San Martin Day in Argentina
San Martin Day in Argentina is held on August 19. The third Monday of the month. This event in the second decade of the month August is annual. Help us
August 17 marks a new anniversary of the death of General San Martin, the Liberator of America. In Argentina he is recognized as the "Father of the Nation". On the anniversary of the death of General José de San Martín, we commemorate the figure of one of the greatest leaders of our country. Our "Liberator" is considered the main hero and national hero. In addition, his military expeditions were fundamental in the struggles for the emancipation of Chile and Peru.
The crossing of the Andes in 1817, the second highest mountain range on the planet, is considered to this day one of the most outstanding military feats in the world.
In Peru, he is remembered as the liberator of that country, with the titles of "Founder of the Freedom of Peru", "Founder of the Republic" and "Generalissimo de las Armas". In Chile, his army has distinguished him with the rank of Captain General.
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End-of-war Memorial Day in Japan on August 15 (when the National Memorial Service for War Dead is held);
International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism on August 21 (adopted by the UN on October 27, 2017);
International Day of Remembrance for Victims of Violence Due to Religion or Belief on August 22 (International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief - established since May 28, 2019 - UN A/RES/73/296);