Day of the Veterans, also known as Malvinas Day is observed on April 2 in Argentina. The day marks the loss of lives during the 1982 Falklands War. The holiday was instituted on November 22, 2000. On 14 June 1982, Argentina surrendered to the United Kingdom.
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History of Day of the Veterans
In 1938, Argentina subsequently declared control of the South Sandwich Islands.
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Dates
Year | Date | Day |
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2024 | April 2 | Tuesday |
2025 | April 2 | Wednesday |
2026 | April 2 | Thursday |
2027 | April 2 | Friday |
2028 | April 2 | Sunday |
FAQs
Are the Falklands part of the U.K.?
The Falkland Islands are a United Kingdom Overseas Territory.