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Proclamation 11018 is a presidential proclamation signed on March 24, 2026, designating March 25, 2026, as “Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy.” It calls on Americans to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
The proclamation formally names March 25, 2026, as a national observance day, marking the 205th anniversary of the start of the Greek War of Independence (March 25, 1821). It carries no legal mandates, funding, or regulatory changes — it is a symbolic designation only. The document draws a parallel between the Greek revolution and the United States’ own 250th anniversary of independence in 2026. No existing law, regulation, or agency authority is altered by this action.
The proclamation is directed at the general American public, who are invited to observe the day through ceremonies and activities. The Greek American community is specifically recognized as a group whose contributions are being honored. Federal agencies, businesses, and individuals face no legal obligations as a result of this proclamation.