry Island" in Wester Ross has declared itself as an independent micronation!
The new kingdom, which covers a full 2 acres of island, has its own customs - currency - a population that covers four people and one Jack Russell - and its own website. Have a look at www.islonia.com for more details.
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