In Pics | Countries that share their Independence Day with India

August 15 holds a special place not just in India but in some other countries as well. Apart from India, here are some other countries that got freedom on August 15 (though in different years). Credit: PTI Photo

South Korea and North Korea celebrate August 15 as National Liberation Day of Korea. On the 15th of August 1945, the Korean peninsula was made free from the Japanese occupation by the US and Soviet Forces. Credit: Reuters Photo

Liechtenstein celebrates its Independence Day on August 15 commemorating its liberation from German rule. Credit: Reuters Photo

Following a referendum held by the United Nations, Bahrain was declared independent from the British authority on August 15, 1971. Credit: Reuters Photo

Democratic Republic of Congo observes August 15 as the Congolese National Day. After nearly 80 years of subjugation, the country received full freedom from France on August 15, 1960. Credit: AFP Photo