KUALA LUMPUR (Aug 31, 2013): The grand number of Malaysians gathered for the celebration of the 56th Merdeka Day was a testament to the spirit of patriotism that unites all layers of society.
Merdeka Square was crowded by thousands of people including tourists, many wearing their patriotism on their sleeves by proudly displaying "Jalur Gemilang" and some even found creative ways to use the national flag as a costume.
This year's theme was "Malaysiaku Berdaulat: Tanah Tumpahnya Darahku" (My Sovereign Malaysia: My Homeland), paying homage to the lives that were sacrificed in the brutal Lahad Datu invasion.
The security forces and family members of those killed during the Lahad Datu incursion were special guests at the parade and there was a musical reenactment of the bloody battle.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Abdul Razak was visibly moved by the national pride that was evident by contingents taking part in the parade and by the loud cheers from the crowd during the procession.
"It was a hair raising feeling for me to witness the patriotic spirit shown.
"The theme this year reflects us as Malaysians, where we were born in Malaysia, we grew up in Malaysia, we make a living Malaysia, and by God's grace, we will be buried in Malaysia," he said after the parade.
He also thanked various committees, the security forces, the public and private sectors, and students taking part in the parade and making it into a huge success.
Najib said that Malaysians should be grateful and learn from history so that the peace enjoyed today would be sustainable.
(Source: The Sun Daily)
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