Lesotho Independence Day
Lesotho Independence Day
Before the flag-changing ceremonies at midnight to symbolize Lesotho's new autonomy, a colorful procession took place as King Moshoeshoe II (b. 1938) paraded in full regalia leading 100 chiefs into the capital city of Maseru.
Lesotho Embassy
2511 Massachusetts Ave. N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20008
202-797-5533; fax: 202-234-6815
www.lesothoemb-usa.gov.ls
AnnivHol-2000, p. 167
NatlHolWrld-1968, p. 186