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World’s smallest country is up for sale |
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Written by Administrator
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Wednesday, 10 January 2007 |
Sealand, standing on an abandoned World War II anti-aircraft platform is up for sale.
Prince Michael, the son of retired army Maj. Paddy Roy Bates, confirmed on Monday that he is entertaining proposals from interested buyers of Sealand, considered the world’s smallest country.
Located 7 miles off the east cost of England and originally built in World War II to resist German bomber, retired army Major Paddy Roy Bates took over the platform 40 years ago and declared it to be the principality of Sealand complete with a flag, national anthem, minted silver and gold coins.
Maj. Bates, now 85, lives in Spain. The family is now considering offers from estate agents with clients who are interested in putting up business activities in Sealand.
Michael is confident that Sealand, which has eight rooms in each tower, is a good place for offshore banking or on-line gambling. He described the place as having a good sea view and tranquil neighborhood.
Ma. Roma C. Agsalud
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