Day of Liberation and Innovation

The Day of Liberation and Innovation is observed annually on February 25 in the Republic of Suriname, the smallest country in South America. On February 25, 1980, the corrupt government in power at the time was overthrown in a military coup led by Sergeant-Major Dési Bouterse and 15 other military sergeants who refused to recognize it. This multi-ethnic tropical country is an ecotourism destination offering spectacular natural landscapes and friendly people. Formally Revolution Day, since 2018, the day is now officially known as the Day of Liberation and Innovation.