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Bahrain is a Persian Gulf island nation. August 15, 1971, marked its independence from the United Kingdom.
North Korea observes its Day of Liberation on August 15, celebrating the end of Japanese rule in 1945.
South Korea marks Liberation Day on August 15, commemorating its liberation from Japanese occupation in 1945.
Liechtenstein celebrates its national day on August 15, honoring the Feast of the Assumption in the Catholic tradition.
The Republic of the Congo celebrates its independence from France on August 15, gained in 1960.