The project began in 1958 as a "scream for freedom" and a technical challenge. Rosa designed a unique system of nine hollow steel pylons that were floated into place and then anchored into the seabed. : The structure was finalized in 1967.
: A piece from Richard Wagner’s The Flying Dutchman was selected as the national anthem. Conflict and Demolition Rose Island
To legitimize its claim as a state, Rose Island adopted several formal national attributes: The project began in 1958 as a "scream
: The "nation" issued its own stamps, which were used by visiting tourists and remain collector's items today. : A piece from Richard Wagner’s The Flying
: Rosa declared himself President and proclaimed independence on May 1, 1968 . National Identity and Symbols
: It featured a restaurant, bar, nightclub, souvenir shop, and a post office.
: Esperanto was chosen to emphasize its international, utopian identity.