The Republic of Korea celebrates its Liberation Day, also known as Gwangbokjeol, on August 15. On this day, Korea gained independence from Japan in 1945. Gwangbokjeol means ‘The Day the Light Returned.’
The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea also celebrates Liberation Day on August 15. Referred to as Chogukhaebang'il (Liberation of the Fatherland Day), the country celebrates Korea’s liberation from Japanese rule in 1945.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo declared independence from French colonial rule on August 15, 1960, marking the end of 80 years of foreign rule. The country celebrates August 15 as Congolese National Day.
The island nation situated in the Persian Gulf gained independence from British rule on August 15, 1971. It officially observes Independence Day on August 15. It also celebrates its National Day on December 16.
One of the smallest and wealthiest countries in the world, Liechtenstein gained Independence from German rule in 1866. The country celebrates its National Day marking its sovereignty and identity on August 15 every year.
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