Democracy and National Unity Day is a national public holiday in Turkey. It commemorates the defeat of the 2016 attempted coup d’état and honors the civilians and soldiers who lost their lives resisting the putsch. The day is marked by patriotic ceremonies and a strong emphasis on the importance of democracy and national unity.

Victory Day is a state holiday in Rhode Island. It commemorates the victory of Allied forces over Japan during World War II, marking the end of the war in the Pacific and the broader conclusion of World War II.

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.

Victory Day is a major national holiday in Turkey that commemorates the decisive victory in the Battle of Dumlupınar in 1922, a key battle in the Turkish War of Independence. This victory marked the final defeat of occupying Greek forces and laid the foundation for the Republic of Turkey, which was established the following year in 1923.

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

Castile and León Day commemorates the 1521 Battle of Villalar and the memory of the Comuneros, who fought for liberties against royal centralization. Today it is both a regional holiday and cultural festival, centered in Villalar de los Comuneros.

Labour Day, also known as International Workers’ Day or May Day, is celebrated in Tajikistan every year. This holiday honors the contributions and rights of workers, and its roots in Tajikistan are deeply tied to the country’s Soviet past and the global labor movement.