Where Data Tells the Story
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From Sweden in 1523 to South Sudan in 2011, this infographic maps the official and symbolic independence days of 175 nations.
One thing that stood out? Not every country celebrates the exact date it gained independence. Some mark national days tied to monarchies, identity, or symbolic milestones instead.
A standout year was 1960, when 17 African countries gained independence that year alone.
I have provided a hi-res PDF version of the graphic: bit.ly/nationalindependence
So, zoom in. Explore. See where your country fits on the map.