
With an emotional ceremony and cannon fire, the Armed Forces accompanied the community in a historic celebration full of patriotic symbolism.
On instructions from the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Major General Roosevelt Hernándezthe Armed Forces of Honduras actively participated in the celebration of the Quinto Centenario de la fundación de la ciudad de Trujillo (Fifth Centenary of the foundation of the city of Trujillo)in the department of Colón.
The ceremony, impregnated with emotion, solemnity and national prideThe event, with the outstanding participation of First Field Artillery BattalionThe company's personnel accompanied the Trujillo community in an event that marked a milestone in local history.
One of the most poignant moments of the event was the final gun salute demonstrationby Naval Academy cadetsThe cannon shots were fired with precision and military discipline and echoed throughout the bay of Trujillo. The echo of the cannon shots not only symbolized respect and recognition to the past of the city, but also the continued commitment of the Armed Forces to sovereignty and national identity.
This commemorative act reaffirms the service vocation of the Armed Forces not only in defense tasks, but also in the strengthening of the cultural heritage and national civism. The military presence in this type of events reflects the close bond between the armed institutions and the Honduran people, consolidating values of unity, respect and belonging.
Thus, amidst applause, emotion and an atmosphere of deep meaning, the city of Trujillo closed its commemorative day accompanied by the respect and support of those who watch over peace, history and the country's future.






