Victory Day (Turkish: Zafer Bayramı) is a public holiday in Turkey that commemorates the decisive victory in the Battle of Dumlupınar, the last battle in the Greco-Turkish War, on August 30, 1922. It is also observed by Northern Cyprus. The holiday is celebrated across Turkey and in Northern Cyprus and is a celebration of the Turkish Armed Forces. The main celebration is held at Anıtkabir in Ankara, where the President of Turkey leads officials in laying wreaths and then delivers a speech. The unofficial main celebration among citizens usually takes place in Izmir – a city that is associated with Atatürk and his achievements. Victory Day has been celebrated as an official holiday since 1926, and was first celebrated on August 30, 1923. It symbolizes a heartfelt demonstration of the passion Turkish citizens have for their independence as well as their respect for the Turkish Armed Forces.