“Our human compassion binds us the one to the other – not in pity or patronizingly, but as human beings who have learnt how to turn our common suffering into hope for the future.” – Nelson Mandela.
As we prepare for our annual Heroes Day Celebration here in Antigua & Barbuda on Monday 9, December the death of beloved peace icon Nelson Mandela will resonate with us. Mr. Mandela redefined the meaning of courage, sacrifice and forgiveness and to the world it feels as if we have lost a “beloved father and a leader who belong to all humanity.
Sir Vere Cornwall Bird Sr. and Nelson Mandela
As Mr. Mandela did our National Heroes played a significant roles in our history and the building of our nation, breaking boundaries and barriers.
Our National Heroes:
King “Prince Klass” Court – leader of the slavery revolt that freed the country from slavery regulations.
The Honourable Doctor Sir Vere Cornwall Bird Senior – First Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda
Dame Georgiana Nellie Robinson – educator and leader in education
Sir George H. Walter – Second Premier of Antigua and Barbuda
Sir Vivian Richards – Cricket Legend
From left to right: King “Prince Klass” Court, Sir Vere Cornwall Bird Sr, Dame Georgiana Nellie Robinson, Sir George H. Walter and Sir Vivian Richards
Celebrate your heroes with us this Heroes Day at Bay House Restaurant & Bar, we are open from 7am – 11pm serving all day breakfast, full deck and dinner menus will also be available or raise a glass in honour of your hero at Tapas on the Deck during happy hour. For more information call (268) 462-1223 or e-mail: info@twhantigua.com.
