Marshall Islands
- Language
- English
- Anthem
- Forever Marshall Islands
- Duration
- 2:18
- Status
- “Forever Marshall Islands” continues to be the national anthem, celebrating the country's independence and identity.
Marshall Islands National Anthem History
Forever Marshall Islands · Indeeo M̧ajeļ
The national anthem, “Forever Marshall Islands,” was adopted in 1991 following the nation's achievement of full sovereignty. It was uniquely composed and written by the country's first president, Amata Kabua.
Marshall Islands
Forever Marshall Islands
History timeline
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1986
The Marshall Islands were granted full sovereignty from their trust territory status.
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1991
“Forever Marshall Islands” was officially adopted as the new national anthem.
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1991
The words and music for the anthem were created by Amata Kabua, the first president.
The national anthem of the Marshall Islands was entirely created by the nation's first president, Amata Kabua, who composed both its music and lyrics.