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[QUOTE="Queen, post: 87498, member: 27"]
Flags at half-mast across all BDF installations set the tone as Botswana paused to honor military personnel who died serving the nation.

Fallen Heroes Commemoration ceremony
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[*]President Duma Boko led the solemn event at Parliament Grounds.
[*]Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe and former President Seretse Khama Ian Khama attended.
[*]Speaker Dithapelo Keorapetse and Minister Moeti Mohwasa were present.
[*]Senior officials, MPs, and BDF officers all participated.
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Origins of the commemoration
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[*]Fifteen BDF members died in the Lesoma Ambush on February 27, 1978.
[*]Rhodesian regime forces carried out that attack.
[*]The first ceremony happened in 2011 at Extension 14 Cemetery.
[*]Its scope was later expanded, and the name changed to Fallen Heroes Day.
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Ceremonial traditions explained
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[*]A moment of silence opens space for mourning and reflection.
[*]The Last Post bugle call serves as a final farewell.
[*]A three-gun volley salute demonstrates respect and trust.
[*]Reveille signals that duty carries on for active personnel.
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Wreath-laying and national significance
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[*]Wreath laying forms the emotional centerpiece of the whole event.
[*]Leaders and the public collectively acknowledge military sacrifices.
[*]Current and future BDF members get reminded of duty and courage.
[*]Annual observance keeps Botswana's military heritage alive.
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