Come ashore in time to celebrate Samoa’s independence today! Ruled by New Zealand since 1914, Samoans eventually came to resent colonial authority, which many considered ineffectual and oppressive. A non-violent independence movement started gaining popular support beginning in the late 1920s. By Jan 1, 1962, Samoa became the first small-island independent nation in the South Pacific. These days, Samoans celebrate their freedom today, June 1. We hope those rowers in the canoes are back in time for the party.
In Apia Harbor for Samoan Independence Day
Today in History
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A lofty lighthouse and a little ocean spray
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International Day of the Tropics
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Remembering Jimmy Carter
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Fire-damaged forest near Wolf Creek Pass, Colorado
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Sitting down and taking a stand
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World Giraffe Day
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Kings of the Kalahari
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Union Square, Manhattan
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