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SUMMARY:Karume Day
DESCRIPTION:Karume Day commemorates the assassination of Abeid Amani Karume\, the first President of Zanzibar and a founding father of Tanzania. It is a significant memorial holiday in Zanzibar\, honoring Karume's legacy as a revolutionary leader and unifier of the nation. \nWhen is Karume Day?\nKarume Day is observed each year on April 7. \nThe following is the list of Karume Day from 2020 to 2049. \n   \n\n                \n                \n                            \n                            \n                            \n                    \n        \n\n                                                        HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n        \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2020Tuesday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2021Wednesday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2022Thursday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2023Friday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2024Sunday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2025Monday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2026Tuesday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2027Wednesday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2028Friday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2029Saturday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2030Sunday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2031Monday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2032Wednesday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2033Thursday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2034Friday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2035Saturday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2036Monday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2037Tuesday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2038Wednesday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2039Thursday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2040Saturday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2041Sunday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2042Monday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2043Tuesday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2044Thursday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2045Friday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2046Saturday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2047Sunday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2048Tuesday        \n            \n            Karume DayApr 07\, 2049Wednesday        \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\nThe History of Karume Day?\nAbeid Amani Karume was born on August 4\, 1905\, in Zanzibar. He is the leader of the Afro-Shirazi Party (ASP)\, which represented the African majority in Zanzibar. \nAfter the Zanzibar Revolution of January 12\, 1964\, which overthrew the Arab Sultan\, Karume became President of the People's Republic of Zanzibar and Pemba. \nOn April 26\, 1964\, Karume co-signed the agreement with President Julius Nyerere of Tanganyika to create the United Republic of Tanzania. Karume became the First Vice President of the new nation while retaining his presidency in Zanzibar. \nOn April 7\, 1972\, Karume was shot and killed at the headquarters of the Afro-Shirazi Party in Zanzibar Town by gunmen believed to be political dissidents. His assassination shocked the nation and led to mass arrests\, suppression of opposition\, and increased centralization of power in Zanzibar. \nDespite the controversy surrounding the political climate of the time\, Karume's death is treated as a martyrdom for African nationalism and post-colonial governance. \nShortly after his assassination\, April 7 was declared "Karume Day" in Zanzibar to honor his memory and achievements.
URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/karume-day/
CATEGORIES:Leader,People
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SUMMARY:Hung Kings Commemoration
DESCRIPTION:Hung Kings Commemoration (Vietnamese: Giỗ Tổ Hùng Vương) is a national public holiday in Vietnam. It honors the legendary Hùng Kings\, the mythical founders of the Vietnamese nation\, and celebrates the country's deep cultural and historical roots. \nWhen is Hung Kings Commemoration?\nHung Kings Commemoration is observed annually on the 10th day of the 3rd lunar month. \nThe following is the list of Hung Kings Commemoration from 2020 to 2049. \n   \n\n                \n                \n                            \n                            \n                            \n                    \n        \n\n                                                        HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n        \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 02\, 2020Thursday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 21\, 2021Wednesday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 10\, 2022Sunday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 29\, 2023Saturday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 18\, 2024Thursday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 07\, 2025Monday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 26\, 2026Sunday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 16\, 2027Friday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 04\, 2028Tuesday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 23\, 2029Monday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 12\, 2030Friday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 01\, 2031Tuesday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 19\, 2032Monday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 09\, 2033Saturday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 28\, 2034Friday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 17\, 2035Tuesday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 06\, 2036Sunday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 25\, 2037Saturday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 14\, 2038Wednesday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 03\, 2039Sunday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 20\, 2040Friday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 10\, 2041Wednesday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 29\, 2042Tuesday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 19\, 2043Sunday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 07\, 2044Thursday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 26\, 2045Wednesday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 15\, 2046Sunday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 04\, 2047Thursday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 22\, 2048Wednesday        \n            \n            Hung Kings CommemorationApr 11\, 2049Sunday        \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\nThe History of Hung Kings Commemoration?\nThe Hung Kings are mythological rulers said to have founded the first Vietnamese kingdom\, Văn Lang\, over 4\,000 years ago. The dynasty began with Kinh Dương Vương\, followed by his son Lạc Long Quân\, and then Hung Vương I\, who established the Hung line. \nVietnamese legend says the Hung Kings were descendants of a dragon father and fairy mother\, the ancestral parents of the Vietnamese people. There are believed to have been 18 generations of Hung Kings\, who introduced wet rice cultivation\, bronze casting\, and early governance. \nThe Vietnamese people have honored their founding ancestors for centuries with local and regional ceremonies at temples. The ritual of offering incense to the Hung Kings dates back at least to the 15th century\, but likely even earlier during the Lý and Trần dynasties. \nIn 1917\, under French colonial rule\, King Khải Định of the Nguyễn Dynasty officially declared the 10th day of the 3rd lunar month as the annual date for honoring the Hung Kings. \nAfter independence\, the tradition was revived and maintained by the Vietnamese government as a symbol of national unity and identity. In 2007\, Hung Kings Commemoration was officially declared a national public holiday\, reaffirming the Hung Kings as cultural and spiritual founders of Vietnam. \nEach year\, hundreds of thousands of pilgrims honor the Hung Kings with offerings\, processions\, music\, and traditional rites.
URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/hung-kings-commemoration/
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SUMMARY:King's Day (Sint Maarten)
DESCRIPTION:King's Birthday in Sint Maarten is rooted in Dutch royal tradition dating back to 1885\, adapted over time with each monarch\, and since 2014 has been celebrated in honor of King Willem-Alexander. \nWhen is King's Day?\nKing's Day in Sint Maarten is celebrated every year on April 27.  \nThe following is the list of King's Day from 2020 to 2049. \n   \n\n                \n                \n                            \n                            \n                            \n                    \n        \n\n                                                        HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n        \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2020Monday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2021Tuesday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2022Wednesday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2023Thursday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2024Saturday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2025Sunday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2026Monday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2027Tuesday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2028Thursday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2029Friday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2030Saturday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2031Sunday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2032Tuesday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2033Wednesday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2034Thursday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2035Friday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2036Sunday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2037Monday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2038Tuesday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2039Wednesday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2040Friday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2041Saturday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2042Sunday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2043Monday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2044Wednesday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2045Thursday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2046Friday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2047Saturday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2048Monday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2049Tuesday        \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\nThe History of King's Day?\nThe holiday began in the Netherlands in 1885\, originally called Princess's Day\, in honor of Princess Wilhelmina's 5th birthday (August 31). \nIt became Queen's Day when Wilhelmina became queen in 1890\, and the tradition carried on with her successors\, Queen Juliana (April 30) and Queen Beatrix (who kept it on April 30 even though her birthday was in January). \nIn 2013\, when Queen Beatrix abdicated and her son Willem-Alexander became king\, the holiday shifted to April 27\, his birthday\, and was renamed King's Day. \nAs a constituent country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands\, Sint Maarten also observes the monarch's official birthday. \nThus\, since 2014\, King's Birthday has been celebrated annually on April 27 in Sint Maarten\, in line with the Netherlands.
URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/kings-day-sint-maarten/
CATEGORIES:Leader,People
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SUMMARY:King's Birthday (Netherlands)
DESCRIPTION:King's Birthday in the Netherlands\, known as Koningsdag\, is a day celebrated with massive orange-themed national festivities\, honoring King Willem-Alexander and Dutch unity. \nWhen is King's Day?\nKing's Day in Netherlands is celebrated every year on April 27.  \nThe following is the list of King's Day from 2020 to 2049. \n   \n\n                \n                \n                            \n                            \n                            \n                    \n        \n\n                                                        HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n        \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2020Monday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2021Tuesday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2022Wednesday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2023Thursday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2024Saturday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2025Sunday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2026Monday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2027Tuesday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2028Thursday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2029Friday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2030Saturday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2031Sunday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2032Tuesday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2033Wednesday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2034Thursday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2035Friday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2036Sunday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2037Monday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2038Tuesday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2039Wednesday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2040Friday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2041Saturday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2042Sunday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2043Monday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2044Wednesday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2045Thursday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2046Friday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2047Saturday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2048Monday        \n            \n            King's BirthdayApr 27\, 2049Tuesday        \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\nThe History of King's Day?\nThe tradition began in 1885 as Princess's Day (Prinsessedag)\, celebrated on August 31\, the birthday of Princess Wilhelmina. It was intended to promote national unity and pride during a time of political tension. \nIn 1890\, when Princess Wilhelmina became Queen Wilhelmina\, the holiday was renamed Queen's Day. It continued to be celebrated on her birthday\, August 31\, marked by parades\, decorations\, and community events. \nWhen Queen Juliana took the throne in 1948\, the date was moved to her birthday\, April 30. This became a beloved tradition\, often associated with spring celebrations. Under Queen Beatrix (1980–2013)\, the date of April 30 was retained out of respect for her mother\, Juliana. \nIn 2013\, Queen Beatrix abdicated in favor of her son\, King Willem-Alexander. The holiday was renamed Koningsdag (King's Day) and moved to his birthday\, April 27. If April 27 falls on a Sunday\, the holiday is observed on April 26.
URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/kings-birthday-netherlands/
CATEGORIES:Leader,People
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SUMMARY:Kenneth Kaunda Day
DESCRIPTION:Kenneth Kaunda Day is a national public holiday in Zambia\,  to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Kenneth David Kaunda\, the country's founding president. Established in 2021 following his passing\, the day commemorates his pivotal role in Zambia's independence and his enduring contributions to the nation's development. \nWhen is Kenneth Kaunda Day?\nKenneth Kaunda Day is observed annually on April 28. \nThe following is the list of Kenneth Kaunda Day from 2020 to 2049. \n   \n\n                \n                \n                            \n                            \n                            \n                    \n        \n\n                                                        HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n        \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2020Tuesday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2021Wednesday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2022Thursday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2023Friday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2024Sunday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2025Monday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2026Tuesday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2027Wednesday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2028Friday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2029Saturday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2030Sunday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2031Monday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2032Wednesday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2033Thursday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2034Friday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2035Saturday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2036Monday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2037Tuesday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2038Wednesday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2039Thursday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2040Saturday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2041Sunday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2042Monday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2043Tuesday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2044Thursday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2045Friday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2046Saturday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2047Sunday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2048Tuesday        \n            \n            Kenneth Kaunda DayApr 28\, 2049Wednesday        \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\nThe History of Kenneth Kaunda Day?\nBorn on April 28\, 1924\, in Chinsali\, Northern Rhodesia (now Zambia)\, Kenneth Kaunda emerged as a central figure in Zambia's struggle for independence from British colonial rule.  \nHe led the nation to independence in 1964 and served as its first president until 1991. Kaunda was renowned for his philosophy of "One Zambia\, One Nation"\, promoting unity and pan-African solidarity. \nFollowing Dr. Kaunda's death on June 17\, 2021\, at the age of 97\, the Zambian government declared April 28th as Kenneth Kaunda Day to honor his memory and contributions. The day was officially recognized as a public holiday in August 2021.
URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/kenneth-kaunda-day/
CATEGORIES:Leader
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SUMMARY:Shōwa Day (Japan)
DESCRIPTION:Shōwa Day honors the birthday of Emperor Shōwa (Hirohito)\, who reigned from 1926 to 1989. The day encourages reflection on Japan's journey through the Shōwa era\, a time of war\, recovery and remarkable growth. It marks the start of Golden Week\, one of Japan's longest holiday periods\, when people enjoy nature\, visit parks and contemplate the nation's history and resilience. \nWhen is Shōwa Day?\nShōwa Day in Japan is observed on April 29 each year. \nThe following is the list of Shōwa Day from 2020 to 2049. \n   \n\n                \n                \n                            \n                            \n                            \n                    \n        \n\n                                                        HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n        \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2020Wednesday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2021Thursday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2022Friday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2023Saturday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2024Monday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2025Tuesday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2026Wednesday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2027Thursday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2028Saturday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2029Sunday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2030Monday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2031Tuesday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2032Thursday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2033Friday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2034Saturday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2035Sunday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2036Tuesday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2037Wednesday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2038Thursday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2039Friday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2040Sunday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2041Monday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2042Tuesday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2043Wednesday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2044Friday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2045Saturday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2046Sunday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2047Monday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2048Wednesday        \n            \n            Showa DayApr 29\, 2049Thursday        \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\nThe History of Shōwa Day?\nShōwa Day marks the birthday of Emperor Shōwa (Hirohito)\, who reigned from 1926 to 1989\, one of the most eventful periods in modern Japanese history. The holiday is meant to encourage reflection on the Shōwa era\, which encompassed Japan's militarization\, World War II\, postwar recovery\, and emergence as an economic powerhouse. \nOriginally\, April 29 was observed as Emperor's Birthday during Emperor Shōwa's lifetime. After his death in 1989 and the start of the Heisei era\, the day was renamed Greenery Day (Midori no Hi) in 1989 to honor the Emperor's love of nature\, while avoiding direct political or wartime associations. \nHowever\, in 2007\, Japan officially reinstated April 29 as Shōwa Day\, with Greenery Day moved to May 4. The purpose of the change was to encourage the Japanese people to look back thoughtfully on the Shōwa period and learn from its lessons\, both its hardships and its achievements. \nToday\, Shōwa Day marks the beginning of Golden Week\, a series of national holidays that provide time for relaxation\, travel\, and reflection. Many citizens visit Showa Kinen Park in Tokyo or participate in cultural and historical events that honor the resilience and transformation of Japan during the Shōwa era.
URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/showa-day-japan/
CATEGORIES:Leader
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