Historical Holiday
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Late Summer Bank Holiday (Gibraltar)
The Late Summer Bank Holiday in Gibraltar marks the end of the summer season and offers residents a final long weekend for rest and recreation before autumn begins. It provides time for families to relax, travel or enjoy outdoor events during Gibraltar's warm late-summer days.
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Constitution Day (Slovakia)
Constitution Day in Slovakia commemorates the adoption of the Slovak Constitution in 1992, a pivotal step toward independence from Czechoslovakia. It remains a key national holiday, symbolizing sovereignty, democracy and the rights of Slovak citizens.
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Labour Day (Bermuda)
Labour Day in Bermuda honors the contributions of Bermudian workers and the nation’s trade union movement. Established in 1982, the holiday recognizes the struggles and achievements that shaped fair labor practices, improved working conditions, and strengthened social progress. The day serves as a moment of unity, celebrating the dignity of work, the importance of solidarity and the enduring role of Bermudian workers in building a just and prosperous society.
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Independence Day (Brazil)
Independence Day in Brazil marks the country's declaration of independence from Portugal in 1822. Known as Sete de Setembro, the day commemorates Prince Dom Pedro's historic cry of "Independence or Death!" along the banks of the Ipiranga River in São Paulo. The holiday stands as a proud expression of Brazilian unity, freedom and national identity, honoring the nation's journey toward sovereignty and democracy.
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Gibraltar National Day
Gibraltar National Day marks the anniversary of the 1967 sovereignty referendum, when Gibraltarians voted overwhelmingly to remain under British sovereignty rather than join Spain. The day is a powerful expression of Gibraltar’s identity, unity and self-determination. National Day reflects the pride and resilience of the Gibraltarian people, honoring their right to decide their own future and celebrating their close ties to the United Kingdom.
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Independence Day (Mexico)
Independence Day in Mexico commemorates the start of Mexico's struggle for independence from Spanish rule in 1810. It is one of Mexico's most important and festive national holidays, symbolizing the country's enduring spirit of liberty and independence.
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May Day in Northern Territory
May Day in Northern Territory, Australia is a public holiday that honours the achievements of workers and the labour movement, particularly the establishment of the eight-hour workday. May Day, also Labour Day, is observed on different dates across Australian states and territories.
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Tishreen Liberation Day
Tishreen Liberation Day commemorates the start of the October War in 1973, also known internationally as the Yom Kippur War or the Ramadan War, when Syria and Egypt launched a coordinated military offensive against Israel to reclaim territories lost in the 1967 Six-Day War.
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Independence Day (Antigua and Barbuda)
Independence Day in Antigua and Barbuda commemorates the moment in 1981 when Antigua and Barbuda achieved full independence from the United Kingdom, becoming a sovereign nation within the Commonwealth. The celebration typically includes ceremonial flag-raisings, a national parade, cultural exhibitions and family festivities, honouring both the historical journey to independence and the continued spirit of nationhood.