Martyrs' Day (Albania) Explained

Holiday Name:Martyrs' Day
Type:National
Observedby:Albania
Scheduling:same day each year
Date:5 May
Duration:1 day
Frequency:Annual

Martyrs' Day (Albanian: Dita e dëshmorve) is an Albanian holiday observed annually on May 5 for the remembrance of those who died for Albanian liberation during World War 2. The date was chosen for its significance as the anniversary of the assassination of Qemal Stafa by Italian fascists in 1942.[1] His death became a symbol of anti-fascism and Albanian liberation.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: AnydayGuide . Martyrs' Day in Albania / May 5, 2022 . 2022-11-28 . AnydayGuide . en-GB.
  2. Web site: Muci . Nora . Politicians attend Martyr's Day Ceremony in honor of war fallen Euronews Albania . 2022-11-28 . en-US.