National Freedom Day

United States
National Freedom Day
Holiday Date
02-01-2024
02-01-2025
02-01-2026
Rule
February 1
Calendar Day of year
February 1

About Freedom Day

Freedom Day has different meanings in different countries but is always celebrating freedom from something or commemorating events in the nation. 

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National Freedom Day celebrates the anniversary of the resolution to end slavery. Abraham Lincoln signed the resolution which proposed the 13th amendment on February 1, 1865. This day marked the beginning of Freedom for all Americans, and that occasion is what we celebrate today.

Observance Type
Noteworthy
Category
Historical & Remembrance
Tolerance & Equality