'we therefore are the representatives of the free states of america , located initially in what was formerly yorke county in what was formerly montana , and we solemnly publish and declare that this territory is now a free and independent state , which is absolved of allegiance to the united states , with all political connection totally dissolved , and that as a free and independent state has full power to levy war , conclude peace , defend its land borders and its airspace , contract alliances , establish commerce , and to do all other things as all independent states may do . '