Monday, June 17, 2024 is holiday in Argentina for the Passage to the Immortality of General Martín Miguel de Güemes. This date commemorates the death of the Salteño hero, who died on June 17, 1821 at the age of 37.
In 2010, The National Congress sanctioned law 26,590 that established June 17 as a national holiday. Since then, it is commemorated every year throughout the country with various events and tributes.
Here are some additional information about the holiday:
- Official name: Passage to the Immortality of General Martín Miguel de Güemes
- Date: June 17
- Transferable: No. The date coincides with the anniversary of Güemes’ death.
- Activities: Official events, tributes, masses, cultural events.
Who was Miguel de Güemes
Miguel de Güemes was a key figure in the Argentine War of Independence, leading the Northern Army and protecting the country’s northwestern borders against royalist invasions. His heroism and bravery made him a symbol of the fight for freedom and independence.
His role in the War of Independence:
- Leader of the Gaucha War: Güemes organized and led the Gaucha War, a guerrilla warfare strategy that involved thousands of gauchos from the northwestern region of Argentina. This strategy was key to stopping royalist invasions and protecting the country’s borders.
- Defense of Salta: In 1814 and 1820, Güemes commanded the troops that successfully defended the city of Salta from royalist invasions led by General José Manuel de Goyeneche. These victories were decisive in maintaining control of northern Argentina in the hands of the independentists.
- Relationship with other heroes: Güemes had a complex relationship with other heroes of independence, such as Manuel Belgrano and José de San Martín. Although they shared the common goal of independence, they had differences regarding military and political strategies.
His legacy:
- National hero: Güemes is considered one of the most important heroes of the Argentine War of Independence. His bravery, leadership and military astuteness were essential to achieving the country’s independence.
- Symbol of the northwest: Güemes is a symbol of the identity and culture of northwest Argentina. His figure is revered by the local population and he is remembered as a defender of the people and freedom.
What days do you work in the new two-day week?
The only working days of that week will be Tuesday, June 18 and Wednesday, June 19.
- From June 15 to June 17: 3 days of rest.
- From June 20 to June 23: 4 days of rest.
Holiday calendar 2024 in Argentina
2024 calendar in Argentina: immovable holidays
- 1 of January New Year
- February 12 and 13: Carnival
- March 24: National Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice
- March 29: Good Friday
- April 2: Veteran’s Day and those who fell in the Falklands War
- May 1: Labor Day
- May 25: May Revolution Day
- June 20: Passage to Immortality of General Don Manuel Belgrano
- July 9: Independence Day
- December 8: Day of the Immaculate Conception of Mary
- 25th December, Christmas
2024 calendar in Argentina: transferable holidays
- June 17: Passage to Immortality of General Don Martín Miguel de Güemes
- August 17: Passage to Immortality of General Don José de San Martín
- October 12: Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity
- November 20: National Sovereignty Day
The long weekends of 2024 in Argentina
- From December 30, 2023 to January 1, 2024: 3-day long weekend.
- From February 10 to February 13: 4-day long weekend.
- From March 29 to April 2: 5-day long weekend.
- From June 15 to June 17: 3-day long weekend.
- From June 20 to June 23: 4-day long weekend.
- From October 11 to October 13: 3-day long weekend.
- From November 16 to November 18: 3-day long weekend.
