Conch Republic Navy

Conch Republic Navy The Conch Republic Navy was created when the Schooner WESTERN UNION attacked the US Coast Guard Cutter DILIGENCE in Key West Harbor on April 23rd, 1982.

Today the Conch Republic boasts the world’s last all privateer, mainly sail propelled navy. In addition to the Flagships WOLF and WESTERN UNION, other vessels which have served under the Conch Republic battle flag include the schooners APPLEDORE, LIBERTY, LIBERTY CLIPPER, REEF CHIEF, ISLAND BELLE, HINDU, and DRUMMER as well as the sloops HIGH TIDE, PUFFIN, and EN CAVALE, the ketch CONCH WEST and the ex Navy PT 728.

04/25/2026
04/25/2026

When your Rotary meeting ends… but your Conch Republic duty begins 🎖️😀

Tevis Wernicoff and President David Burke out enjoying The Conch Republic Independence Celebration and the legendary Great Sea Battle reenactment.

And we have to say—seeing that Rotary pin front and center on Tevis’s uniform? That’s pretty great 💙

04/25/2026

YO HO HO… it’s time for a PIRATES’ BALL at Schooner Wharf Bar 🍻⚓️

Get ready to swashbuckle your way into one of the most legendary nights of the Conch Republic Celebration!

🗓 Saturday, April 25th
🕖 7PM
📍 Schooner Wharf Bar the Official Party Headquarters!

⚔️ Daring swordfighting & live performances by the Conch Republic Privateers
🎶 Live music by Scallywagz Band
📸 Snap a pic with the grog-laden pirate crew
🏴‍☠️ Pirates’ Costume Contest – prizes for:
• Best Buccaneer
• Best W***h
• Best Buster
…and more surprises!

🍹 Incredible prizes & local experiences up for grabs this is one party you don’t want to miss!

Gather your crew, dress the part, and come ready for a night of song, swordplay, and a little pirate mischief…

⚓️ We seceded where others failed… now let’s celebrate like true Conchs!

04/25/2026

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202 William Street
Key West, FL
33040

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(305) 923-0443

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