Georgia Independence Day is an
annual public holiday in Georgia that is observed on 26 May. It honours the
26th May 1918 adoption of the Act of Independence. The Democratic Republic of
Georgia was established on this day in the aftermath of the Russian Revolution
of 1917.
History of Georgia Independence Day
26th May
marks a very important day in the history of Georgia. Georgia carries a long
and rich history, dating back to the 6th century BC. The country has been
overrun and occupied by many different empires over the centuries.
Georgia was
annexed by the Russian Empire in the 19th century and its independence journey
started with the Russian Revolution in 1917. The revolution began to oppose
widespread corruption, growing dissatisfaction among people and the
monarchy.
It began on
March 8, 1917, which was during the First World War, and lasted for a few
years. After this revolution on this day in 1918, Georgia declared
independence.
However,
this independence didn’t last long as Georgia was again invaded by the Soviet
Russian army in 1921 and had to incorporate into the newly formed Soviet
Socialist Republics.
Forwarding
70 years later, in April 1991 the Soviet Union collapsed and Georgia regained
independence.
This is why
May 26 continued to be Independence Day and April 9 was declared as the Day of
National Unity, Civic Concordance, and Remembrance. Both days are
celebrated as national holidays.
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