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Happy Independence Day Peru!!! Here are 24 facts to celebrate this incredible nation. Peruâs Independence Day or Fiestas Patrias is celebrated on July 28. Peruvian independence was first declared in 1821 by the Argentine liberator, General JosÃ© de San MartÃ­n but absolute independence was not actually gained until 1824.
Alaska, Hawaii, Oregon and South Dakota have officially replaced Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day, as have cities like Denver, Phoenix and Los Angeles. When Is Columbus Day? Columbus Day was originally observed every October 12, but was changed to the second Monday in October beginning in 1971. In some parts of the United States, Columbus Day has evolved into a celebration of Italian-American heritage. Local groups host parades and street fairs featuring colorful costumes, music and Italian food.