site.btaObservances: September 22

Bulgaria:

- Independence Day. In 1908 Bulgaria becomes an independent State ruled by King Ferdinand. Declared official holiday on September 10, 1998.

The world:

- Mali National Day: Independence Day (1960);

- World Car Free Day;

- World Rhino Day.

On this date in Bulgarian history:

1912: Military convention signed between Bulgaria and Greece on eve of First Balkan War.

1915: Diplomatic relations with France are severed. Restored August 27, 1920.

1923: 43rd government of Bulgaria is formed with Alexander Tsankov as prime minister. It declares martial law.

1973: Diplomatic relations with Chile are severed. Restored April 6, 1990.

1981: Monument to the Unknown Soldier unveiled in Sofia. 

1996: Future for Bulgaria foundation is established.