Victory Day in North Korea is a national holiday celebrated annually on July 27. It is commonly known as the 'Day of Victory in the Great Fatherland Liberation War'. The holiday marks the signing of the Korean Armistice Agreement, which laid out specific terms for cessation of hostilities in the Korean War. With the signing of this agreement, North Korea claimed victory in its fight against South Korea.
Victory Day is a major holiday in North Korea and its observance often includes large military parades, firework displays, music performances, and various public ceremonies. The parades specifically act as a platform for North Korea to exhibit its military prowess, displaying everything from rows of soldiers marching in synchronization to the latest in weaponry and artillery. The scale of these celebrations often convey the importance the day has in shaping the national identity and unity of the North Korean people.
Additionally, Victory Day serves as an important tool in North Korea's propaganda system. The narrative of Victory Day reinforces themes of self-reliance, national resilience, and defiance against foreign pressure, which are central to the country's state ideology. It is a day of nationalistic exuberance and celebration, regarded as an opportunity to memorialize the country's wartime sacrifices and resilience while also promoting national pride and loyalty to the regime.