Jul 05, 2021
Algeria Independence Day 2021
This Doodle’s Key Themes
Today’s Doodle celebrates Algeria Independence Day, which was designated a national holiday two days after sovereignty was secured in 1962. Algeria Independence Day commemorates the unification and victory of the Algerian people following over 130 years of resistance of French colonialism .
The nation’s green and white striped flag, depicted in the Doodle artwork, flies as a symbol of freedom, from the capital of Algiers on the Mediterranean coast to cities across the vast expanses of the Saharan desert. Algerians from all walks of life attend the official annual parades, concerts, and cultural events. These celebrations highlight the strong undercurrent of cultural perseverance that is believed by many to be key in securing the nation’s independence.
Happy Independence Day, Algeria!
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