Jun 05, 2018
Denmark National Day 2018
This Doodle’s Key Themes
June 5th offers several reasons to celebrate for all those living in Denmark. Not only is today Father’s Day for Danish dads, it’s also Denmark’s National Day. Grundlovsdag—literally “basic law day”—is a national holiday celebrating the monarchy’s agreement to share power with the people.
On this date in 1849, King Frederik 7 signed the Danish Constitution which marked the start of a democracy for Denmark. On the same day in 1953 the southernmost Scandinavian nation ratified an updated version of its Constitution.
Most businesses close early on this day, making way for outdoor celebrations and family picnics. This would be a good time to enjoy an open-faced smørrebrød sandwich on rye bread paired with a cold Hyldeblomstsaft.
Today’s Doodle features the fluttering flag of Denmark, with its white Nordic cross shifted to the left in a field of red—the same flag used by kings and seafaring vessels since the 14th century.
Glædelig Grundlovsdag, Denmark!
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