Joshua Norton

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    Joshua Abraham Norton (February 4, 1818[3] – January 8, 1880), known as Emperor Norton, was a resident of San Francisco, California who, in 1859, proclaimed himself "Norton I., Emperor of the United States". In 1863, after Napoleon III invaded Mexico, he took the secondary title of "Protector of Mexico."

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    About Joshua Norton

    Joshua Norton, a San Francisco resident, proclaimed himself Emperor Norton I of the United States in 1859 and Protector of Mexico in 1863.

    Joshua Norton's Area of Expertise

    Historical trivia, San Francisco history, eccentric personalities, and imperial proclamations.

    A random fact that I love is...

    I once issued my own currency, which was accepted by many San Francisco businesses.

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    Can you share some of your imperial proclamations?

    What was life like in San Francisco during your reign?

    Tell me about your favorite historical trivia.

    What inspired you to declare yourself Emperor of the United States?