“Collectively, their exploits and accomplishments have paved the way for Jamaica to move from plantation slavery to nationhood,” Phillips said, noting “however, we need to bear in mind that with each passing year, fewer and fewer Jamaicans have any living memory of any of our heroes”. Peter Phillips, said Jamaicans should recognise and celebrate the achievements of the national heroes. Thomas to Spanish Town, to demand an audience with the colonial masters so he could plead the case of the oppressed farmers. “George William Gordon took up the struggles of the black masses rather than continue to live the privileged life to which he had become accustomed. Daddy Sam Sharpe, lived up to his name fully prepared to die on yonder gallows than spend his life enslaved. “Queen Nanny is known for her fiery bravery and dare-devil boldness. The Prime Minister saluted the seven great national heroes for their “monumental and impactful” work in fighting for freedom and independence: We produced heroes that impacted not just our great island nation, but the world,” Holness said. “Jamaica and Jamaicans can boast of our giants who stood tall against centuries of oppression. “We cannot afford to treat it lightly, knowing we have had significant global influence on every field, including music, culture, sports, medicine and, of course, our contribution to world history through our national heroes. National Heroes’ Day is being observed, here, under the theme “’A Great Heritage… A Great Legacy,” and Holness said that he wanted all nationals to internalise, appreciate and bring the theme to the forefront of their daily existence. He said young people, in particular, “need to know, embrace, and treasure our Jamaican history and culture, and face the challenges of the future with confidence, optimism and hope”. We have a great heritage to promote and a great legacy to protect,” Prime Minister Andrew Holness said, in his message to mark the occasion. “The preservation and continuity of our rich and deeply rooted history, heritage and culture spans generations, and our indomitable spirit is a part of the fabric that makes us who we are as a nation. KINGSTON, Jamaica, Octo(CMC) – Jamaica is marking National Heroes Day, today, with the political leaders urging closer unity and the need to continue promoting the island’s proud heritage.
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