November 17th: Commemorating the Struggle for Freedom and Democracy
-Friday, November 17, 2023
Every year on November 17th, the Czech Republic observes a significant national holiday known as the Day of Struggle for Freedom and Democracy. This date holds immense historical importance, symbolizing the peaceful fight against totalitarianism and the relentless pursuit of democratic values.
The origins of this holiday trace back to 1939 when Czech students took to the streets of Prague to protest the Nazi occupation of Czechoslovakia. Tragically, the peaceful demonstration was met with brutal force,...
