The All India Anglo-Indian Association, founded in 1926, has long represented the interests of the ethnic group; it holds that Anglo-Indians are unique in that they are Christians, speak English as their mother tongue, as well as have a historical link to both Europe and India.[9] Anglo-Indians tend to identify as people of India, rather than of a specific region of India such as the Punjab or Bengal.[9] 2nd August is celebrated as World Anglo Indian Day.