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{{Short description|American micronationalist}}

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| predecessor = Ywonne I Jarl
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| birth_name = Carolyn Shelby
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'''Carolyn Shelby'''<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20220407-the-country-that-became-a-micronation-capital|title=The country that became a 'micronation capital'|newspaper=BBC|access-date=8 October 2022|date=19 April 2022|language=en}}</ref> is an American [[micronation]]alist, notable for serving as the Queen and head of state of the [[Ladonia (micronation)|Royal Republic of Ladonia]].<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.lx.com/community/leaders-of-3-micronations-share-why-they-formed-their-new-self-proclaimed-states/55280/|title=Leaders of 3 Unrecognized Nations Share Why They Formed Their Self-Proclaimed States|newspaper=LX News|access-date=8 October 2022|date=7 July 2022|language=en}}</ref>. Her reign began on June 2, 2011, following the election by the Cabinet of Ministers of Ladonia, succeeding Ywonne I Jarl.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ladonia.org/monarchy/queen/|title=The Queen of Ladonia - Ladonia|website=ladonia.org|access-date=8 October 2022}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.thedailymeal.com/travel/country-over-18000-citizens-literally-just-pile-sticks|title=This Country With Over 18,000 Citizens Is Literally Just A Pile Of Sticks|newspaper=daily meal|access-date=8 October 2022|date=8 September 2017|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://algoritmomag.com/micronaciones-hechas-en-casa-como-empezar-tu-propio-pais/|title=Micronaciones hechas en casa: ¿cómo empezar tu propio país?|newspaper=Algoritmomag|access-date=8 October 2022|date=8 September 2017|language=es}}</ref>

==Early Life and Personal Background==
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==
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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.<ref name=queen>{{cite web |title=The Queen of Ladonia - The Ladonian Monarchy |url=https://www.ladonia.org/monarchy/queen/ |website=Ladonia |access-date=9 November 2022}}</ref> 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.<ref name=queen/>

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.

==Legacy and Impact==
Queen Carolyn's tenure is marked by her active participation in the micronational community. She has been recognized for her contributions and has received several honors and awards from various micronations. Her election to the Micronational Hall of Excellence in 2023 highlights her significant impact within this unique sphere.

==See also==
*[[Ladonia (micronation)]]
*[[Micronation]]

==References==
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==External links==
* [https://www.ladonia.org/ Official website of Ladonia]
* [https://www.ladonia.org/monarchy/queen/ Queen of Ladonia]

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