Independence Day (Jordan)

Jordan independence day

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Independence day

Abdullah I on Independence Day, May 25, 1946. He is accompanied by his grandson Hussein and General John Bagot Glubb.

Official name| Eid Alestaklal
Observed by| Jordan
Liturgical color|

Celebrations| National and local observances
Observances|

* Fireworks
* 21-gun salutes
* Military parades
* Royal events
* Awards ceremonies

Date| 25 May
Next time| 25 May 2024 (2024-05-25)
Frequency| Annual
Related to| History of Jordan

Independence Day (Arabic: عيد الاستقلال) is an event in Jordan marking its independence from the British government.

Following World War I, the Hashemite Army of the Great Arab Revolt, took over and secured present-day Jordan. The revolt was launched by the Hashemites and led by Sharif Hussein of Mecca against the Ottoman Empire. The revolt was supported by the Allies of World War I including Britain and France.

Emir Abdullāh and the British negotiation about independence, the treaty was signed on March 22, 1946, it took two years for Jordan to be fully independent, in March 1948, Jordan signed it Britain another treaty in which all restrictions on sovereignty were removed for Jordan to be fully independent.

Jordan became a full member of the United Nations and the Arab League in December 1955.[1] Following independence, Jordan established its parliament in 1952 consisting of two houses, the Senate and the House of Representatives.

The holiday, held annually on 25 May,[2] is usually marked with official ceremonies attended by members of the House of Hashim, as well as civil and military officials. Award presentations, political speeches and diplomatic visits are commonplace on the holiday. In the Jordanian Armed Forces, Presentation of Colours ceremonies and national/unit military parades are common during the day, as well as a 21-gun salute in the capital. On the civilian level, festive events and activities including a fireworks display and special religious services are held. [3][4][5][6]

## See also[edit]

* Public holidays in Jordan
* History of Jordan
* Timeline of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

## References[edit]

1. ^ "The UN in Jordan". United Nations. UN Resident Coordinator & Humanitarian Coordinator in Jordan. Retrieved 8 September 2021.
2. ^ Qasem Hailat, Nabil (29 May 2021). "What does Independence Day mean for Jordanians?". The Jordan Times. Retrieved 24 May 2023.
3. ^ AnydayGuide. "Independence Day in Jordan / May 25, 2019". AnydayGuide.
4. ^ "Jordan Independence Day". TheFreeDictionary.com.
5. ^ "Independence Day in Jordan – Office Holidays". officeholidays.com.
6. ^ "Jordan Celebrates Independence Day".