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By Ariela Ross posted in Graphics on 03-10-2009
Eight countries celebrate their freedom during the month of October. Join us as we pay a little tribute by recognizing these global Independence Days and providing a visual element of how artists interpret what represents the country.
An independence day is “a civil holiday for the celebration of the anniversary of the beginnings of national independence.” [source: merriam-webster] Not every nation has an official independence day, but instead observes another holiday nationally that serves as a day focused around patriotism and unity. Some countries’ dates of independence (or even status of being a sovereign nation) are still contested. In this post, we will go with what is officially accepted as so.
For each nation, you will find the date of its independence day aside the name. The top image (under the country’s name) is the current official flag. Beneath them are graphics that designers felt bring out the essence of their people.
If you have any additions of your own, please feel free to leave word in the comment section below.
Cyprus – October 1st
Nigeria – October 1st
Lesotho – October 4th
Croatia – October 8th
Fiji – October 10th
Azerbaijan – October 18th
Zambia – October 24th
Czech Republic – October 28th
