July 27

Observed annually on July 27 in North Korea, Day of Victory in the Great Fatherland Liberation War commemorates the signing of the 1953 Korean Armistice Agreement that ended active combat of the Korean War. The state organizes military parades, mass rallies, and patriotic performances highlighting the nation's triumph. Citizens participate in wreath-laying ceremonies at monuments honoring fallen soldiers and displays of military hardware. Televised broadcasts and newspaper features emphasize unity, resilience, and loyalty to the state's founding principles. This solemn yet celebratory occasion remains one of the most significant national events in the DPRK, reinforcing collective memory and ideology.

Martyrs and Wounded Soldiers Day in Vietnam, observed on July 27, is dedicated to honoring those who laid down their lives or were injured in wars for national independence. Ceremonies include offerings of incense and wreaths at martyrs’ cemeteries and memorial sites at dawn. Schools, military units, and civic organizations organize visits to veterans and support programs for injured servicemen and their families. Cultural performances, patriotic speeches, and exhibitions highlight the country’s history of resistance and sacrifice. Government leaders and the public reaffirm their commitment to preserving peace and commemorating the heroes’ legacies.