Observing Pohnpei Liberation Day

Pohnpei Liberation Day commemorates the liberation of the Micronesian state from the occupation of the Japanese on September 11, 1945.

This holiday is widely observed in Pohnpei with a number of different events. There are parades, flag-raising ceremonies, and sport competitions in all the municipalities of the state. Some of the sporting events that can be observed includes Softball, volleyball, basketball, swimming, and track and field games. It is also a day for people to gather and enjoy meals with loved ones.