Seward's Day
Seward's Day commemorates a pivotal moment in American history when the United States acquired Alaska from Russia, shaping the nation's geopolitical and economic future. This state holiday, celebrated in Alaska, honors William H. Seward, the U.S. Secretary of State who negotiated the Alaska Purchase.
Cesar Chavez Day
Cesar Chavez Day is a U.S. federal commemorative holiday celebrated annually on March 31. It honors the life and legacy of Cesar Chavez, a civil rights leader and labor activist who co-founded the United Farm Workers (UFW).
Transfer Day (US Virgin Islands)
Transfer Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands commemorates the transfer of the islands from Denmark to the United States in 1917, marking a major historical turning point for the territory.
Landing of the 33 Patriots Day
Landing of the 33 Patriots Day is a national holiday in Uruguay. It commemorates the landing of a revolutionary group known as the Thirty-Three Patriots in 1825, which marked the beginning of Uruguay's struggle for independence from Brazil.
Hung Kings Commemoration
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.
May Day in Northern Territory
May Day in Northern Territory, Australia is a public holiday that honours the achievements of workers and the labour movement, particularly the establishment of the eight-hour workday. May Day, also Labour Day, is observed on different dates across Australian states and territories.