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5/15/10

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This picture is from 'Republic Day' 2009. The town of Whangamomona declared itself a republic and celebrates every other year. Read more here.




2 comments:

  1. Great picture and story. People should click on the "Read more here" link. I copied the list of presidents or Whangmomona from the Wikipedia article and pasted it here:

    Ian Kjestrup (1989-1999)
    After being put on the ballot without his knowledge, he became the first elected President. Served 10 years

    Billy Gumboot the Goat (1999-2001)
    First elected animal. He won election by eating the other challengers ballots. He died in office after serving for 18 months.

    Tai the Poodle (2003-2004)
    Tai retired after an assassination attempt left him a nervous wreck.

    Murt "Murtle the Turtle" Kennard (2005-present)
    The local garage owner fought off strong competition from former president Kjestrup and a cross-dresser called "Miriam" to become the 4th President. He was re-elected in 2009 by one vote.

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