Revolution Day is observed in the Gambia every July 22 to commemorate the 1994 coup d'état led by Yahya Jammeh, which resulted in the overthrow of the first President, Dawda Jawara. The coup was bloodless and faced little resistance, marking a significant change in the country's governance. In 1996, Jammeh was officially elected as President and served multiple terms until 2016. The day is recognized as a public holiday and is celebrated with official ceremonies and cultural events. However, it is met with disapproval from opposition leaders, who view it as a celebration of an unconstitutional takeover. The Gambia, which gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1965 and became a republic in 1970, continues to reflect on this pivotal moment in its history through Revolution Day.