It is our Imperial wish that a monument be erected to our memory, and that it be a true representation of our Imperial self.
Self-declared Emperor of the United States
Reported statement to a citizen
circa 1870s
Found in 1 providers: grok
Cross Reference
1 source
"We, Norton I, Emperor of these United States and Protector of Mexico, do hereby command the citizens of San Francisco, to erect a suspension bridge from Oakland Point to this city."
Humorous"At the peremptory request of a large majority of the citizens of these United States, I, Joshua Norton, formerly of Algoa Bay, Cape of Good Hope, and now for the past 9 years and 10 months of San Fran…"
Controversial"We do hereby declare the state of California to be an independent kingdom, under our Imperial rule."
Strange & Unusual"We dissolve the United States Congress due to gross incompetence."
Strange & Unusual"We do hereby command the citizens of San Francisco to pay unto us, their Emperor, such taxes as we may deem necessary for the support of our Imperial government."
HumorousPremium quality, printed on demand. Ships worldwide.
Don't see what you're looking for? Email us for custom products
