Heroes' Day
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Heroes' Day or National Heroes' Day may refer to a number of commemorations of national heroes in different countries. It is often held on the birthday of a national hero or heroine, or the anniversary of their great deeds that made them heroes.
[edit] Heroes' Day in Andorra
This holiday, celebrated in the small, western European country of Andorra, honors the approximately 1.200 soldiers that fought on the side of the Allies during World War II. Andorra was supported by the British and Free French.
Every year, Andorrans gather in the town square to not only celebrate their World War II heroes, but also the annual harvest. This celebration also serves as an effective way to pass down through the generations the rich and vibrant history of Andorra, the elder generation using oral and visual methods to retell the history that the text books leave out. Often, a pole is erected in the center of the town square and the citizens dance around it, much like a maypole in other nations. This gathering also gives the townspeople a chance to compete with each other in various ways, such as baking the largest or most opulent pastry, or owning the largest livestock or vegetable. Such rivalry can sometimes lead to violent disputes, but is usually lighthearted and solely for fun.
Heroes' Day is held on the 8th of September to coincide with National Day.
[edit] Heroes' Day in Cape Verde
Heroes' Day is a public holiday in Cape Verde on January 20.
[edit] National Heroes' Day in Barbados
National Heroes' Day is a public holiday in Barbados on April 28.
[edit] National Heroes Day in Sri Lanka
National Heroes Day in Sri Lanka is held on May 22.
[edit] National Heroes' Day in Jamaica
National Heroes' Day is a public holiday in Jamaica on the third Monday in October.
[edit] Heroes' Day in Mozambique
Heroes' Day is a public holiday in Mozambique on February 3.
[edit] National Heroes' Day in the Philippines
National Heroes' Day (Araw ng mga Bayani) is a public holiday in the Philippines on the last Sunday of August, which is August 27 in 2006.
[edit] National Heroes Day in Saint Kitts and Nevis
National Heroes Day in Saint Kitts and Nevis takes place on September 16, the birthday of the national hero Robert Bradshaw.
[edit] National Heroes Day in Angola
National Heroes Day in Angola is a holiday in Angola on September 17, the birthday of the national hero Agostinho Neto.
