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Robert E. Lee's Birthday
Robert E. Lee's Birthday is a commemorative day honoring General Robert E. Lee (1807–1870), a Confederate general during the American Civil War. This day recognizes Lee's leadership, military skill, and post-war contributions.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday in the United States that honors the civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. The holiday was established to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Martin Luther King Jr. to the American civil rights movement.
Mrs. Rosa L. Parks Day in California
Mrs. Rosa L. Parks Day is observed on different dates depending on the state. In some states like California and Missouri, it is observed on February 4, which is Parks’ birthday, while in others like Ohio and Alabama, it is celebrated on December 1, which is the anniversary of her arrest.
Preseren Day Slovenia
Preseren Day is to honor the death of France Prešeren, Slovenia’s national poet. It has since become the country’s most important cultural holiday, celebrating literature and national identity, and is still observed today as a key symbol of Slovenian pride.
Lincoln's Birthday
Lincoln's Birthday is an annual observance in the United States that honors the birth of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, who was born on February 12, 1809.
Washington's Birthday
Washington's Birthday is a federal holiday officially designated to honor George Washington, the first President of the United States. It has become popularly known as Presidents' Day and is often used to celebrate the lives and achievements of all U.S. presidents.
Daisy Gatson Bates Day
Daisy Gatson Bates Day is a state holiday in Arkansas in honor of Daisy Gatson Bates, a civil rights activist and writer. Bates played a significant role in the African American civil rights movement, particularly during the integration of Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1957.
Thomas Jefferson's Birthday
Thomas Jefferson's Birthday is marking the birth of one of America’s Founding Fathers, Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809.
Louis Riel Day
Louis Riel Day is a statutory holiday celebrated in Manitoba. It honors the life and legacy of Louis Riel, a Métis leader and founder of Manitoba, recognized for his pivotal role in advocating for the rights of Métis people and shaping Canadian Confederation.
Robert Gabriel Mugabe National Youth Day
Robert Gabriel Mugabe National Youth Day is a public holiday in Zimbabwe, commemorating the birthday of the nation's founding leader, Robert Mugabe. Established in 2017 following Mugabe's resignation, the day honors his contributions to Zimbabwe's independence and his emphasis on youth empowerment and education.
Father Lini Day
Father Lini Day is a national public holiday in Vanuatu. It commemorates the death of Father Walter Lini, who is widely regarded as the father of Vanuatu’s independence and served as its first Prime Minister after the nation gained sovereignty in 1980.
International Women's Day (Sierra Leone)
International Women’s Day in Sierra Leone is both a celebration and a call to action, honoring women’s achievements while raising awareness about ongoing struggles for equality, rights and empowerment.