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National Day - February 16th (Lithuania)
National Day of Lithuania, also known as the Day of the Restoration of the State of Lithuania, is celebrated on February 16th. It commemorates the signing of the Act of Independence of Lithuania in 1918, which declared Lithuania an independent republic after being under various foreign occupations for over a century.
The Act of Independence
The Act of Independence of Lithuania was signed by the Council of Lithuania in Vilnius on February 16, 1918. This declaration asserted Lithuania's right to self-determination and laid the foundation for the modern Lithuanian state. The signing was a culmination of efforts to restore Lithuania's independence, which had been lost over centuries.
National Festivities
February 16th is a public holiday in Lithuania, marked by various celebrations and events across the country. These often include flag-raising ceremonies, parades, concerts, and cultural performances. People reflect on the significance of the Act of Independence and the history of their nation's struggle for freedom.