17th September 1859: Joshua Norton declares himself Norton I, Emperor of the United States | HistoryPod

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17th September 2019

17th September 1859: Joshua Norton declares himself Norton I, Emperor of the United States

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The San Francisco Bulletin printed his decree in full, sparking media interest that led to him becoming a celebrity in the city.

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