Every year on November 11, the day of Lāčplesis, countless candles are lit all over Latvia, commemorating the victory of the Latvian state army over the West Russian volunteer army, or the so-called Bermont troops, on November 11, 1919. Commemorating this event, Latvia's freedom fighters are honored on Lāčpleš Day. All over Latvia, various events and strengthening of traditions take place not only on November 11, but throughout the week.