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TIL that because of the many sieges and occupations it endured throughout its history, Malta has 5 national days, more than any other country in the world: Freedom Day (31 March), Sette Giugno (7 June), Victory Day (8 September), Independence Day (21 September) and Republic Day (13 December).

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