The Independence Day of Ukraine. Key historical events that took place in the process of Ukraine restoring its independence and recognition by the international community

Independence Day is the main public holiday in Ukraine. On this day, every Ukrainian celebrates with pride the fact of the adoption of the Act of Declaration of Independence of Ukraine on August 24, 1991.

The very adoption of this Act put a formal end to many centuries of struggle for the independence and sovereignty of Ukraine. 

What key events preceded this day?