Celebrating Love, Peace, and Sovereignty: June 12 Around the World
June 12 is a day filled with a variety of intriguing holidays spanning continents and cultures. From celebrating love in Brazil to honoring the Queen in Anguilla, Australia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and the Turks and Caicos Islands, this day showcases unity, freedom, and peace worldwide. Anguilla, Australia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Turks and Caicos Islands - Queen's Birthday In several regions around the globe, June 12th is observed as the Queen's Birthday, honoring Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom. While her actual birthday is in April, the public celebration is held in June to take advantage of traditionally better weather, a custom dating back to King George II in 1748. Brazil - Valentine's Day Meanwhile, love is in the air in Brazil as they celebrate Dia dos Namorados, or Valentine's Day. Instead of the traditional February 14, Brazilians set aside June 12 for romantic gestures and gift-giving, culminating in a day of love and appreciati...