As a day when Syrians celebrate the strength of the Syrian character, Correction Movement day is one of the most important in the calendar.

Correction Movement History

Syria is a country with many neighbours; Lebanon, Jordan, Israel and Turkey. Syria has hot, dry summers and mild winters with little snow.

The country is a middle-income country with an economy based on agriculture, oil, industry, and tourism.Syria has faced some serious problems and challenges with its attempt to expand and grow because of its poor performing economic public sector and high rates of unemployment tied to a high population growth rate. These problems date back to the inaugruation of Syria's government.

In 1516, Syria fell to the Ottoman Turks and remained a part of their empire for many centuries.The period saw great economic, social and artistic decline. The Turks' empire was finally overthrown in 1918 by the Arab armies, which lead to Syria's freedom.

Later in 1918, Syria was declared an independent kingdom under King Faisal I, son of Sharif Hussein. The French and British however, were unhappy with this arrangement. As such the 'Sykes-Picot' agreement was signed, which lead to the Middle East being carved up into different 'spheres of influence'. In essence this divided much of the Arab world between the French and British. Syria was part of France's sphere of influence.

The Mandate with France was opposed in a revolution in 1925. Battles took place in the Jabal al-Arab region and also in Damascas. In an attempt to regain control, much damage was done to Syria. Despite the French signing an agreement with Syria in 1936 to end the mandate and reduce their influence in the country, French troops remained on the ground.During World War II, Syria witnessed military confrontations between French troops that were allied with the Germans, and Free French troops that were allied with the British.

War, destruction, and invasions occurred for many years after the French gained control primarily because the French did not keep their promises and were causing more destruction than being helpful in Syria. The Syrian government was eventually overthrown by the people; an attempt to regain some order in Syria. The correction movement that followed brought more stability to the country and was initiated by Hafez-al-Assad. This movement saw Hafez Al-Assad elected as president in 1971. His vision for the country started to get the nation ready to fight for its occupied land, and he gained control of the Parliament. Because this movement helped Syria re-gain control of its its country, it is observed as Correction Movement Day, a day of pride and hope.

Syria Correction Movement Day Public Traditions, Customs, and Activities

The festival is marked with a festival that includes a lot of music - especially singing.

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