I solemnly pledge to dedicate my life to the service of my God and my country. I will honour my parents, My teachers, my leaders and my elders, and those in authority. I will be clean and honest in all my thoughts, my words and my deeds.
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Who wrote the National Pledge of Trinidad?
Marjorie Padmore
The Independence Pledge, written by Marjorie Padmore, was composed for school children and is usually recited at the opening and closing of school terms and on special occasions like Independence Day and Republic Day.
Who wrote the National Pledge of Trinidad and Tobago and in what year?
Patrick S. Castagne composed the words and music of the National Anthem in 1962. The words of the National Anthem reflect the nature and the strength of the people of Trinidad and Tobago, our courage as one nation working towards living in unity despite our diversity.
What is the National Prayer of Trinidad and Tobago?
Here every creed and race find an equal place, And may God bless our Nation, Here every creed and race find an equal place, And may God bless our Nation. Source: “National Emblems of Trinidad and Tobago”.
What does every creed and race find an equal place mean?
What does that mean? It means that it is expressing a mood of what is imagined or wished or hoped possible. It means that here, in Trinidad and Tobago, we imagine or wish that every creed and race would find an equal place. It means that it has not as yet happened and that we are still hoping for it to come true.
What is the meaning of the national pledge?
an oath to be faithful and bear true allegiance to the Crown (see NATURALIZATION).
How many national songs are there in Trinidad and Tobago?
9 national songs
Did you know that Trinidad and Tobago has 9 national songs, including the National Anthem?
What are the National Birds of Trinidad and Tobago?
The National Birds of Trinidad and Tobago are the Scarlet Ibis (Trinidad – Top Left), and the Cocrico (Tobago – Top Right). The Scarlet Ibis (Eudocimus Ruber) is a species of ibis that occurs in tropical South America and Trinidad and Tobago.
What is the first line of the national pledge?
Before God and all mankind, I pledge the love and loyalty of my heart, the wisdom and courage of my mind, the strength and vigour of my body in the service of my fellow citizens; I promise to stand up for Justice, Brotherhood and Peace, to work diligently and creatively, to think generously and honestly, so that
What is the national watchwords of Trinidad and Tobago?
“I have given to the Nation as its watchwords, Discipline, Production, Tolerance.
Who was the first president of Trinidad and Tobago?
Ellis Emmanuel Innocent Clarke
Ellis Emmanuel Innocent Clarke
The second and last Governor-General and the first President of Trinidad and Tobago, Ellis Clarke (now deceased) succeeded Sir Solomon Hochoy as Governor General in 1972. He was unanimously elected as President when Trinidad and Tobago became a Republic in 1976.
Is the Lord’s Prayer?
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Why was the national anthem of Trinidad and Tobago written?
The National Anthem was written to celebrate Trinidad and Tobago’s independence from Great Britain on August 31, 1962. A nation-wide contest was held in search of the best anthem to accompany this momentous occasion. The winner of the contest was Patrick Stanisclaus Castagne.
What does native land mean in the national anthem?
This our Native Land, We pledge our lives to Thee, Here every creed and race finds an equal place, And may God bless our Nation,The words of the National Anthem reflect the nature and strength of the people of Trinidad and Tobago and our courage as one nation working towards living in unity despite our diversity.
When did Trinidad and Tobago became a republic?
1976
Trinidad and Tobago attained independence in 1962 and became a republic within the Commonwealth in 1976.
What is the important of national pledge?
National pledge is important because it tells that all are equal ,all the citizens are our brothers and sisters as we need to help them. It mainly tells about the discipline of a citizen, It also tells us to give respect to parent, teacher’s and all the elders.
What is the importance of national pledge?
Reciting the Pledge is a mark of patriotism to the country. It is an action that symbolizes your loyalty to the United States of America and the feeling that as an American, you are proud to be part of this country.
Who designed the pledge?
Francis Bellamy
Who wrote the Pledge of Allegiance? Answer: The original Pledge of Allegiance was written by Francis Bellamy.
What are the 9 national songs of Trinidad and Tobago?
NATIONAL SONGS
- THE NATIONAL ANTHEM.
- A NATION NEW IS BORN.
- BOCA CHIMES.
- GOD BLESS OUR NATION.
- PORTRAIT OF TRINIDAD.
- OUR MODEL NATION.
- OUR NATION’S DAWNING.
- OUR LAND OF SUN AND SEAS.
Who is George Carlton Sampson?
Sampson, George (1861–1949)
George Sampson (1861-1949), musician, was born on 24 July 1861 at Clifton, Bristol, England, youngest child of Edward Chaddock Sampson, postmaster, and his wife Maria, née Masters.
Who wrote a nation new is born?
A New Nation Is Born: Mitchell, Moehl and: 9781558635029: Amazon.com: Books.
