Battle of Las Piedras Day

The Battle of Las Piedras Day in Uruguay commemorates the Battle of Las Piedras, a key victory in 1811 by Uruguayan patriots, led by General José Gervasio Artigas, over Spanish colonial forces. This battle is widely regarded as the first major military success in Uruguay’s struggle for independence.

Bennington Battle Day

Bennington Battle Day is a state holiday in Vermont. This day commemorates the American victory at the Battle of Bennington during the Revolutionary War, a crucial turning point that contributed significantly to the eventual American success in the war.

Yorktown Victory Day

Yorktown Victory Day commemorates the decisive victory at the Battle of Yorktown, which was the last major battle of the American Revolutionary War.