Liberation / Reunification Day is observed in Vietnam every April 30, commemorating the Fall of Saigon and the end of the Vietnam War in 1975. This public holiday marks the capture of Saigon by North Vietnamese forces, leading to the establishment of communist rule and the eventual formal reunification of Vietnam on July 2, 1976. Celebrations typically include special events held around this date, reflecting on the historical significance of the day. However, for the Vietnamese diaspora, it is a day of reflection and mourning, often referred to as the National Day of Resentment or Black April, dedicated to those who fled the country after the war. The day symbolizes both victory for some and loss for others, highlighting the complex legacy of the Vietnam War.