Sette Giugno

**Sette Giugno** (7th June) is a national holiday in Malta, commemorating a significant event in the country's history. On June 7, 1919, a series of protests and riots broke out in Valletta, Malta's capital, as Maltese citizens demanded greater political representation and economic rights from the British colonial government. The unrest was fueled by rising food prices, unemployment, and frustration over limited self-governance. During the protests, British troops fired into the crowd, resulting in the deaths of four Maltese men: Ġużè Bajada, Manwel Attard, Wenzu Dyer, and Ġużè Scerri. Sette Giugno is remembered as a turning point in Malta's struggle for self-determination and independence. The event galvanized the Maltese people and paved the way for greater political reforms. Today, the holiday is marked by ceremonies, wreath-laying at the Sette Giugno monument in Valletta, and reflections on Malta's journey toward sovereignty. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who fought for Malta's rights and freedoms.