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2012/05 National Days

mapster — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:00:45 +0000

May 14th is Independence Day in Paraguay, commemorating an uprising that overthrew the Spanish Authority in 1811. Paraguayans are famed for holding the world record for an open air barbecue so it is likely that they celebrate their independence in style. You too can join the festivities in style by wearing one of our Paraguay Flag and Map T-Shirts.

Other notable national days in May are listed below.
May 1: Constitution Day in the Marshall Islands
May 3: Constitution Day in Poland
May 5: Liberation Day in the Netherlands
May 14: Independence Day in Paraguay
May 17: Constitution Day in Norway
May 20: National Day in Cameroon and Independence Day in East Timor
May 22: Unity Day in Yemen
May 24: National Day in Eritrea
May 25: Independence Day in Jordan and National Day in Argentina
May 26: First Republic Day in Georgia
May 28: National Day in Ethiopia, Republic Day in Armenia and Republic Day in Azerbaijan
May 29: Democracy Day in Nigeria

Support Your Nation - FlagAndMap 2012 Champions T-Shirts

mapster — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 20:25:50 +0000

If you’re looking to be appropriately attired while supporting your nation during the 2012 Summer Olympics what could be better than wearing one of our new 2012 Champions T-Shirts available in dozens of styles for men, women and kids. The designs feature the slogan ‘Pure Gold 2012 Champions’ depicted in the colors of your chosen national flag. These shirts represent a great alternative to official London 2012 merchandise if you merely wish to show your allegiance while watching the Summer Games or any other competitive international event for that matter.

2012/04 National Days

mapster — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:00:11 +0000

On April 4th the Senegalese will be celebrating their country’s independence. At independence in 1960 Senegal had merged with what is now Mali but this lasted only until August of that year. In 1982 Senegal formed a federation with The Gambia but this was dissolved in 1989. Since then separatist conflict in the south of the country has been a source of instability but you can no doubt share a celebratory day with many Senegalese on the 4th and look the part with a customized Senegal Flag and Map T-Shirt.

Other notable national days in April are listed below.
Apr 1: Islamic Republic Day in Iran
Apr 3: National Day in Guinea-Conakry
Apr 4: Independence Day in Senegal
Apr 17: Flag Day in American Samoa and Evacuation Day in Syria
Apr 18: Independence Day in Zimbabwe
Apr 23: St. George’s Day in England
Apr 25: National Day in Italy
Apr 26: Union Day in Tanzania
Apr 27: National Day in South Africa, Independence Day in Togo and Republic Day in Sierra Leone
Apr 30: Queensday in the Netherlands

2012/03 National Days

mapster — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 11:00:20 +0000

St Patrick’s Day is perhaps the most famous national day in March but there are several others. For example Greece celebrates its Independence Day on March 25th. This commemorates the Greek War of Independence waged between 1821 and 1832 against the Ottoman Empire, in which independence lost at the fall of Constantinople in 1453 was regained. Despite the current austerity measures Greeks will no doubt proudly celebrate this event later in the month of March. You can share their pride while wearing a customized Greek Flag and Map T-Shirt.

Other notable national days in March are listed below.
Mar 1: Independence Day in Bosnia and Herzegovina and St. David’s Day in Wales
Mar 2: Independence Day in Morocco
Mar 3: Liberation Day in Bulgaria
Mar 6: Independence Day in Ghana
Mar 10: National Day in Tibet
Mar 12: Independence Day in Mauritius
Mar 15: National Day in Hungary
Mar 17: St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland
Mar 20: Independence Day in Tunisia
Mar 21: Independence Day in Namibia
Mar 23: Republic Day in Pakistan
Mar 25: Independence Day in Greece
Mar 26: Independence Day in Bangladesh
Mar 31: Freedom Day in Malta and Transfer Day in the US Virgin Islands

2012/02 National Days

mapster — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:33:44 +0000

If you are Estonian you might be observing Valentine’s Day today but you’ll also be looking forward to celebrate Independence Day in 10 days time. This commemorates the country’s declaration of independence, which occurred during World War I as German troops drove out Russian troops. Actual independence was only consolidated in 1920, lasted until World War II and was subsequently regained in 1991. You may like to prepare to celebrate Estonian independence with a customized Estonia Flag and Map T-shirt.

Other notable national days in February 2012 are listed below.
Feb 4: Independence Day in Sri Lanka
Feb 6: National Day in Nuie and Waitangi Day in New Zealand
Feb 7: Independence Day in Grenada
Feb 11: National Foundation Day in Japan
Feb 15: National Day in Serbia
Feb 16: State Reestablishment Day in Lithuania
Feb 17: National Day in Kosovo
Feb 18: Independence Day in the Gambia and Martyr’s Day in Nepal
Feb 23: National Day in Brunei and Republic Day in Guyana
Feb 24: Independence Day in Estonia
Feb 25: National Day in Kuwait
Feb 27: Independence Day in the Dominican Republic

2012/01 National Days

mapster — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 13:56:52 +0000

We’ve been a bit quiet at the start of 2012 and failed to publish our regular reminder of national days in January. This included a cluster of national days on the first of the year as well as Australia Day celebrated by our friends down under. Both India and Pakistan had national days toward the end of the month. Over 1 billion people in India celebrate Republic Day on Jan 26th, commemorating the date in 1950 on which the Constitution of India came into effect. We hope you were able to get ready for that with your very own customized India Flag and Map T-Shirt.

For reference here is a list of notable national days in January 2012:
Jan 1: Independence Day in Samoa and Sudan, Liberation Day in Cuba and National Day in Haiti
Jan 8: Commonwealth Day in the Northern Marianas
Jan 26: Australia Day in Australia and Republic Day in India
Jan 28: Pakistan Day in Pakistan
Jan 31: National Day in Nauru

2011/12: National Days

mapster — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 08:30:25 +0000

Several nations have national days in December. FlagAndMap gifts with national flag and map designs are a fun way to to make the following dates even more special for friends from these countries.
Dec 1, National Day in Centrafrique
Dec 1, Union Day in Romania
Dec 2, National Day in the United Arab Emirates
Dec 2, National Day in Laos
Dec 5, King’s Birthday in Thailand
Dec 6, Independence Day in Finland
Dec 12, Jamhuri Day in Kenya
Dec 13, Republic Day in Malta
Dec 13, Independence Day in Saint Lucia
Dec 16, Independence Day in Bahrain
Dec 17, National Day in Bhutan
Dec 18, Republic Day in Niger
Dec 18, National Day in Qatar
Dec 20, National Day in Guyane

Novel Gifts for the 2011 Holiday Season

mapster — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 16:14:45 +0000

It’s the same challenge every holiday season - how to find gifts that are affordable but a little bit special and different. It’s a problem that FlagAndMap wants to help you solve. We’ve recently introduced some new products that make ideal gifts, such as necklaces, ties and gift boxes. This is of course in addition to our perennial best sellers such as t-shirts and mugs.

The especially nice thing about all of these items is that not only are the designs targeted to a particular nationality or heritage but they can also be personalized by the customer. All these products are offered through the Zazzle print on demand platform which readily allows the purchaser to add their own text (or even images) at no extra cost. So you can add a name or a message to the design, which gives your gift that extra special touch and solves the problem of finding something unique.

2011/11: National Days

mapster — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 08:30:13 +0000

Several nations have national days in November. Add a personal touch to the customizable gifts available at FlagAndMap and surprise your friends from these countries on the following dates.
Nov 1, National Day in Algeria
Nov 1, Independence Day in Antigua and Barbuda
Nov 3, Independence Day in Micronesia
Nov 3, Independence Day in Dominica
Nov 3, Separation Day in Panama
Nov 9, Independence Day in Cambodia
Nov 11, Independence Day in Angola
Nov 11, Independence Day in Poland
Nov 18, Independence Day in Latvia
Nov 18, National Day in Oman
Nov 19, National Day in Monaco
Nov 22, Independence Day in Lebanon
Nov 25, Independence Day in Suriname
Nov 28, Independence Day in Mauritania
Nov 28, Independence Day in Albania
Nov 30, Independence Day in Barbados
Nov 30, St. Andrew’s Day in Scotland

2011/10: National Days

mapster — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 08:30:49 +0000

Several nations have national days in October. FlagAndMap offers a wide range of customizable gifts that will help make the following dates even more special for friends from these countries.
Oct 1, Independence Day in Nigeria
Oct 1, Independence Day in Tuvalu
Oct 1, National Day in China
Oct 1, Independence Day in Cyprus
Oct 3, Unity Day in Germany
Oct 3, Independence Day in Iraq
Oct 4, Independence Day in Lesotho
Oct 9, Independence Day in Uganda
Oct 10, Fiji Day in Fiji
Oct 10, Double Ten Day in Taiwan
Oct 12, Independence Day in Equatorial Guinea
Oct 12, National Day in Spain
Oct 23, Republic Day in Hungary
Oct 24, Independence Day in Zambia
Oct 25, Republic Day in Kazakhstan
Oct 26, National Day in Austria
Oct 27, Independence Day in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Oct 27, Independence Day in Turkmenistan
Oct 28, Independence Day in Czechia
Oct 29, Republic Day in Turkey