Every year on September 7, Brazil celebrates the national holiday — Independence Day (o Dia de Independentência do Brasil /Independence Day).
The desire to defend political independence appeared in Brazil at the beginning of the 18th century, during the colonial era. At that time, Portugal was the dominant party, and England remained the main consumer of goods produced in the Portuguese colony.
In 1808, Napoleon began a war of conquest against Portugal, as a result of which the Portuguese king Don Joao VI and his court moved to Rio de Janeiro.
The king's stay in Brazil allowed her to bring independence closer. Already in 1815, Brazil's colonial status was abolished, and it became part of the United Kingdom on equal terms with Portugal.
In 1821, King Don Joao VI returned to Lisbon, leaving his heir in Rio de Janeiro, giving him the title of Viceroy, who on September 7, 1822 declared the independence of Brazil as an empire, solemnly crowned on December 1, 1822 under the name of Emperor Pedro I.
Thus, Brazil became an empire led by Don Pedro I, who at the same time continued to remain heir to the Portuguese throne.
September 7 is officially a non-working day in Brazil. Brazilians are especially respectful of this holiday. They have a deep sense of national pride in their country.
In the capital of the country —, the city of Brasilia —, a grand parade is usually held, which is attended by the government of the country led by the President, as well as all kinds of ceremonial and festive events.