Almost every nation commemorates its formation, independence, or freedom on a specific day. Let's take a quick look at the Nordic independence days, with three of them falling in June! Each of these days are an important occasion for the Nordic countries, filled with national pride, celebrations, and reflections on their history and journey.
Danish Constitution Day
Date: June 5th
Name: Grundlovsdag
Significance: The signing of both the first constitution in 1849 and the current constitution in 1953.
Finnish Independence Day
Date: December 6th
Name: Itsenäisyyspäivä
Significance: Finland’s independence from Russia in 1917 after the Russian Revolution.
Icelandic National Day
Date: June 13th
Name: Þjóðhátíðardagurinn
Significance: The establishment of The Republic of Iceland on June 17, 1944, and marking the end of Iceland's longstanding connections with Denmark.
Norwegian Constitution Day
Date: May17th
Name: Syttende Mai
Significance: Signing of Norwegian constitution in 1814 when Norway declared itself an independent nation separate from Sweden.
Swedish National Day
Date: June 6th
Name: Sveriges Nationaldag
Significance: Gustav Vasa being elected king (June 6,1523) and the adoption of a new constitution (June 6,1809).
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