Independence Day in the United States, also known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. On this day, the thirteen American colonies declared themselves independent from the British Empire. It's a day of significant historical importance and is celebrated with various activities across the country.

Unity Day in Zambia is a national public holiday immediately following Heroes’ Day. The holiday promotes national unity and peace, reinforcing the idea of Zambia as "One Zambia, One Nation".

Territory Day in Wallis and Futuna commemorates the day in 1961 when Wallis and Futuna officially became an overseas territory of France, establishing its current political status within the French Republic.

Independence Day marks the country's independence from joint British and French colonial rule in 1980. Formerly known as the New Hebrides, Vanuatu became a sovereign nation with Father Walter Lini as its first Prime Minister.