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Federated State of Micronesia Observes Constitution Day

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Micronesia Constitution Day: May 10

Constitution Day is a public holiday in Micronesia.

The Federated State of Micronesia, or simply, Micronesia, celebrates the founding of its constitution on May 10, 1979 on the same date every year. The celebration, called Constitution Day, is considered as a national holiday in Micronesia and used to commemorate the founding of the country’s first constitution and effort of the people who allotted their time and energy in the development of the supreme law of the land.

The Federated States of Micronesia is an island nation comprising four administrative divisions: Chuuk, Kosrae, Pohnpei, and Yap. Military defense is provided by the United States.

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Posted on 09 May 2011 in : May Holidays,Micronesia Holidays