Functioning But Non-sanctioned Territories
These "territories" had actual, functioning governments (recognized or not):
- Cimarron Territory
- State of Deseret
- State of Frankland / Franklin 1784
- Jefferson Territory
- Long Republic
- Nataqua Territory
- Trans-Oconee Republic
Read more about this topic: Historic Regions Of The United States
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