Relive Victory Day in Bangladesh through personal memories and traditions. Discover the patriotic feelings and cultural celebrations of December 16.

Children’s television channel Duronto TV has announced a series of special programmes to mark Victory Day on December 16, aiming to inspire young viewers with the spirit and ideals of Bangladesh’s independence.

On this day in 1971, Bangladesh was liberated from the Pakistan occupation forces following a bloody nine-month war. These pictures were taken in December, 1971.

It was like a radiant dawn shining after a long and dreadful night. The cool wind of freedom was blowing in mid-December 1971.

Fifty years have now passed since that glorious day in December 1971 when we achieved victory after a battle for nine months.

Thousands of people from all strata take part in the colourful Victory Day march organised by Awami League in the capital marking the 45th Victory Day.

Writer, historian and war crimes researcher Shahriar Kabir talks about...