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Monday, July 21, 2014

21 July National Belgium Independence Day

Today is the anniversary of the date in 1831 that Leopold I swore allegiance to the constitution as the first King of the Belgians and separated from the Netherlands. The day is celebrated much as we do on our Independence Day; parades, military displays, fireworks, grilling and beer. 
Google Article on National Day



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