During the battle for independence against an openly racist government, many Zimbabweans risked their lives and died to achieve independence. Every year in August, the nation pays homage to its heroes at National Heroes Acre, a cemetery for some Revolutionary War soldiers. Many people come to pay their respects at gravesites, including the country’s president. A group of youths sing patriotic songs while marching to the burial site together. Other groups perform music and dance at the burial site. Hero’s Day events are primarily held in Harare, but similar ones are held throughout the country.


