16 February

Act of Independence of Lithuania

The Act of Independence of Lithuania commemorates the signing of the Act of 16 February 1918 by the Council of Lithuania, declaring the restoration of an independent Lithuanian state with Vilnius as its capital. The day is one of Lithuania’s key independence observances and is considered foundational to the modern Lithuanian state. It invites reflection on sovereignty, national identity, resilience, and civic history.

Event Suggestions:
• Create a timeline of Lithuania’s 1918 Act of Independence and modern statehood
• Explore Lithuanian culture through music, language, geography, or national symbols
• Discuss how independence documents shape national identity and historical memory

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