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Unity Day

Unity Day, February 22. usually on February 22, but dates may vary. Celebrates cooperation among Arab nations.

Uruguay

The Eastern Republic of Uruguay is a country in South America.

Independence Day, August 25. Independence from Brazil was declared on this day in 1825.
Artigas Day, June 19. Celebrates the birthday of General José Gervasio Artigas (b.1764), forefather of Uruguay.
Battle of Las Piedras, May 18. Anniversary of the end of the conflict between Uruguay and Brazil in 1828.
Constitution Day, July 18. Commemorates the constitution of 1951 which set up a collegiate form of government.
Landing of the 33 Patriots Day, April 19. Anniversary of the landing of thirty-three exiles in 1825, who then began a campaign leading to Uruguay's independence.

Public holidays   New Year's Day, Epiphany, Landing of the 33 Patriots Day, Labor Day (May 1), Battle of Las Piedras, Artigas Day, Constitution Day, Independence Day, Columbus Day, All Souls' Day, Blessing of the Waters (Dec 8), Christmas.

Uzbekistan

The Republic of Uzbekistan is one of the former republics of the USSR. It is a predominantly Islamic nation located in central Asia.

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