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Proclamation 9657

Leif Erikson Day, 2017

This proclamation designates October 9, 2017, as Leif Erikson Day to commemorate the Viking explorer's journey to North America and celebrate Nordic-American heritage. It calls on Americans to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities, while also noting U.S.-Nordic trade relationships and counterterrorism cooperation.

Federal Register Open PDF 82 FR 47951

Impact dates

  1. Leif Erikson Day observance

Key directives

  • Proclaim October 9, 2017, as Leif Erikson Day
  • Call upon all Americans to celebrate with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation issued October 6, 2017

Near term (90d)

  • October 9, 2017 observance of Leif Erikson Day

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 9657: Leif Erikson Day, 2017 · Executive Orders