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In 1992, following independence from the Soviet Union, an error in the new constitution of Estonia led to Torgu being left out. In response, the area's 500 inhabitants decided to form their own kingdo (en.wikipedia.org)
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Journalist and activist Kirill Teiter became its first monarch. The following year, the error was corrected and Torgu officially became part of Estonia. Nevertheless, the kingdom's flag and coat of arms can still be seen in the parish.

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An article about Torgu Kingdom (Estonian): https://et.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torgu_Kuningriik

A video about it (English): https://www.tiktok.com/@fredorockwell/video/7281968043712859425