Anniversary of the Election of Pope Francis

The Anniversary of the Election of Pope Francis commemorates the day in 2013 when Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina was elected as the 266th pope of the Roman Catholic Church, becoming the first pope from the Americas, the first Jesuit pope, and the first to take the name Francis.

San Jacinto Day

San Jacinto Day is a Texas state holiday to commemorate the Battle of San Jacinto in 1836, a pivotal event during the Texas Revolution. This decisive victory over Mexican forces led to Texas gaining independence from Mexico and the establishment of the Republic of Texas.

Carabobo Battle

The Battle of Carabobo (Spanish: Batalla de Carabobo) was a decisive military engagement fought on June 24, 1821, during the Venezuelan War of Independence. It marked a turning point in the struggle against Spanish colonial rule and paved the way for the complete liberation of Caracas and the rest of Venezuela.

Arbor Day

Arbor Day is a holiday dedicated to planting and caring for trees, celebrated annually in many countries around the world. Its name comes from the Latin word arbor, meaning tree. The day highlights the importance of trees for the environment, ecosystems, and communities.