India attained freedom on the momentous day of 15th August 1947. India’s journey from a British colony to free democratic country is a commendable story that shall remain forever etched in the global history. We are well versed with the freedom struggle stories and events but we little do we know that a lot took place on this independence day. So, here are 11 interesting facts about Independence day in India that will ignite patriotism in you! #1 Choosing 15th August As Independence Day India unofficially attained independence on July 18, 1947 however Lord Mountbatten chose 15th August 1947 as the independence day for India. This day marked the second anniversary of Japan’s surrender to the Allied Forces in World War II. Lord Mountbatten chose this date because he had been the Supreme Allied Commander of South-East Asia Command and was the one who accepted the Japanese surrender in Singapore. Now we know we our Independence day celebrations take place on 15th August every y...