Day of the Homeland, celebrated annually in the Federal Republic of Germany, takes place on September 13 this year. Although Day of the Homeland is not an official public holiday in Germany, there are observances held throughout the country. Several activities organized by the government mark the event which respects and honors the German expellees, while celebrating human rights and freedom throughout the country.
69 years ago, Paul Wagner, a prominent politician, was responsible for the successful passing of a resolution calling for a Day of the Homeland in the city of Goettingen. Despite all the atrocities conducted by the Nazis during WWII, Germany has rebounded to become a world leader and a country renowned for the arts and an embrace of equality for all its citizens.
