Independence Day (Jordan)

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

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)
Frequency	Annual
Related to	History of Jordan

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]