Victory Day (Malta)
| Victory Day | |
|---|---|
.JPG) The Victory Day Monument | |
| Also called |
Il-Vittorja Il-Bambina |
| Observed by | Malta |
| Significance | In remembrance of the victories in the Sieges of Malta of 1565, 1800 and 1943. |
| Date | 8 September |
| Next time | 8 September 2015 |
| Frequency | annual |
Statue of the Nativity of Mary at Senglea
Victory Day, 8 September, is a national holiday in Malta. It is locally known as il-Vitorja (the Victory) and il-Bambina (Baby Mary). It marks the following events:
- The victory of the Great Siege by the Knights of St. John against the Turks of 1565.
- The rebellion against the French troops in Malta ended in those days in September 1800
- Italy surrendered during World War II in 1943, and turned against its former German ally.
The day is also connected to the Nativity of Mary, and in fact feasts are celebrated in Xagħra, Naxxar, Senglea, and Mellieħa on the day.
The traditional regatta featuring boat races in the Grand Harbour is also held on Victory Day.[1]
References
- ↑ "Traditional Rowing (run by Kalkara Regatta Club)". University of Malta. Retrieved 7 September 2014.
See also
- Victory Day in other countries