Liberation Day refers to the day marking the liberation of a place from occupation or a regime. Different countries celebrate Liberation Day on various dates depending on their specific historical events. Here are some examples of Liberation Day dates in different countries:
- Netherlands: May 5 (liberated from Nazi occupation in 1945)
- Czech Republic, Denmark, Norway, and Slovakia: May 8 (liberation from Nazi Germany in 1945)
- France: August 25 (liberation from Nazi Germany in 1944)
- Italy: April 25 (victory of the Italian resistance in 1945)
- North Korea and South Korea: August 15 (liberation from Japan in 1945)
- Afghanistan: February 15 (Soviet withdrawal in 1989)
- Bangladesh: December 16 (liberation from Pakistan in 1971)
- Falkland Islands: June 14 (liberation from Argentina in 1982)
- India (Goa only): December 19 (liberation from Portugal in 1961)
There are many more Liberation Days corresponding to the historical liberation events in each country.
The most commonly known Liberation Day celebrated in various European countries to mark the end of WWII and Nazi occupation is May 8th, often called Victory in Europe Day or Liberation Day, commemorating the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany in 1945.
If you have a specific country or place in mind, I can provide the exact date of its Liberation Day.
