August 13, 2024

SAURAV PANDEY

5 Countries Celebrating Independence Day on August 15 Alongside India

India

India celebrates Independence Day on August 15, but other countries do as well.

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Here are five countries besides India that celebrate their Independence on August 15.

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South Korea

South Korea observes "Restoration of Light Day" (Gwangbokjeol), celebrating the end of Japanese rule in 1945.

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North Korea

North Korea also celebrates "Liberation Day" (Gwangbokjeol) on August 15, marking the end of Japanese colonial rule in 1945.

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Republic of the Congo

The Republic of the Congo marks its independence from France on August 15, 1960.

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Bahrain

Bahrain gained independence from Britain on August 15, 1971, although it celebrates National Day on December 16.

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Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein's National Day is on August 15, which also coincides with the Feast of the Assumption in the Catholic Church.

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