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Manu'a Cession Day

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About Manu'a Cession Day

Manu'a Cession Day is a public holiday in American Samoa that commemorates the signing of the Deed of Cession in 1904. This historic event marked the formal transfer of the Manu'a Islands to the administration of the United States. The day is observed with cultural ceremonies and events that honor the traditional leadership and history of the archipelago.

American flag flies half-mast near washington monument.
Photo by Chip Vincent on UnsplashUpdated 9 Jul 2026

When is Manu'a Cession Day in American Samoa?

Manu'a Cession Day dates from 2023 to 2031

  • 2023Sunday, 16 JulyPast
  • 2024Tuesday, 16 JulyPast
  • 2025Wednesday, 16 JulyPast
  • 2026Thursday, 16 JulyPast
  • 2027Friday, 16 July in 252 days
  • 2028Sunday, 16 Julyin 618 days
  • 2029Monday, 16 Julyin 983 days
  • 2030Tuesday, 16 Julyin 1348 days
  • 2031Wednesday, 16 Julyin 1713 days

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