CA Country Anthems

Honduras National Anthem History

Himno Nacional de Honduras

The "Himno Nacional de Honduras" was officially adopted on November 13, 1915, with music by Carlos Hartling and lyrics by Augusto Constancio Coello. Uniquely, its seven verses narrate the country's history from Christopher Columbus's arrival to its independence.

Honduras Himno Nacional de Honduras

Honduras

Language
Spanish
Anthem
Himno Nacional de Honduras
Duration
2:47
Status
Today, the anthem's chorus and final verse are commonly used for official events, while all seven verses are memorized by schoolchildren as a historical lesson.

History timeline

  1. Before 1915

    Various patriotic songs were used unofficially as the national anthem.

  2. 1915

    Carlos Hartling composed the music and Augusto Constancio Coello wrote the lyrics for the new anthem.

  3. November 13, 1915

    The "Himno Nacional de Honduras" was officially adopted.

  4. Ongoing

    The anthem's seven historical verses are memorized by schoolchildren to learn national history.

  5. Ongoing

    On official occasions, only the chorus and the final verse are typically performed.

The Honduran national anthem is unique among many for chronicling the entire history of the country, from Columbus's arrival to its independence, across its seven verses.