I Started An Embassy

Last week we established a micronation in a 12 foot circle around a flatiron statue. Today, that micronation has established it's first embassy!

Embassies have a long and intricate history, dating back to ancient civilizations. The concept of diplomatic missions can be traced to ancient Egypt, where envoys were dispatched to negotiate treaties and alliances. In ancient Greece and Rome, diplomacy became more structured, with envoys sent to establish and maintain political and trade relationships.

The modern concept of embassies began to take shape in Renaissance Europe. Italian city-states like Venice, Florence, and Milan established permanent missions in foreign capitals, marking the transition from temporary envoys to permanent diplomatic representatives. This change was driven by the need for continuous dialogue and negotiation amidst the complex and often volatile political landscape of the time.

Embassies serve several crucial functions. Firstly, they facilitate diplomatic communication between the home country and the host nation, helping to manage political relations and resolve conflicts. Embassies also play a vital role in promoting economic ties, such as trade and investment, and in protecting the interests of their home country's citizens abroad. This includes providing consular services like visa issuance, assisting in legal matters, and offering support during emergencies.

Moreover, embassies contribute to cultural exchange and mutual understanding by promoting their home country's culture, values, and policies. They organize cultural events, educational programs, and other initiatives that foster goodwill and cooperation.

In the context of international law, embassies and their staff are granted special privileges and immunities under the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations (1961). This convention ensures that diplomats can perform their duties without fear of coercion or harassment by the host country. It also grants embassies extraterritorial status, meaning they are considered part of the territory of the home country.

[mrdoublejayg]

10 years later Iron Land becomes the only superpower without a single war.

[somethingzs]

Now we need Ironland's ambassador to
the United Nations

[pinkbelgianwaffle]

Holy cow. I live in Sevierville and drive past both the Dolly statue and the Bush factory nearly every day. Will definitely be coming to check out the embassy soon! Thanks for this 😂

[letsgetsomejustdance]

Come on, we’re so close to be a recognized country

[arrowbliss]

Someone call that Max Fosh guy, this seems right up his street

[ghostviper]

This lore is gonna be like that small quest that give an entire history on an entire small country that existed that one time, in America . Lie or that’s literally the video title and this dude is gonna be the hook to set off a video that will detail it’s conception it building and soon enough it’s small but still helpful role in the war to come.

[maxis_scott_engie_maximov_jr]

This 'joke" is going so far and I love it

[lokilogan]

our country is progressing so quickly, I'm so proud!

[xecutiongaming]

Now you need a school, post office, and city hall, plus other things to begin working on IronTown

[CapSlaps_]

I was not expecting the city I live in to have this embassy. Pretty frickin' cool ngl

[SioPlaysSnes]

I would like to establish an embassy in my library at school, and use this to teach about micronations.

[UncleRick]

I think we should have a ironland pledge of allegiance so i think this makes a pretty good one

I pledge my loyalty to Iron Land,
A realm of strength and unity,
Encompassed by our noble iron statue.
Within these twelve feet, we stand together,
Bound by honor, respect, and unwavering resolve.

May the iron that surrounds us fortify our spirit,
And may our dedication to Iron Land never waver.
I commit to uphold the values of our micronation,
To protect its sanctity, and to honor its legacy.

For Iron Land, I stand steadfast,
In solidarity and pride,
Today, tomorrow, and forevermore

[Hikari-xjdp]

I am a diplomat from Gurkistan in germany i hope our nations can Form a good relationship.

[aflacproductions]

I’m so glad that google maps finally recognizes our country around the flat iron. Soon so will the whole world!

[DFHellscare]

you can even call the fence around your new embassy the Iron Curtain!

[rising_rads.for]

I live in Ireland is it ok if I make an ironland embassy in Ireland?

[theraven]

Local government: "I am inevitable"
This guy: "and I... am Ironland"

[duvox]

We need Max Fosh to open the embassy. That would be the collab of the century.

[Blinkydog]

I love that it’s official too on Google Maps!!

[aka.crystal]

Nooo😭 I was quite literally just on vacation in Sevierville two weeks ago! Such a missed opportunity 💔