Sette Guigno is observed in Malta every June 7, commemorating the uprising against the British colonial government that took place on this date in 1919. The holiday marks the riots that erupted during a National Assembly meeting, where British troops fired into a crowd, resulting in the deaths of four individuals. This event highlighted the struggles of the Maltese population, who faced rising food prices and demanded greater autonomy following World War I. Sette Guigno is recognized as a significant step towards Malta's independence and was declared a national holiday in March 1989, with the first celebration occurring that same year. It is one of Malta's five national holidays, alongside Freedom Day, Victory Day, Independence Day, and Republic Day.