January 23

Bounty Day commemorates the arrival of Fletcher Christian and other mutineers from the HMS Bounty on Pitcairn Island in 1790. Locals celebrate with community gatherings, reenactments, sports competitions, music, and traditional dances. The day highlights the unique history and culture of the Pitcairn community descended from the mutineers. Festivities often include storytelling, historical exhibitions, and sharing of local cuisine. It serves as a reminder of the islanders' resilience and their isolated yet close-knit way of life.

World Freedom Day is observed in Taiwan and by some South Korean communities to honor the repatriation of Taiwanese prisoners of war from Vietnam in 1974. The event serves as a reminder of the human cost of conflict and the enduring hope for peace and freedom. Ceremonies include memorial services at veterans' halls, military parades, and educational programs on wartime history. In Taiwan, government and civic groups organize speeches, exhibitions, and concerts to pay tribute to those who endured captivity. Through public reflection and cultural activities, the day reinforces the ideals of democracy and the rights of individuals in the modern era.