Liberation Day is observed in Libya every October 23, commemorating the country's liberation from Muammar Gaddafi's regime in 2011. The day marks the end of Gaddafi's over 40-year totalitarian rule, which began with a bloodless military coup in 1969. Following the Libyan Civil War, Gaddafi was captured and killed on October 20, 2011, leading to the celebration of his regime's defeat just three days later. This public holiday was officially designated in 2011, after the fall of the Great Socialist People's Libyan Arab Jamahiriya and the establishment of the State of Libya. Libyans celebrate Liberation Day nationwide with solemn ceremonies and various celebratory events, reflecting on the significant historical change in their country.