Carolyn Shelby
| Carolyn Shelby | |
|---|---|
| Carolyn I | |
 Queen Carolyn in 2011 | |
| Queen of Ladonia | |
| Reign | 2 June 2011 - present |
| Predecessor | Ywonne I Jarl |
| Born | Carolyn Shelby United States of America |
Carolyn Shelby[1][2] is an American micronationalist, notable for serving as the Queen and head of state of the Royal Republic of Ladonia.[3]. Her reign began on June 2, 2011, following the election by the Cabinet of Ministers of Ladonia, succeeding Ywonne I Jarl.[4][5][6]
Early Life and Personal Background[edit]
Carolyn Shelby was born in the United States in 1976. According to Ladonia's official website, she resides in the United States and is a mother to three children. Details of her early life and education, which might have influenced her later involvement in micronationalism, are not extensively documented.
Reign as Queen of Ladonia[edit]
Shelby ascended to the throne as Carolyn I of Ladonia on June 2, 2011. Her coronation was held on September 19, 2011, at Nimis, the iconic structure in Ladonia.[7] As Queen, Shelby's role encompasses the duties of a constitutional monarch. She works alongside the Cabinet of Ministers, playing a pivotal role in representing and governing the micronation.[7]
Under her leadership, Ladonia has seen significant developments, particularly in its digital infrastructure and international relations. Shelby has been instrumental in creating a more accessible digital presence for Ladonia, including establishing social media accounts and revamping the official website. Her commitment to Ladonia's cultural preservation and the promotion of free speech and artistic expression is a hallmark of her reign.
Under Queen Carolyn's leadership, "Ladonia" was successfully registered as a trademark in Sweden and in the European Union in last 2022 and mid-2023, respectively.[8]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ↑ "The country that became a 'micronation capital'". BBC. 19 April 2022. Retrieved 8 October 2022.
- ↑ Balke, Fred (2021-10-11). "Drottningen av Ladonien: "Vår plikt att röra oss framåt"" [Queen of Ladonia: "Our duty to move forward"]. Dagens Nyheter (in Swedish). Stockholm. Retrieved 2021-10-11.CS1 maint: Unrecognized language (link)
- ↑ "Leaders of 3 Unrecognized Nations Share Why They Formed Their Self-Proclaimed States". LX News. 7 July 2022. Retrieved 8 October 2022.
- ↑ "The Queen of Ladonia - Ladonia". ladonia.org. Retrieved 8 October 2022.
- ↑ "This Country With Over 18,000 Citizens Is Literally Just A Pile Of Sticks". daily meal. 8 September 2017. Retrieved 8 October 2022.
- ↑ "Micronaciones hechas en casa: ¿cómo empezar tu propio país?". Algoritmomag (in español). 8 September 2017. Retrieved 8 October 2022.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 "The Queen of Ladonia - The Ladonian Monarchy". Ladonia. Retrieved 9 November 2022.
- ↑ "Ladonia Trademark Registration". European Union Intellectual Property Office. Retrieved 21 January 2024.
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