Independence of Antigua and Barbuda

Independence of Antigua and Barbuda
Date1 November 1981 (1 November 1981)
LocationAntigua and Barbuda
ParticipantsGovernment of Antigua
Queen Elizabeth II
OutcomeTermination of the association agreement between the Associated State of Antigua and the United Kingdom, resulting in the formation of Antigua and Barbuda

The association agreement between the Associated State of Antigua and the United Kingdom was terminated on 1 November 1981. In Antigua and Barbuda, this is celebrated as its Independence Day, a national holiday.