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Published on: July 3rd, 2020

15 Great Speeches to Remind America what Independence Day is About

This year we will celebrate the 244 th anniversary of American independence. This day does not only represent the creation of a new nation, but the creation of a new civilization, one founded on the principles of freedom, self-government, and equality. Here are 15 speeches to inspire new vigor for our founding principles. Looking at who and what we were will help us remember who and what we ought to be.

1. Patrick Henry, “Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death” 1775

Patrick Henry gave this speech in 1775 at the Virginia Convention. It took place only a few months after the assembly of the first Continental Congress had sent King George III a petition for the redress of grievances. Boston Harbor was also blockaded by the British in retaliation for the Boston Tea Party. Tensions were high, revolution seemed inevitable, but still many political leaders in Virginia held out hope that the relationship with Great Britain could be restored. Patrick Henry sought to dispel them of that notion.

Patrick Henry was a lawyer and had a reputation as one of the greatest opponents of British taxation. In this speech he argues passionately for independence. He made his case clear in the opening of his speech stating, “For my own part, I consider it as nothing less than a question of freedom or slavery…” He chides the assembly for indulging in “illusions of hope” for passively waiting “to be betrayed with a kiss” and for falling prey to the siren songs of the British.

He reminds the assembly of the lengths the colonists have gone to in order to plead their case to the British, “We have petitioned; we have remonstrated; we have supplicated; we have prostrated ourselves before the throne, and have implored its interposition to arrest the tyrannical hands of the ministry and Parliament.” He then states how the British have received such outreach, “Our petitions have been slighted; our remonstrances have produced additional violence and insult; our supplications have been disregarded; and we have been spurned, with contempt, from the foot of the throne.”

Next is Henry’s powerful call to action, a call that would galvanize the colonies into declaring independence from Great Britain:

In vain, after these things, may we indulge the fond hope of peace and reconciliation. There is no longer any room for hope. If we wish to be free if we mean to preserve inviolate those inestimable privileges for which we have been so long contending if we mean not basely to abandon the noble struggle in which we have been so long engaged, and which we have pledged ourselves never to abandon until the glorious object of our contest shall be obtained, we must fight! I repeat it, sir, we must fight! An appeal to arms and to the God of Hosts is all that is left us! … Besides, sir, we shall not fight our battles alone. There is a just God who presides over the destinies of nations; and who will raise up friends to fight our battles for us. The battle, sir, is not to the strong alone; it is to the vigilant, the active, the brave… There is no retreat but in submission and slavery! Our chains are forged! Their clanking may be heard on the plains of Boston! The war is inevitable and let it come! I repeat it, sir, let it come. It is in vain, sir, to extenuate the matter. Gentlemen may cry, Peace, Peace but there is no peace. The war is actually begun! The next gale that sweeps from the north will bring to our ears the clash of resounding arms! Our brethren are already in the field! Why stand we here idle? What is it that gentlemen wish? What would they have? Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!

Read Patrick’s entire speech . Watch Patrick’s speech on YouTube .

2. Samuel Adams, “On American Independence” 1776

Samuel Adams was a delegate to the First Continental Congress in 1774, was a Signer of the Declaration of Independence, helped get the Constitution ratified in the Massachusetts Convention, and became Governor of Massachusetts in 1794.

In this speech Adams recognizes that this was not simply a battle that would determine the fate of two nations, but the fate of the world at large. He declared, “Courage, then, my countrymen; our contest is not only whether we ourselves shall be free, but whether there shall be left to mankind an asylum on earth for civil and religious liberty.”

Adams notes the ability of men to “deliberately and voluntarily” form for themselves a political society. He cites John Hampden, John Locke, and Algernon Sidney whose ideas and actions paved the way for such a feat. Of this new founding he states:

Other nations have received their laws from conquerors; some are indebted for a constitution to the suffering of their ancestors through revolving centuries. The people of this country, alone, have formally and deliberately chosen a government for themselves, and with open and uninfluenced consent bound themselves into a social compact. Here no man proclaims his birth or wealth as a title to honorable distinction, or to sanctify ignorance and vice with the name of hereditary authority. He who has most zeal and ability to promote public felicity, let him be the servant of the public. This is the only line of distinction drawn by nature. Leave the bird of night to the obscurity for which nature intended him, and expect only from the eagle to brush the clouds with his wings and look boldly in the face of the sun.

He like Patrick Henry then gives a call to action:

We have no other alternative than independence, or the most ignominious and galling servitude. The legions of our enemies thicken on our plains; desolation and death mark their bloody career, while the mangled corpses of our countrymen seem to cry out to us as a voice from heaven.

Lastly, Adams ends his address declaring the people of America the guardians of their own liberty. Then with an ode to the ancient Roman republic he ends stating, “Nothing that we propose can pass into a law without your consent. Be yourselves, O Americans, the authors of those laws on which your happiness depends.”

You can read Samuel Adams' full speech .

3. John Quincy Adams, “An Address Celebrating the Declaration of Independence” 1821

Adams begins the speech recounting the first settlers of the Plymouth colony and how they entered into a written covenant with one another on the eve of their landing. Of this event he states,

Thus was a social compact formed upon the elementary principles of civil society, in which conquest and servitude had no part. The slough of brutal force was entirely cast off; all was voluntary; all was unbiased consent; all was the agreement of soul with soul.

Adams continues to trace America’s historical and political development throughout the speech. He recalls how the British mistreated the colonists from the beginning, citing how Britain went against its own ideas and principles in denying the colonists representation and consent. He states, “For the independence of North America, there were ample and sufficient causes in the laws of moral and physical nature.”

Adams’ ode to the Declaration of Independence is most worth reading:

It was the first solemn declaration by a nation of the only legitimate foundation of civil government. It was the corner stone of a new fabric, destined to cover the surface of the globe. It demolished at a stroke the lawfulness of all governments founded upon conquest. It swept away all the rubbish of accumulated centuries of servitude. It announced in practical form to the world the transcendent truth of the unalienable sovereignty of the people. It proved that the social compact was no figment of the imagination; but a real, solid, and sacred bond of the social union. From the day of this declaration, the people of North America were no longer the fragment of a distant empire, imploring justice and mercy from an inexorable master in another hemisphere. They were no longer children appealing in vain to the sympathies of a heartless mother; no longer subjects leaning upon the shattered columns of royal promises, and invoking the faith of parchment to secure their rights. They were a nation, asserting as of right, and maintaining by war, its own existence. A nation was born in a day. […] [T]hat a new civilization had come, a new spirit had arisen on this side of the Atlantic more advanced and more developed in its regard for the rights of the individual than that which characterized the Old World. Life in a new and open country had aspirations which could not be realized in any subordinate position. A separate establishment was ultimately inevitable. It had been decreed by the very laws of human nature. Man everywhere has an unconquerable desire to be the master of his own destiny.

Adams goes on to pronounce that the Declaration was more than the “mere secession of territory” and the “establishment of a nation.” No, these things have occurred before, but the Declaration of Independence not only liberated America but ennobled all of humanity, he stated. 

You can read John Quincy Adams' entire speech here .

  4. Daniel Webster “Speech at the laying of the cornerstone of the capitol,” July 4, 1851.

Daniel Webster was one of the most prominent lawyers in the 19 th century, arguing over 200 cases before the Supreme Court. He also represented New Hampshire and Massachusetts in Congress and was Secretary of State under three presidents. Webster is also known for his speech in Congress, called the Second Reply to Hayne, which derided the theory of nullification espoused by John C. Calhoun.

Webster’s speech on the occasion of laying the Capital building’s cornerstone had a patriotic tone, He begins with the celebratory declaration, “This is America! This is Washington! And this the Capitol of the United States!”

Of the Founding generation Webster stated,

The Muse inspiring our Fathers was the Genius of Liberty, all on fire with a sense of oppression, and a resolution to throw it off; the whole world was the stage and higher characters than princes trod it… how well the characters were cast, and how well each acted his part…

He went on to speak about the tremendous sacrifice the men who signed the Declaration paid. “It was sealed in blood,” he stated. Of the liberty that the Founding generation bestowed upon successive generations Webster said,

Every man’s heart swells within him; every man’s port and bearing becomes somewhat more proud and lofty, as he remembers that seventy-five years have rolled away, and that the great inheritance of liberty is still his; his undiminished and unimpaired; his in all its original glory’ his to enjoy’ his to protect; and his to transmit to future generations.

Finally, Webster made clear that American liberty is unique among nations,

I have said, gentlemen, that our inheritance is an inheritance of American liberty. That liberty is characteristic, peculiar, and altogether our own. Nothing like it existed in former times, nor was known in the most enlightened States of antiquity; while with us its principles have become interwoven into the minds of individual men… […] And, finally another most important part of the great fabric of American liberty is, that there shall be written constitutions, founded on the immediate authority of the people themselves, and regulating and restraining all the powers conferred upon Government, whether legislative, executive, or judicial.

You can read Daniel Webster's entire speech here .

5. Frederick Douglass, “What to the slave is the 4 th of July?”  July 5, 1852

He spoke about the Founding Fathers as men of courage who “preferred revolution to peaceful submission to bondage.” Of the “fathers of this republic” he said, “They were statesmen, patriots and heroes, and for the good they did, and the principles they contended for, I will unite with you to honor their memory.”

Drawing a contrast between the Founders and the men of his generation advocating the positive good of slavery Douglass stated,

They believed in order; but not in the order of tyranny. With them, nothing was “settled” that was not right. With them, justice, liberty and humanity were “final;” not slavery and oppression. You may well cherish the memory of such men. They were great in their day and generation. Their solid manhood stands out the more as we contrast it with these degenerate times.

Douglass encouraged Americans to celebrate the Declaration as the ring-bolt to the chains of the United Sates’ destiny. “The principles contained in that instrument are saving principles. Stand by those principles, be true to them on all occasions, in all places, against all foes, and at whatever cost,” he stated.

Douglass then rightly points out that America was not living up to its own ideals as laid out in the Declaration when it came to the millions of black men and women still enslaved. He stated,

Fellow-citizens, pardon me, allow me to ask, why am I called upon to speak here to-day? What have I, or those I represent, to do with your national independence? Are the great principles of political freedom and of natural justice, embodied in that Declaration of Independence, extended to us? and am I, therefore, called upon to bring our humble offering to the national altar, and to confess the benefits and express devout gratitude for the blessings resulting from your independence to us?

Of Slavery’s effects on the American union he declared, “It fetters your progress; it is the enemy of improvement, the deadly foe of education; it fosters pride; it breeds insolence; it promotes vice; it shelters crime; it is a curse to the earth that supports it…”

He goes on to explain that this anniversary does not yet include black men and women. He stated, “The rich inheritance of justice, liberty, prosperity and independence, bequeathed by your fathers, is shared by you, not by me.” Yet Douglass was optimistic that this would soon change. He called the Constitution a “GLORIOUS LIBERTY DOCUMENT.” He exhorted the assembly to consider the Constitution’s preamble and ask themselves if slavery was listed as one of its purposes.

He finished his momentous speech by saying, 

Allow me to say, in conclusion, notwithstanding the dark picture I have this day presented of the state of the nation, I do not despair of this country. There are forces in operation, which must inevitably work the downfall of slavery. “The arm of the Lord is not shortened,” and the doom of slavery is certain. I, therefore, leave off where I began, with hope. While drawing encouragement from the Declaration of Independence, the great principles it contains, and the genius of American Institutions, my spirit is also cheered by the obvious tendencies of the age.

You can read Frederick Douglass' entire speech here .

6. Abraham Lincoln, Electric Cord Speech, 1858

In this speech often titled, “Speech at Chicago, Illinois” Abraham Lincoln replies to Senator Stephen Douglas’ conception of popular sovereignty. This was a theory that argued that each new territory should be able to decide whether or not to have slavery within their borders instead of allowing the federal government to decide. Lincoln saw this as a repeal of the Missouri Compromise which kept slavery relegated to the South.

To make his case against popular sovereignty and the expansion of slavery Lincoln argues that the adopters of the Constitution decreed that slavery should not go into the new territory and that the slave trade should be cut off within twenty years by an act of Congress. “What were [these provisions] but a clear indication that the framers of the Constitution intended and expected the ultimate extinction of that institution,” Lincoln asked the crowd.

After expounding upon the evils of slavery and recent actions to preserve the institution Lincoln turns to the Declaration of Independence for support. He stated,

We hold this annual celebration to remind ourselves of all the good done in this process of time of how it was done and who did it, and how we are historically connected with it; and we go from these meetings in better humor with ourselves—we feel more attached the one to the other and more firmly bound to the country we inhabit. In every way we are better men in the age, and race, and country in which we live for these celebrations. But after we have done all this we have not yet reached the whole. There is something else connected with it. We have besides these men—descended by blood from our ancestors—among us perhaps half our people who are not descendants at all of these men, they are men who have come from Europe—German, Irish, French and Scandinavian—men that have come from Europe themselves, or whose ancestors have come hither and settled here, finding themselves our equals in all things. If they look back through this history to trace their connection with those days by blood, they find they have none, they cannot carry themselves back into that glorious epoch and make themselves feel that they are part of us, but when they look through that old Declaration of Independence they find that those old men say that “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal,” and then they feel that that moral sentiment taught in that day evidences their relation to those men, that it is the father of all moral principle in them, and that they have a right to claim it as though they were blood of the blood, and flesh of the flesh of the men who wrote that Declaration, (loud and long continued applause) and so they are. That is the electric cord in that Declaration that links the hearts of patriotic and liberty-loving men together, that will link those patriotic hearts as long as the love of freedom exists in the minds of men throughout the world.

You can read the entire Electric Cord speech here .

7. Abraham Lincoln, Address in Independence Hall, February 22, 1861

On Abraham Lincoln's inaugural journey to Washington as president-elect, he stopped in Philadelphia at the site where the Declaration of Independence had been signed. There he said,

I have never had a feeling politically that did not spring from the sentiments embodied in the Declaration of Independence. I have often pondered over the dangers which were incurred by the men who assembled here, and framed and adopted that Declaration of Independence. I have pondered over the toils that were endured by the officers and soldiers of the army who achieved that Independence. I have often inquired of myself, what great principle or idea it was that kept this Confederacy so long together. It was not the mere matter of the separation of the Colonies from the motherland; but that sentiment in the Declaration of Independence which gave liberty, not alone to the people of this country, but, I hope, to the world, for all future time. It was that which gave promise that in due time the weight would be lifted from the shoulders of all men. This is a sentiment embodied in the Declaration of Independence.

You can read the entire address in Independence Hall here .

8. Abraham Lincoln, Fragments on the Constitution and Union, January 1, 1861

This short selection is not part of Lincoln’s tome of public speeches. One theory is that Lincoln wrote it while composing his first inaugural address. It is noteworthy because of Lincoln’s argument that what is most important about America are the principles and ideals it was founded upon. That principle, he states, is “Liberty to all.”

The  expression  of that principle, in our Declaration of Independence, was most happy, and fortunate.  Without  this, as well as  with  it, we could have declared our independence of Great Britain; but  without  it, we could not, I think, have secured our free government, and consequent prosperity. No oppressed, people will  fight,  and  endure,  as our fathers did, without the promise of something better, than a mere change of masters. The assertion of that principle, at that time, was the word, “fitly spoken” which has proved an “apple of gold” to us. The Union, and the Constitution, are the picture of silver, subsequently framed around it. The picture was made, not to conceal, or destroy the apple; but to adorn, and preserve it. The picture was made for the apple–not the apple for the picture.

Read the entire Fragments on the Constitution and Union selection here .

9. Abraham Lincoln, The Gettysburg Address, November 19, 1863

Aside from our original founding documents the Gettysburg address is perhaps the most important American creed ever written. It signifies America’s second founding or the moment our first founding more fully aligned with its own ideals. Since its decree America has begun to live in what Lincoln called “a new birth of freedom.” Here are selections from the address:

Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth, upon this continent, a new nation, conceived in liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal. […] It is rather for us, the living, we here be dedicated to the great task remaining before us that, from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they here, gave the last full measure of devotion that we here highly resolve these dead shall not have died in vain; that the nation, shall have a new birth of freedom, and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.

You can read the full Gettysburg Address here .

10. Winston Churchill, “The Third Great Title-Deed of Anglo-American Liberties” July 4, 1918

A great harmony exists between the spirit and language of the Declaration of Independence and all we are fighting for now. A similar harmony exists between the principles of that Declaration and all that the British people have wished to stand for, and have in fact achieved at last both here at home and in the self-governing Dominions of the Crown. The Declaration of Independence is not only an American document. It follows on Magna Carta and the Bill of Rights as the third great title-deed on which the liberties of the English-speaking people are founded.

Read Churchill's entire speech here .

11. Calvin Coolidge, “Speech on the 150 th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, July 5 1926

 Calvin Coolidge, the 30 th president of the United States, was sworn in after President Harding’s unexpected death. Harding’s administration was steeped in scandal. Coolidge is known for restoring integrity to the executive branch by rooting out corruption and being a model of integrity.

Coolidge gave his Fourth of July Speech in Philadelphia, the birthplace of our nation. There he pointed to the Liberty Bell as a great American symbol,

It is little wonder that people at home and abroad consider Independence Hall as hallowed ground and revere the Liberty Bell as a sacred relic. That pile of bricks and mortar, that mass of metal, might appear to the uninstructed as only the outgrown meeting place and the shattered bell of a former time, useless now because of more modern conveniences, but to those who know they have become consecrated by the use which men have made of them. They have long been identified with a great cause. They are the framework of a spiritual event.

Of the Declaration Coolidge stated,

It was not because it was proposed to establish a new nation, but because it was proposed to establish a nation on new principles, that July 4, 1776, has come to be regarded as one of the greatest days in history. Great ideas do not burst upon the world unannounced. They are reached by a gradual development over a length of time usually proportionate to their importance. This is especially true of the principles laid down in the Declaration of Independence. Three very definite propositions were set out in its preamble regarding the nature of mankind and therefore of government. These were the doctrine that all men are created equal, that they are endowed with certain inalienable rights, and that therefore the source of the just powers of government must be derived from the consent of the governed.

Of his trust in our Founding documents he said,

It is not so much, then, for the purpose of undertaking to proclaim new theories and principles that this annual celebration is maintained, but rather to reaffirm and reestablish those old theories and principles which time and the unerring logic of events have demonstrated to be sound. Amid all the clash of conflicting interests, amid all the welter of partisan politics, every American can turn for solace and consolation to the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States with the assurance and confidence that those two great charters of freedom and justice remain firm and unshaken. Whatever perils appear, whatever dangers threaten, the Nation remains secure in the knowledge that the ultimate application of the law of the land will provide an adequate defense and protection.

Read Coolidge's full speech here .

12. John F. Kennedy, “Some Elements of the American Character” July 4, 1946

John F. Kennedy gave this speech as a candidate for Congress. In it he offers a robust defense of America’s founding. He lauds America’s religious character and derides the theory that America’s founders were concerned purely with economic interests. He explicitly states,

In recent years, the existence of this element in the American character has been challenged by those who seek to give an economic interpretation to American history. They seek to destroy our faith in our past so that they may guide our future. These cynics are wrong…

 Kennedy instead argues,

In Revolutionary times, the cry "No taxation without representation" was not an economic complaint. Rather, it was directly traceable to the eminently fair and just principle that no sovereign power has the right to govern without the consent of the governed. Anything short of that was tyranny. It was against this tyranny that the colonists "fired the shot heard 'round the world."

Kennedy then espouses a political theory of the American founding that relies on natural rights, 

The American Constitution has set down for all men to see the essentially Christian and American principle that there are certain rights held by every man which no government and no majority, however powerful, can deny. Conceived in Grecian thought, strengthened by Christian morality, and stamped indelibly into American political philosophy, the right of the individual against the State is the keystone of our Constitution. Each man is free.

You can read John F. Kennedy's full speech here .

13. Martin Luther King Jr., “I Have a Dream” 1963

Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream Speech” is another great cry from another great man declaring that America was not living up to its founding principles.

King begins his speech by harkening back to Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation. He states, “This momentous decree came as a great beacon light of hope to millions of Negro slaves who had been seared in the flames of withering injustice.” Yet, he argues, 100 years later black men and women are still not free. To right this wrong, he points to the Declaration,

In a sense we've come to our nation's capital to cash a check. When the architects of our republic wrote the magnificent words of the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, they were signing a promissory note to which every American was to fall heir. This note was a promise that all men, yes, black men as well as white men, would be guaranteed the "unalienable Rights" of "Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." It is obvious today that America has defaulted on this promissory note, insofar as her citizens of color are concerned. Instead of honoring this sacred obligation, America has given the Negro people a bad check, a check which has come back marked "insufficient funds."

King refused to believe that there was no hope. He said,

But we refuse to believe that the bank of justice is bankrupt. We refuse to believe that there are insufficient funds in the great vaults of opportunity of this nation. And so, we've come to cash this check, a check that will give us upon demand the riches of freedom and the security of justice.

King’s dream inspired a nation to live up to its ideals. His beautiful words have become iconic,

I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal."

 You can read and listen to "I Have a Dream" in full here .

14. Martin Luther King Jr. “The American Dream” Sermon Delivered at Ebenezar Baptist Church” July 4, 1965

In this sermon delivered on July 4, 1965, Martin Luther King Jr. locates the substance of the American dream within the Declaration of Independence. About the statement, “All men are created equal,” King states, “The first saying we notice in this dream is an amazing universalism. It doesn’t say “some men,” it says “all men.”

King goes on to explain to the congregation what separates the United States from other nations around the world.

 Then that dream goes on to say another thing that ultimately distinguishes our nation and our form of government from any totalitarian system in the world. It says that each of us has certain basic rights that are neither derived from or conferred by the state.

As the source of these inalienable rights King points to the fact that they are God-given. “Never before in the history of the world has a sociopolitical document expressed in such profound, eloquent, and unequivocal language the dignity and the worth of human personality,” he said.

King goes on to point out that America has not lived up to this dream. He describes America as being “divided against herself.” He argues that America cannot afford an “anemic democracy.”

He however professed hope that this dream will challenge America to remember her “noble capacity for justice and love and brotherhood.” He further challenged America to respect the “dignity and worth of all human personality” and to live up to the ideal that “all men are created equal.”

King clarifies that equality does not mean that every musician is a Mozart or every philosopher an Aristotle, but that all men are “equal in intrinsic worth.” He points to the Biblical concept of imago dei . He states, “[T]are no gradations in the image of God. Every man from a treble white to a bass black is significant on God’s keyboard, precisely because every man is made in the image of God. He ends his sermon with these powerful words,

We have a dream. It started way back in 1776, and God grant that America will be true to her dream. I still have a dream this morning that truth will reign supreme and all of God’s children will respect the dignity and worth of human personality. And when this day comes the morning stars will sing together and the sons of God will shout for joy.

Read Martin Luther King Jr.'s full sermon here .

15. Ronald Reagan, “Address to the Nation on Independence Day” July 4, 1986

In this speech Reagan recalls the moment of the signing of the Declaration,

Fifty-six men came forward to sign the parchment. It was noted at the time that they pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honors. And that was more than rhetoric; each of those men knew the penalty for high treason to the Crown. ``We must all hang together,'' Benjamin Franklin said, ``or, assuredly, we will all hang separately.'' And John Hancock, it is said, wrote his signature in large script so King George could see it without his spectacles. They were brave. They stayed brave through all the bloodshed of the coming years. Their courage created a nation built on a universal claim to human dignity, on the proposition that every man, woman, and child had a right to a future of freedom.

Reagan also talked about the beautiful friendship between Thomas Jefferson and John Adams. He noted how they died on the same day, July 4 th , exactly 50 years after the signing of the Declaration of Independence. It was their first gift to us, Reagan said.

My fellow Americans, it falls to us to keep faith with them and all the great Americans of our past. Believe me, if there's one impression I carry with me after the privilege of holding for 5 ½ years the office held by Adams and Jefferson and Lincoln, it is this: that the things that unite us -- America's past of which we're so proud, our hopes and aspirations for the future of the world and this much-loved country -- these things far outweigh what little divides us. And so tonight we reaffirm that Jew and gentile, we are one nation under God; that black and white, we are one nation indivisible; that Republican and Democrat, we are all Americans. Tonight, with heart and hand, through whatever trial and travail, we pledge ourselves to each other and to the cause of human freedom, the cause that has given light to this land and hope to the world.

You can watch Ronald Reagan's speech here or read Reagan's speech here .

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Independence Day Speech in English for Students

Independence day speech in english.

Independence Day Speech – We celebrate Independence Day as the national festival of India. The Day marks the anniversary of national independence from the British Empire on 15th august 1947.

Furthermore, it is the most auspicious day for the people of India because India becomes independent after lots of hardships and sacrifices of the brave Indian freedom fighters.

From that day onwards 15th August become a very important day in Indian history and in the hearts of every Indian. Also, the entire nation celebrates this day with the full spirit of patriotism.

After the independence, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru was chosen as the first Prime Minister of India. Moreover, he unfurled our tricolor flag at the Red Fort in the national capital, New Delhi for the first time.

From there onwards, every year we celebrate Independence Day at Red Fort New Delhi. In addition, the army performs many tasks that also include a march past cultural programs by school students.

In addition, we celebrate Independence Day to remember the lives that we sacrificed to gain this freedom. As they are the ones who struggled for our country. Furthermore, on his day we forget our differences and unites as one true nation should.

Importance of Independence Day Celebration

We celebrate Independence Day on a vast scale in our country. Also, every government building is decorated with tricolor lights that orange, white, and green just like the national flag.

Furthermore, every official and office staff whether private or government has to be present in the office for the flag hoisting ceremony and singing our National Anthem. Besides, there is a lot of other reasons to celebrate our independence day.

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Honor the Memory of our Freedom Fighters

Freedom fighters struggled to make our country free from the Britishers. In addition, they were the ones who sacrificed their lives for the country. On this day every citizen of our country pays tribute to them.

Furthermore, the schools and colleges organize various functions to celebrate our independence and to pay tribute to these freedom fighters. Also, students perform in these programs that depict the struggle of our freedom fighters.

In schools and colleges, students give solo and duet performances of patriotic songs. These songs fill our hearts with a feeling of patriotism and love for our country. Usually, in offices, it is a non-working day but all the staff and officials gather to express their patriotism for the country.

In addition, at various offices, employees deliver speeches to enlighten people about the freedom struggle. Also, about the efforts of our freedom fighters to make this country an independent nation.

To spark the spirit of patriotism in youth

The youth of our country has the power to change the nation. By means, someone rightly said that the future hinge on to the young generation. Hence it becomes our duty to serve the nation and make every possible effort to make our county better.

One of the main motives for celebrating Independence Day is to make the young generation aware of the sacrifices we have made to make this country a better place for them.

Most noteworthy, it tells them how our country got independence from the grasps of the Britishers. And about the sacrifices, our freedom fighter has made for the country. Also, we do it to make our children aware of the history of our country.

Furthermore, it makes them aware of the development that took place in the past years. Consequently, to make them serious about our future and careers which they put forth to make our country better.

To sum it up, gaining independence from Britishers was not easy. And it’s because of the struggle and hardship of our freedom fighter that we now live in a free country. On Independence Day we remember the long battle that our freedom fighters fought and sacrifices that they have made.

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Indian Independence Day Speech

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An Indian Independence Day Speech is a formal address delivered on the 15th of August each year to commemorate India’s independence from British rule, which was achieved on August 15, 1947. This speech typically highlights the significance of the day, honors the sacrifices of freedom fighters, and emphasizes the values of freedom, unity, and patriotism. It is often delivered by leaders, such as the Prime Minister, school principals, teachers, and students, during various celebratory events across the country.

What is Indian Independence Day Speech?

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Indian Independence Day Speech Format

1. introduction.

Greeting: Start with a respectful and warm greeting to the audience. Acknowledgement: Acknowledge the significance of the day and the presence of dignitaries, teachers, parents, and students.

2. Historical Context

Background: Briefly describe the history leading up to August 15, 1947. Freedom Struggle: Highlight key events and movements in the struggle for independence. Key Figures: Mention prominent leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Sardar Patel, and others.

3. Celebrating Freedom

Significance: Discuss the importance of freedom and what it means for the nation. Progress Since Independence: Highlight achievements in various fields such as technology, education, and economy since gaining independence.

4. Unity and Diversity

Cultural Heritage: Emphasize India’s diverse culture and how it contributes to the nation’s unity. National Pride: Encourage a sense of pride in being Indian and the values that unite the country.

5. Challenges and Responsibilities

Current Challenges: Address the challenges the nation faces today. Role of Citizens: Discuss the responsibilities of citizens in upholding the values of freedom and democracy.

6. Inspirational Messages

Quotes and Anecdotes: Include inspiring quotes from freedom fighters and leaders. Motivational Thoughts: Encourage the audience to contribute to the nation’s growth and development.

7. Conclusion

Summary: Summarize the key points discussed in the speech. Call to Action: End with a motivating message or call to action for the audience to take pride in their country and work towards a better future. Closing Remarks: Thank the audience for their attention and participation.

Indian Independence Day Speech Example

Good morning, respected teachers, parents, and my dear friends! Today, we gather to celebrate a very special day in our nation’s history— Indian Independence Day . This day marks the anniversary of our freedom from British rule on August 15, 1947. It is a day to remember our past and honor the sacrifices made by countless freedom fighters who fought bravely to make India a free and independent nation. Historical Context On this day, 77 years ago, India gained independence after a long and arduous struggle. Our leaders, including Mahatma Gandhi , Jawaharlal Nehru , Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel , and many others, led the nation with courage and determination. They faced numerous challenges and hardships but never gave up on their dream of a free India. Celebrating Freedom Independence Day is not just a holiday; it is a day of great significance. It reminds us of the value of freedom and the importance of unity and resilience. Since 1947, India has made tremendous progress in various fields such as technology, education, and healthcare. Our nation has grown stronger and more vibrant, reflecting the true spirit of independence. Unity and Diversity India is a land of diverse cultures, languages, and traditions. Our diversity is our strength, and it unites us as a nation. On this day, we celebrate the rich cultural heritage that makes India unique. We must continue to uphold the values of unity, tolerance, and respect for all, which are the pillars of our democracy. Challenges and Responsibilities While we celebrate our achievements, we must also acknowledge the challenges that lie ahead. As responsible citizens, it is our duty to work together to overcome these challenges. We must strive to eliminate poverty, improve education, and ensure that every citizen enjoys the benefits of freedom and democracy. Inspirational Messages Let us draw inspiration from the words of Mahatma Gandhi: “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” Each one of us has a role to play in building a better future for our country. By working together, we can make India a nation that stands tall on the global stage. Conclusion In conclusion, let us take pride in our nation’s achievements and commit to contributing positively to its future. Let us remember the sacrifices of our freedom fighters and honor their legacy by upholding the values of freedom, justice, and equality. Thank you for your attention. Happy Independence Day!

Short Indian Independence Day Speech Example

Good morning, respected teachers, parents, and my dear friends! Today, we gather to celebrate a very special day in our nation’s history— Indian Independence Day . On August 15, 1947, India became free from British rule, thanks to the sacrifices of countless freedom fighters. Historical Context Leaders like Mahatma Gandhi , Jawaharlal Nehru , and Sardar Patel fought tirelessly for our freedom. Their bravery and determination paved the way for our independence. Celebrating Freedom Independence Day is a reminder of the value of freedom and the progress we have made as a nation. Since 1947, India has achieved great advancements in technology, education, and healthcare. Unity and Diversity India’s strength lies in its diversity. Our country is a beautiful mosaic of different cultures, languages, and traditions. This unity in diversity is what makes India special. Responsibilities as Citizens As we celebrate, we must also remember our responsibilities. Let us work together to overcome challenges and build a better future for our country. Each one of us has a role to play in making India stronger and more prosperous. Conclusion In conclusion, let us honor the sacrifices of our freedom fighters and take pride in our nation’s achievements. Let’s commit to upholding the values of freedom, justice, and equality. Thank you for your attention. Happy Independence Day!

• India’s Progress Since Independence

• The Role of Mahatma Gandhi in India’s Independence

• The Importance of Unity and Diversity in India

How to Write Indian Independence Day Speech

Greeting: Start with a respectful and warm greeting.

Acknowledgment: Mention the significance of the day.

Brief History: Summarize the struggle for independence.

Key Figures: Highlight important leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Sardar Patel.

Significance: Explain the importance of Independence Day.

Achievements: Mention key achievements since independence.

Cultural Diversity: Emphasize India’s diverse culture.

National Unity: Highlight the importance of unity in diversity.

5. Responsibilities as Citizens

Civic Duty: Discuss the responsibilities of citizens.

Future Vision: Encourage working towards a better future.

6. Conclusion

Summary: Recap key points.

Inspirational Message: End with a motivational and patriotic message.

More Indian Independence Day Speech Topics

• Honoring the Freedom Fighters of India
• The Future Vision for India
• Achievements in Indian Science and Technology
• India’s Economic Growth Since 1947
• The Evolution of Indian Democracy
• Women’s Contribution to India’s Independence Movement
• India’s Cultural Heritage and Its Global Impact
• Educational Reforms in Independent India
• Indian Independence and Its Impact on Art and Literature
• Environmental Policies in Independent India
• India’s Healthcare System: Progress and Challenges
• India’s Contribution to Global Peace and Security
• The Impact of Indian Independence on Global Politics
• India’s Achievements in Space Exploration
• India’s Fight Against Poverty Since Independence

Tips for Indian Independence Day Speech

• Start with a Warm Greeting: Engage your audience from the beginning with a respectful and enthusiastic greeting.
• Highlight the Significance: Explain why Independence Day is important and what it commemorates.
• Include Historical Context: Briefly mention the struggle for independence and key figures like Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru.
• Celebrate Achievements: Discuss the progress India has made since gaining independence in areas like technology, education, and healthcare.
• Emphasize Unity in Diversity: Talk about India’s diverse culture and how it contributes to national unity.
• Incorporate Personal Stories or Quotes: Use relevant anecdotes or inspirational quotes from leaders to add a personal touch.
• Keep It Concise: Ensure your speech is short and to the point to keep the audience engaged.
• Use Simple and Clear Language: Avoid jargon and use language that is easy for everyone to understand.
• Inspire Civic Responsibility: Encourage the audience to uphold democratic values and contribute positively to society.
• End with a Strong Conclusion: Summarize your key points and leave the audience with an inspiring message or call to action.

Uses of Indian Independence Day Speech

• Commemorating Historical Events : An Indian Independence Day speech highlights the historical significance of August 15th. It recounts the struggle for independence, the efforts of freedom fighters, and the sacrifices made, reminding citizens of the nation’s journey to freedom.
• Promoting National Unity : These speeches emphasize the importance of unity and solidarity among Indians. By reflecting on the collective effort that secured independence, they inspire citizens to work together for the common good, fostering a sense of belonging and community.
• Honoring National Heroes : Independence Day speeches honor the sacrifices and contributions of national heroes and freedom fighters like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, and many others. They acknowledge the individuals who fought for freedom, ensuring their legacy is remembered and respected.
• Inspiring Patriotism : The primary aim of these speeches is to evoke a sense of patriotism and national pride. They highlight the country’s achievements, values, and strengths, encouraging citizens to contribute positively to the nation’s development.
• Addressing Current Issues : Leaders use Independence Day speeches to address current national issues and challenges. By discussing these topics, they can rally support, propose solutions, and inspire collective action to overcome difficulties.
• Setting Future Goals : These speeches often outline the nation’s future goals and aspirations. Leaders use the occasion to present their vision for the country, motivating citizens to strive for progress and prosperity.
• Educational Purpose : Independence Day speeches educate the younger generation about the significance of independence and the values of freedom, democracy, and justice. They serve as a reminder of the importance of preserving and upholding these values.
• Strengthening Cultural Identity : These speeches celebrate the nation’s cultural heritage and identity. They recognize the diverse traditions and customs that contribute to India’s uniqueness, promoting cultural pride and inclusivity.
• Encouraging Civic Responsibility : Independence Day speeches emphasize the role of citizens in maintaining and strengthening democracy. They encourage civic responsibility, active participation in governance, and adherence to national laws and principles.
• Fostering International Relations : Leaders may use Independence Day speeches to address the international community, highlighting India’s diplomatic achievements and its role in global affairs. This fosters goodwill and strengthens international relations.

When is Indian Independence Day celebrated?

India celebrates Independence Day annually on August 15.

What is the significance of Indian Independence Day?

Independence Day commemorates India’s liberation from British colonial rule and honors the sacrifices of freedom fighters.

What typically happens during an Independence Day speech?

Speakers highlight the significance of independence, honor freedom fighters, and reflect on India’s achievements and future goals.

Who delivers the main Independence Day speech in India?

The Prime Minister of India delivers the main speech from the Red Fort in Delhi.

What themes are common in Independence Day speeches?

Common themes include patriotism, unity, progress, and the importance of continuing the nation’s development.

How long is the Prime Minister’s Independence Day speech?

The Prime Minister’s speech typically lasts between 30 to 60 minutes.

What language is the Independence Day speech delivered in?

The speech is usually delivered in Hindi, India’s most widely spoken language.

What preparation is needed for delivering an Independence Day speech?

Preparation involves researching historical events, current national issues, and crafting a message of hope and unity.

How can one make an Independence Day speech engaging?

Include historical anecdotes, quotes from freedom fighters, and emphasize current achievements and future aspirations.

What role does the audience play in an Independence Day speech?

The audience listens, reflects, and feels inspired by the speech, fostering a sense of national pride and unity.

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• India Independence Day Speech in English: Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav 2023

77th Independence Day Speech for Kids

We celebrate Indian Independence Day every year on 15 August as a national holiday in India to commemorate the independence of the nation from the British on 15 August 1947. This was the day when the Indian Independence Act of 1947 came into effect, which transferred the legislative sovereignty to the Indian Constituent Assembly. This year, India is celebrating its 77th  Independence Day 2023 as ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav 2023.’

Students can also find Independence Day Long and Short Speech in English here.

Long and Short Independence Day Speech in English for Students

Long independence day speech for students in english.

Good Morning Everyone!

Greetings on this momentous occasion of India's Independence Day! Today, we gather to celebrate the remarkable journey of our nation towards freedom and sovereignty. This year, the 77th Indian Independence Day 2023 is being celebrated as ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’, It's a day that echoes with the sacrifices of countless heroes who fought tirelessly for our liberty. 

As we look back, August 15, 1947, marked the end of British colonial rule, and India emerged as a sovereign nation. Jawaharlal Nehru became the first Indian Prime Minister to raise the National Flag at the Red Fort near Delhi's Lahore Gate. Our struggle for independence was not just a political movement; it was a testament to the indomitable spirit of our people. From the non-violent resistance led by Mahatma Gandhi to the bravery of countless others, we stood united in our quest for self-determination.

On this auspicious day, let us remember and pay homage to those who laid down their lives for the cause of freedom. Their sacrifices have paved the way for the India we know today – diverse, vibrant, and resilient.

Independence Day is not just about the past; it's also a time to reflect on the present and envision our future. As citizens of this great nation, we bear the responsibility of upholding the principles of justice, equality, and fraternity. Let us work together to build a society where every individual has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their background.

In the face of challenges, let us draw inspiration from the unity that defined our struggle for independence. Our diversity is our strength, and by embracing it, we can overcome any obstacle that comes our way.

As we hoist our national flag today, let it be a symbol of our shared aspirations and commitment to a better tomorrow. Just like the color of our flag represents:

Saffron signifying courage and sacrifice

White signifies peace and truth

Green signifies faith and chivalry

Happy Independence Day to one and all! Jai Hind!

Short Speech on Independence Day for Kids

10 Lines Independence Day Short Speech in English

India gained independence on August 15th, 1947.

After independence, Indians acquired all their fundamental rights.

People celebrate Independence Day by hoisting the National Flag and reciting the National Anthem.

We should all be proud to be Indian, and we should admire our fortune to have been born in the land of Independent India.

From 1857 to 1947, the lives of many freedom fighters and several decades of struggle were sacrificed.

For the independence of India, an Indian soldier (Mangal Pandey) in the British force first raised his voice against the British.

Several great freedom fighters later struggled and dedicated their entire lives to India’s freedom. 

The sacrifices of all the freedom fighters like Bhagat Singh, Khudi Ram Bose, and Chandra Sekhar Azad, who lost their lives at an early age just to fight for their country, can never be forgotten.

Gandhiji was a great Indian figure who gave the world a great lesson in non-violence.

We are so lucky to have been given a land of peace and happiness by our forefathers, where we can sleep all night without fear and enjoy the whole day at school or home.

Independence Day Freedom Fighters Speech

Here are some of the Independence Day Freedom Fighters Speeches that every student should hear or read once and know the struggle involved during the independence of the country.

Bal Gangadhar Tilak's “Swaraj is my Birthright”.  

In 1917, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, who had spent six times in prison, gave this speech in Nashik. In the ongoing public battle for self-government and eventually full independence, the expression" Swaraj is my birthright" played a significant part. 

Mahatma Gandhi's “Address to Leave India”. 

On August 8, 1942, in Bombay, Mahatma Gandhi gave the "Quit India" address. Also, August Kranti Maidan has been used to relate to the position of Mahatma Gandhi's address at the Gowalia Tank Maidan. 

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose's “Give Me Blood, and I'll Give You Freedom”. 

This is arguably one of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's most well-known addresses. In 1944, he gave the Indian National Army members in Burma this speech. 

Mahatma Gandhi's Speech from the Dandi March.  

In this speech, Mahatma Gandhi understood the part of a boycott of British significance and the turndown to pay taxes to the British government at the dusk of the significant Dandi March.

Importance of Independence Day Speech for Children

Following are the points that tell the importance of Independence Day Speech for Children.

It explains to them how our nation freed itself from British rule, and about the sacrifices our freedom fighters made on behalf of the nation. We also do it to teach our kids about our nation's past.

Additionally, it helps kids understand the recent changes that have occurred. Consequently, to encourage them to take their careers and commitment to improve our nation's future seriously.

India is a free nation that attained independence on August 15, 1947. Making the next generation aware of the sacrifices we have made to make this country a better place for them is one of the key goals of celebrating Independence Day. Celebrating Independence Day makes everyone feel proud of the freedom fighters who fought with the Britishers to give freedom to us. It makes everyone happy, and people show respect towards them and the country by hoisting the Indian flag.

FAQs on India Independence Day Speech in English: Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav 2023

1. How can you write a good speech on Independence Day?

The best method to write a speech is to gather the points you want to mention regarding the topic and follow a standard format. Every speech writing attempt must carry a message to the reader. For instance, the ideal message for this topic is to increase the patriotic feeling among the readers and remind them how much sacrifice our forefathers have done to give us freedom from colonial rule.

2. Is it necessary to mention the historic dates in this topic?

It is necessary to remember and mention the historic dates chronologically to make your speech better. Your speech compilation will become more admirable among the judges or teachers, and you will be able to score well. 

3. Why is this year 77th Independence Day?

India gained independence on 15 August 1947. This year is 2023, which is 76 years after 1947. Therefore, this year is the 77th Independence Day.

4. Who is the No 1 freedom fighter?

There isn't a singular "No 1" freedom fighter, as many people made significant contributions to the Indian independence movement. However, some of the most notable freedom fighters include Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Subhas Chandra Bose, and Bhagat Singh.

5. What are some key points to include in India's Independence Day speech?

Briefly share the historical context of the struggle for independence.

Highlight the contributions of prominent freedom fighters.

Reflect on the challenges and achievements of independent India.

Offer a vision for the future of the nation.

Emphasize the importance of individual responsibility and collective action in building a better India.

6. What are some significant events in the journey to independence? 

Some major milestones include the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857, the rise of the Indian National Congress, the Non-cooperation Movement, the Civil Disobedience Movement, and Quit India Movement.

7. What are the challenges and achievements of independent India? 

Challenges included: poverty, inequality, corruption, environmental issues, and social conflicts. Achievements could encompass economic growth, technological advancements, democratic institutions, and cultural diversity.

8. What is the appropriate length for the speech?  

This depends on the audience and setting. For schools, 3-5 minutes might be suitable, while a public speech could be longer (10-15 minutes).

9. How can I make the speech engaging? 

Use anecdotes, historical references, quotes, and personal stories to connect with the audience. Vary your voice and pace, and use appropriate gestures and expressions.

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Independence Day Speech 1 – Short Speech on 15 August

Good Morning Principal Sir/Madam, teachers and friends. Today I am going to give a short speech on Independence Day.

It is our 73 rd Independence Day, today. We must take part in the events with devotion. It is very important to honor the flag and sing national anthem. We must remember our brave freedom fighters on this day.

We should be dressed like Bapu, Chacha Nehru, and Bhagat Singh in order to remember them. Hindus, Muslims, Christians and Sikhs must celebrate the day together. It is also a national holiday today.

It was very pleasing to address you all. Thank You! Happy Independence Day!

Independence Day Speech 2 – Short Speech on 15 August

Dear Principal Sir/Madam, teachers and friends. Today, we have come here to celebrate the 73 rd Independence Day of India.

On 15 th August in 1947 we got independence from Britishers. First Prime Minister of India, Chacha Nehru, raised the Indian flag at Red Fort in New Delhi. He also gave his famous speech that day. It was called “Tryst with Destiny”.

India became a free nation on this day. Freedom was not easy to get. Many brave freedom fighters had died. They had died to make the country free. We should remember their courage and fight.

They bravely fought for 200 years. We must remember them and honor them. Raise the flag high and sing national songs. Do not put the flag down. Do not tear the flag. Freedom is very important, so keep it safe. With this I end my speech.

Thank you and Happy Independence Day to all!

Independence Day Speech 3 – Short Speech on 15 August

Respected; Principal, teachers, staff members and all my dear friends. I welcome you all from the bottom of my heart on this day of national reverence, when we celebrate the country’s 73 rd Independence Day, today.

I feel immensely honoured to having been given an opportunity to address you all on such a significant occasion and express my own views.

As we all know that India gained independence on August 15, 1947. It was on this day that the British departed from Indian soil, transferring the legislative powers to the Indian Constituent Assembly. In other words, India was now to be ruled by its own people and not by foreign invaders.

It was the most joyous moment in the history of India as it came following nearly two centuries of struggle and revolutions against British sovereignty. The day reminds us of the valour and sacrifices of our fellow countrymen, who were the torchbearers of the freedom struggle.

Let us celebrate this Independence Day to commemorate the indomitable spirit of our freedom fighters and political patrons of that time. It is because of them that we enjoy the fruits of freedom today.

Independence Day Speech 4 – Short Speech on 15 August

Respected Principal Sir, teachers, guests and my dear friends. It’s an honour for me to address you all on our 73 rd Independence Day, today.

As we all know that it was on this fateful day in 1947, that we gained independence, thanks to the freedom fighters and political visionaries of that time. They had envisioned a free and united India, and fought courageously against British invaders to make their dream true.

Finally, their dream was realized on 15 th August 1947; though, the nation had to pay heavy price for it. With the joy of independence, came the sorrow of partition.

The celebration of Independence was marred by the formation of Dominion of Pakistan on 14 th August, 1947 and battered by the communal violence following it.

When half of India was rejoicing its independence, half of it was burning from communal riots. This wasn’t something that our freedom fighters and political leaders could have imagined, while struggling for independence.

Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, Rajguru, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Chandrasekhar Azad, didn’t sacrifice their lives to see fellow Indians slitting each other’s throat on communal grounds. They envisioned an India having communal, religious and cultural harmony.

It is impossible to change history, but we can always change the future and make new history. Independence Day was indeed one of the most significant days in the history of India, but we must also remember those who have sacrificed their lives to make us live this day.  Also, we must not forget that any kind of demographic division on the basis of religion, caste or creed will only hamper our progress.

Let us end the speech with a pledge to maintain the sovereignty and equality of the nation and to remember those who lost their lives to give us independence. Jai Hind!!

Independence Day Speech 5 –  Long Speech on 15 August

Good morning to all my respected teachers, parents and dear friends. Today we have gathered here to celebrate this great national event. As we all know that Independence day is an auspicious occasion for all of us. India’s Independence Day is the most important day to all the Indian citizens and has been mentioned forever in the history.

It is the day when we got freedom from the British rule after many years of hard struggle by the great freedom fighters of India. We celebrate independence day every year on 15 th of August to remember the first day of freedom of India as well as remember all the sacrifices of the great leaders who have sacrificed their lives in getting freedom for India.

India got independence on 15 th of August in 1947 from the British rule. After independence we got our all the fundamental rights in our own Nation, our Motherland. We all should feel proud to be an Indian and admire our fortune that we took birth on the land of an Independent India. History of slave India reveals everything that how our ancestors and forefathers had worked hard and suffered all the brutal behavior of Britishers.

We cannot imagine by sitting here that how hard the independence was for India from the British rule. It took sacrifices of lives of many freedom fighters and several decades of struggle from 1857 to 1947. An Indian soldier (Mangal Pandey) in the British force had first raised his voice against Britishers for the independence of India.

Later several great freedom fighters had struggled and spent their whole life only for getting freedom. We can never forget the sacrifices of the Bhagat Singh, Khudi Ram Bose and Chandra Sekhar Azad who had lost their lives in their early age just for fighting for their country. How can we ignore all the struggles of Netaji and Gandhiji. Gandhiji was a great Indian personalities who taught Indians a big lesson of non-violence. He was the one and only who lead India to get freedom with the help of non-violence. Finally the result of long years of struggle came in front on 15 th of August 1947 when India got freedom.

We are so lucky that our forefathers have given us a land of peace and happy where we can sleep whole night without fear and enjoy whole day in our school or home. Our country is developing very fast in the field of technology, education, sports, finance and various other fields which were almost impossible before freedom. India is one of the countries rich in nuclear power. We are going ahead by actively participating in the sports like Olympics, Commonwealth games and Asian games.

We have full rights to chose our government and enjoy largest democracy in the world. Yes, we are free and have complete freedom however we should not understand ourselves free of responsibilities towards our country. As being responsible citizens of the country, we should be always ready to handle any emergency condition in our country.

Jai Hind, Jai Bharat.

Independence Day Speech 6 –  Long Speech on 15 August

A very warm good morning to the respected teachers and my dear friends gathered here. Today we are gathered here to celebrate this auspicious occasion of Independence day on 15 th of August. We celebrate this day with lots of enthusiasm and joy every year because our country got freedom at this day in 1947 from the British rule. We are here to celebrate nth number of independence day. It is great and most significant day for all Indians. People of India had suffered cruel behavior of Britishers for many years.

Today we have freedom in almost all fields such as education, sports, transportation, business, etc just because of the years of struggle of our forefathers. Before 1947, people were not so free even they were restricted to have rights on their own body and mind. They were slave of Britishers and forced to follow all the orders of them. Today we are free to do anything because of the great Indian leaders who struggled hard for many years to get freedom against British rule.

Independence day is celebrated all over India with much pleasure. This day is of great importance to all Indian citizens as it gives us opportunity to remember all those freedom fighters who had sacrificed their lives just for giving us a beautiful and peaceful life. Earlier to the independence, people were not allowed to get education, eat healthy food and live normal life like us. We should be grateful to those events responsible for the freedom in India. Indians were treated more badly than slaves by the Britishers just to fulfill their meaningless orders.

Some of the great freedom fighters of India are Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, Jawahar Lal Nehru, Mahatma Gandhiji, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Lala Lajpath Ray, Bhagat Singh, Khudi Ram Bose and Chandra Sekhar Azad. They were famous patriots who struggled hard for the freedom of India till the end of their life. We cannot imagine that horrible moment struggled by our forefathers.

Now, after many years of independence our country is on the right track of development. Today our country is a well established democratic country all over the world. Gandhiji was great leader who taught us about effective way of freedom like ahimsa and sathyagraha methods. Gandhi dreamed of an independent India with the non violence and peace.

India is our mother country and we are its citizens. We should always be ready to save it from the bad people. It is our responsibility to lead our country ahead and make it a best country of the world.

Independence Day Speech 7 –  Long Speech on 15 August

Very good morning to the honorable Chief Guest of the day, respected teachers, parents and my all dear friends. I wish you all a very Happy Independence Day. We all know the reason of get together here in such a big crowd. We all are excited celebrating this great day in such an excellent manner. We are gathered here to celebrate 73rd independence day of our nation.

First of all we hoist our honorable national flag then give a salute to all the heroic deeds of the freedom fighters. I am feeling so proud to be an Indian citizen. I have such a great chance to give a speech on the Independence Day in front of you all. I would like to say thanks to my respected class teacher that she has given me an opportunity to share my views with you all about the freedom of India.

We celebrate Independence day every year on 15 th of August because India got freedom on the night of 14 th of August in 1947. Just after the independence of India, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru had given a speech on the Independence day in New Delhi. When people all over the world were sleeping, people in India were waking to get freedom and life from the British rule. Now, after the independence, India has been a largest democratic country in the world. Our country is a most famous country for the saying of unity in diversity. It face many incidents testing its secularism however Indian people become always ready to answer with their unity.

Because of the hard struggles of our forefathers we are now able to enjoy the freedom and breathe fresh air according to our wish. Getting freedom from the Britishers was really an impossible task our forefathers did with their continuous efforts. We can never forget their works and always remember them through the history. We cannot remember all the deeds of all the freedom fighters in a day only however can give them a heartily salute. They would always be in our memories and way of inspiration to us whole life.

Today is the very significant day for all Indians which we celebrate remembering sacrifices of great Indian leaders who had given their lives for the freedom and prosperity of the country. Freedom of India was possible because of the cooperation, sacrifice and involvement of all the Indians. We should value and salute all the Indian citizens because they are the real national heroes. We should keep faith in the secularism and never be separate to maintain the unity so that no one can break and rule again.

We should take an oath today of being highly responsible and well-educated citizens of the tomorrow India. We should sincerely perform our duty and do work hard to get the goal and successfully lead this democratic nation.

Independence Day Speech 8 –  Long Speech on 15 August

A very good morning to the excellencies, respected teachers and my dear colleagues. We are gathered here to celebrate nth Independence day. I am very happy to speech here on this great occasion. I am very grateful to my class teacher to give me such a special opportunity to say my views on the independence day of my country. At this special occasion of independence day I would like to speech on the India’s struggle for getting freedom from the British rule.

Long years ago, great Indian leaders were made a tryst with the destiny to give us a free and peaceful country by sacrificing their comfort of life. Today we are gathered here to celebrate independence day without any fear and having happy face just because of our brave forefathers.

We cannot imagine that how the moment was critical at that time. We have nothing to give our forefathers in return for their precious hard works and sacrifices. We can only remember them and their deeds and make a heartily salute while celebrating the national events. They would always be in our hearts. After the independence India get new birth with happy face of all Indian citizens.

India got independence on 15 th of August in 1947 from the clutches of British rule. Indian people all over the country celebrate this national festival annually with lots of joy and enthusiasm. It was great day for all the Indian citizens when India’s tricolor flag was unfolded by the first Prime Minister of India, Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru, at the Red Fort, Delhi.

A huge celebration takes place in New Delhi at Rajpath every year where national anthem is sung after the flag hoisting by prime minster. Together with the national anthem a salute through 21 guns firing and showering of flowers through helicopter is given to the national flag. Independence day is a national holiday however everyone celebrate this from their own places by hosting the flags in schools, offices or society. We should feel proud to be an Indian and try our best to save the honor of our country.

Long Speech on Independence Day of India 9 – Speech on 15 August

Hon’ble Guests of Honor, Senior Managers, Managers, other Staff Members and My Dear Friends – Warm Greetings to all of you!

I am feeling extremely glad to have been standing in front of you and hosting this invigorating day on the eve of Independence Day. We as Indians very well realize the importance of Independence Day and should be filled with utmost pride to have finally won back our freedom from the shackles of British rule. It gives me a sense of immense joy which is indescribable in words when I see our national flag soaring in the wind high up.

I am sure you can relate with my emotions. Needless to say, Independence Day is celebrated on 15 th of August every year and it is in the year 1947 that India emerged as a free nation. Since this is a day of great historical importance for all the Indians, national holiday is being declared in India and all of us celebrate Independence Day with great warmth and show.

This is just a brief about Independence Day, but does anyone here know about the period of British Raj? Well, let me share with you all that it was between 1858 until 1947 that the Britishers colonized our Indian subcontinent. This time period is called the British Raj period.

Now, it becomes even more interesting to know how the British colonial rule began in our country. When the East India Company arrived in India, they were stripped of the goods and land of Indian citizens by conspiracy and Queen Victoria making it all the property of the monarchy.

The East India Company was founded in 1600 under Royal Charter during the monarchical reign of Elizabeth I. Though apparently its chief aim was to trade, it eventually became an indomitable force of colonization controlling the most part of our Indian subcontinent. The people living in the Indian subcontinent during that time became the subjects of the British colonial rule under Queen Victoria and subsequently other monarchs who came after her.

I am sure we all can gauge that gaining independence under such challenging situation was not an easy task, but required long and persistent efforts. One of the most prominent personalities who chiefly contributed towards gaining independence was Mahatma Gandhi or what we usually address him as Bapu .

What makes him even a greater personality is the fact that he achieved independence by not following the path of violence or bloodshed, but through his policy of non-violence wherein he did not oppose the rule of Britishers through armed fighting rather he with his followers started the non-violence campaign which comprised hunger strikes and civil disobedience. Their concerted efforts ultimately brought an end to the British Raj in our country. British rule was given an official garb under the name of “British administration of India” and under that garb Indians had to undergo a lot of pain and trauma.

We should salute those heroic spirits and pay our homage to them by remembering their brave deeds and sacrifice for our mother land and never forget that it is because of their efforts that we stand today and breathe in an Independent India.

But the seeds of self-governance in our country were laid down much before India won its independence. In the 19 th century, several Indian councilors were appointed on various advisory roles. They were hired for the advisory support of the British viceroys who continued to rule across the major parts of India. In the year 1892, a law known as the Indian Councils Act came into being with a view to empower these councilors as well as other Indian officials. But they remained under the higher British authority and had to put up with the prejudices of the white men to be able to reach the pinnacle of success in their jobs.

It was somewhat in the midnight between 14 th August and daytime of 15 th August 1947 that the treaty of Indian sovereignty was signed. This was a time when George VI was ruling as the king in Britain and Clement Attlee was their prime minister. In India Jawaharlal Nehru became the prime minister of independent India and Britain renounced his rule over India. The Britishers no longer had anything to do with the Indian affairs.

Even though we do not bear witness to those times, but we can understand very well the intensity of that crucial time when our country actually gained independence. We cannot help but feel proud of it. However, the declaration of freedom came in written in the year 1929, which is much earlier. This declaration happened along with the great freedom fighter Mahatma Gandhi and other known figures, who hoisted the Indian Flag.

It was indeed a big moment for all the Indians. The day of declaration of Indian independence is called as Purna Swaraj . It is quite significant to understand that even though India gained independence in the year 1947, it was only in the 1950s that India’s official constitution as an independent nation came into effect. The period in between was a transition phase in the form of 3 intervening years.

So how can we Indians let go off this momentous day in normalcy and not celebrate this historic day with great pomp and show. So on this day of great historical importance, our prime minister visits Red Fort and hoists the Indian National Flag or our Tricolor (Tiranga). Post that the national anthem is being sung. It is then followed by a stirring speech delivered by our prime minister to the people of its country. Now, the 73rd Independence Day will be celebrated on August 15 th , 2018.  The whole sight looks so spectacular and mesmerizing that we can’t help but remain in awe while witnessing the whole ceremony.

In the end, all that can be said is freedom is priceless and our soldiers are so brave that they are continuously fighting on borders in order to protect our country from any militant or terrorist group. So we should never fail to value this freedom and preserve it wholeheartedly.

This is all I can say, Jai Hind!

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Independence Day Speech [15 August]: How to Write a Powerful Speech

Independence Day Speech : Independence Day is a national holiday celebrated annually on August 15 in India. It marks the end of British rule in 1947, brought about by the Indian Independence Act of July 18 that year , and the establishment of a free and independent Indian nation.

The day is celebrated with great fanfare across India, with parades, flag-hoisting ceremonies, speeches, and cultural events. It is a day to commemorate the sacrifices of those who fought for India’s independence and to celebrate the freedom and democracy that India enjoys today.

The History of Independence Day

• The history of Independence Day in India can be traced back to the early 20th century when the Indian independence movement began to gain momentum. In 1929, the Indian National Congress (INC), the leading political party in India at the time, declared August 15 as Independence Day.
• The INC’s declaration was met with widespread support across India, and on August 15, 1929 , people across the country celebrated the day as a symbol of their hope for independence.
• The INC continued to celebrate Independence Day every year, and in 1947, their dream finally came true. On August 15, 1947 , India gained independence from Britain, and the day was declared a national holiday.

The Importance of Independence Day

• Independence Day is an important day for India for many reasons. It is a day to commemorate the sacrifices of those who fought for India’s independence and to celebrate the freedom and democracy that India enjoys today.
• Independence Day is also a day to reflect on the progress that India has made since independence and to look forward to the future. It is a day to reaffirm India’s commitment to democracy, secularism, and equality.

The Celebration of Independence Day

• Independence Day is celebrated with great fanfare across India. Parades, flag-hoisting ceremonies, speeches, and cultural events are held in all major cities and towns.
• The prime minister of India gives a speech on Independence Day, and the president of India hoists the national flag at the Red Fort in Delhi.
• Independence Day is also a day for people to come together and celebrate their shared national identity. People of all faiths and backgrounds gather to celebrate India’s independence and reaffirm their commitment to the country’s future.

The Future of Independence Day

• Independence Day is a day that is constantly evolving. In recent years, there has been a growing emphasis on celebrating the diversity of India on Independence Day.
• There is also a growing emphasis on using Independence Day as a platform to promote social change. However, one thing that will never change is the importance of Independence Day to the people of India.

Independence Day is a day that is full of meaning for the people of India. Independence Day is a day that is constantly evolving, but one thing that will never change is its importance to the people of India.

• Independence Day speeches are a great opportunity to reflect on the history of India’s independence movement and to honor the sacrifices of those who fought for freedom.
• It is important to keep your audience in mind when writing an Independence Day speech. Make sure to use language that they will understand, and to focus on topics that are relevant to them.
• Finally, don’t forget to have fun with your speech! Independence Day is a time to celebrate, so make sure your speech is full of energy and enthusiasm.

Here are some additional tips for writing an Independence Day speech:

• Start by brainstorming a list of topics that you want to cover in your speech.
• Once you have a list of topics, start to organize your thoughts and ideas.
• Write a rough draft of your speech, and then revise it several times.
• Practice your speech in front of a mirror or to a friend or family member.
• Deliver your speech with confidence and enthusiasm.

Independence Day Speech Faqs:

What is independence day.

Independence Day is a national holiday celebrated annually on August 15 in India. It marks the end of British rule in 1947, brought about by the Indian Independence Act of July 18 that year, and the establishment of a free and independent Indian nation.

What are the most important aspects of an Independence Day speech?

The most important aspects of an Independence Day speech are to commemorate the sacrifices of those who fought for India's independence, to celebrate the freedom and democracy that India enjoys today, and to look forward to the future. The speech should also be inspiring and uplifting, and it should leave the audience feeling proud to be Indian.

What are some good topics to cover in an Independence Day speech?

Some good topics to cover in an Independence Day speech include the history of India's independence movement, the sacrifices of the freedom fighters, the progress that India has made since independence, and the challenges that India still faces. The speech could also include a call to action for the audience to work together to build a better future for India.

How can I write an SEO-friendly Independence Day speech?

To write an SEO-friendly Independence Day speech, you should use keywords throughout your speech, but don't overdo it. You should also use transition words to help your speech flow smoothly, and you should keep your paragraphs short and easy to read. You could also use images and videos to break up your text and make your speech more visually appealing.

What are some tips for delivering an Independence Day speech?

Some tips for delivering an Independence Day speech include practicing your speech in front of a mirror or to a friend or family member, arriving early on the day of the speech, and delivering your speech with confidence and enthusiasm. You should also make eye contact with the audience and speak clearly and loudly.

What are some common mistakes to avoid when giving an Independence Day speech?

Some common mistakes to avoid when giving an Independence Day speech include reading your speech from a script, using too many technical terms, and making your speech too long. You should also avoid making any controversial statements or offending any members of the audience.

What are some resources that can help me write an Independence Day speech?

There are several resources that can help you write an Independence Day speech. You can find examples of Independence Day speeches online, or you can consult with a speechwriter or writing coach. You can also find books and articles on the history of India's independence movement, which can provide you with inspiration for your speech.

What are some of the challenges of giving an Independence Day speech?

Some of the challenges of giving an Independence Day speech include speaking in front of a large audience, staying on topic, and delivering your speech clearly and concisely. You may also feel pressure to deliver a perfect speech, which can add to the challenge.

What are some of the rewards of giving an Independence Day speech?

Some of the rewards of giving an Independence Day speech include the opportunity to share your love of India with others, the chance to inspire and uplift the audience, and the satisfaction of knowing that you have made a difference. You may also receive positive feedback from the audience, which can be very rewarding.

What are some of the future trends in Independence Day speeches?

Some of the future trends in Independence Day speeches include a greater focus on diversity and inclusion, a more interactive format, and greater use of technology. Speeches may also become more personal and reflective, as speakers share their own stories and experiences.

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Independence Day Speech in English, 15 August 2024 Celebration Starts

This essay provides insights on Independence Day Speech in English which covers short and long speech that are useful for today's younger generation of India to invoke patriotism and nationalism.

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Independence Day Speech

The path to independence requires sacrifice and determination. As students, it is your responsibility to make the most of the opportunities you have as a way to honour those sacrifices. This year on 15th August 2024, India is celebrating 77 years of freedom from British colonial rule and rejoices in the liberty attained as ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav 2024’. Institutions, Schools, and colleges gear up to commemorate this day with the theme, ‘Nation First, Always First’ for this year. Although there is so much to talk about our independence and the struggles faced by our freedom fighters, we have penned down important highlights on how the 77th Independence Day speech in English should be delivered in a genuine manner.

Independence Day Speech in English

Independence Day serves as a reminder that despite our differences in culture, language, and tradition, we are all one nation. This year ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav 2024’ is planned to be celebrated with great zeal. Kids and children get dressed up as famous leaders and freedom fighters to give speeches on this great day. The speech should focus on highlighting and covering all important points regarding the independence of India, the freedom struggle, great leaders and much more. In this essay, we have provided a few examples of how a thought-provoking Independence Day speech can be framed and delivered effectively in front of a huge crowd.

Last year, PM Narendra Modi’s address the nation with his Independence Day Speech at Red Fort, New Delhi. He wishes the nation for 77th Independance Day and shares his commendable thoughts. Read complete PM Narendra Modi’s 15th August Speech .

Independence Day is celebrated on 15th August every year , the day India attained freedom from about 200 years of British colonial rule. This special day is not just a celebration of the past but it upholds the spirits of liberty and democracy for the years to come and instigates patriotic fervour in every Indian’s heart and mind. To remember all those sacrifices and struggles of our famous leaders, the citizens of India gather themselves to hoist the flag, take part in cultural events and deliver speeches on Independence Day. To encourage the younger generation of India, who grow as responsible citizens in the future, children are asked to deliver an Indian Independence Day Speech in English on topics related to Indian independence, freedom struggle, patriotism, freedom fighters of India , I love India, etc.

PM Narendra Modi’s Independence Day Speech

Samples of 15 August Speech in English

Below are a few samples we have provided that kids, students and youngsters can refer to before preparing for a productive speech in English. Children can read this passage and take some key points to present an inspiring speech to the audience. The short Independence Day Speech in English guide primary level students to prepare a short and simple yet meaningful speech. The sample of the long 15 August Speech in English we have provided covers much more important information on all aspects of the freedom struggle. Students are advised to go through the samples for Speeches on Independence Day carefully.

Sample 1- Short Indian Independence Day Speech in English for Kids

Good morning everyone!

Good morning and Happy 77th Independence Day to My respected teachers and dear friends.

Today as we celebrate 77th Independence Day, we should feel proud to be a part of an Independent nation where we have freedom of speech, and freedom to live life in our own way.

India achieved independence on 15th August 1947, it is the day India became free from the British rule for almost 200 years and after a continuous struggle by our freedom fighters.

On this day, the national flag was unfurled and hoisted on Red Fort Delhi by our first Prime Minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. Since then we are celebrating Independence Day every year in every government department, school, and college.

So, today on this special day let’s take the pledge and make a promise to ourselves that we will always protect our country, by maintaining brotherhood, helping everyone, and educating ourselves.

At last, I again wish you all a happy Independence Day and hope together we can build a wonderful nation.

Sample 2- Indian Independence Day Speech in English for Youngsters

Good Morning my dear citizens of India!

We all have gathered here to celebrate the zeal of the 77th anniversary of Independence Day. Best wishes to everyone and special thanks to everyone for providing me with an opportunity to address everyone on this special day to deliver a patriotic and meaningful speech.

As we all know the 15th of August in 1947 is an important day in Indian History, a day of honour and pride for every Indian Citizen. It is the day when our India got its freedom from almost 200 years of British reign. So, what is actually ‘Freedom’ from British rule? Freedom literally means attaining liberty, for India, it means the day the nation became free or relieved from the dominant British rule and attained Independence.

Several revolutionists and freedom fighters sacrificed their lives to free our nation from the miserable British Empire. We all should be proud and fortunate that our history has got so many revolutionists, freedom fighters and leaders who have not only uprooted Britishers from Indian soil but also saved future generations to promote the growth and development of India, its culture and heritage.

Right from the year of Independence, 1947 from the current year, the Nation is making progress in each and every sector such as sports, education, technology, and military powers. The president and leaders of other Nations also proudly speak about India’s fame and power as a democratic nation and emerging developed Nation. The military power of India today is so impressive that it serves as a model for other nations around the globe, and no nation dares to look directly at India. Our Indian army is so brave that they are continuously fighting on borders in order to protect our country from any terrorist group.

To conclude, all that can be said is the freedom we enjoy today is priceless and it is the duty of every Indian citizen to preserve this Independence of our Nation. So we should never fail to value this freedom and preserve it wholeheartedly.

Let’s all take pride in uttering,

Jai Hind! Vande Mataram!

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77th Independence Day Speech in English-Tips to Follow

To deliver an effective 15 August Speech in English, school and college students should follow all the important tips mentioned below:

• Know  Your Audience- You can prepare your speech and modify them to put forth the words in a better way depending on your audience.
• Practice makes a man Perfect- Practicing the speech several times improves confidence and helps you rectify some errors.
• Researching on topics- Make sure you do proper research on the topic you choose so that you deliver a relevant and accurate speech.
• Highlight some facts – Adding actual facts to your speech makes it more interesting and the audience tends to give their ears more on what is conveyed.
• Avoid lengthy topics – Make the speech crisp, short and simple and topics are also chosen accordingly.
• Include Freedom Fighters- Talk more about freedom fighters and how they sacrificed their lives and fought for the nation to get independence.

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Q1. what is the importance of independence day speech in english.

Ans. As a mark of remembrance of freedom struggle and freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives, younger generation of India, who grow as responsible citizens in the future, children are asked to deliver independence day speeches in English on topics related to Indian independence, freedom struggle, patriotism, freedom fighters of India, I love India, etc.,

Q2. What covers in Indian Independence Day Speech in English for Kids?

Ans. The short Independence Day Speech in English guide primary level students to prepare a short and simple yet meaningful speech on India's independence, freedom fighters and future India.

Q3. What are the tips to be followed to deliver effective 15 August Speech in English for kids and students?

Ans. The tips to be followed to deliver effective 15 August Speech in English are to know about audience crowd, practice speech to improve your confidence while facing audience crowd, doing proper research on topic you have chosen, cut-short the speech and make it simple, relevant and accurate, talking more about freedom fighters.

Q4. Which anniversary of Independence India is celebrating this year?

Ans. India is celebrating its 77th Independence Day anniversary this 15th August 2024.

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Speech on the Journey of Independence Day for School Students

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The Journey of Independence Day Speech: India’s path to freedom was not easy. The country gained independence because of our freedom fighters who exhibited immense courage and determination. This journey began somewhere around the 1800’s and ended in 1947. From the 1st war of Independence in 1857 to the Quit India Movement in 1942, India lost many lives to achieve freedom. 

Thereafter, with the conclusion of the Quit India Movement in 1945 and the implementation of the Lord Mountbatten Plan on 3 June 1947, India achieved its independence on 15 August 1947. 

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Speech on the Journey of Independence Day

Hello everyone, and I welcome you all to an independent and warm sunshine. Today, we are all gathered here to celebrate India’s journey til 15 August 1947. This journey is a celebration of the human spirit and the power of hope. This journey of independence begins with a desire for freedom that later burns in the hearts of our forefathers, who dared to dream of and achieve as a sovereign nation.

India’s quest for independence started with the Revolt of 1857 which is considered as the 1st War of Independence. The revolt was fueled by the discontent among Indian soldiers in the British East India Company’s army. Mangal Pandey, an Indian soldier ignited the spark in the army and made a courageous attempt to reclaim our rights and dignity. Later on, General Bakht Khan (Delhi), Begum Hazrat Mahal (Lucknow), Rani Lakshmibai (Jhansi), Nana Saheb (Kanpur), Kunwar Singh (Bihar) and many more joined the revolt. Though we did not succeed, the seed of resistance was sown into the hearts of people and helped pave the way for future struggles.  

The Lucknow Pact of 1916 was another landmark moment in the history of India’s journey to Independence Day. As a landmark moment, the pact showcased the unity among Hindus and Muslims against British rule. Indian leaders like Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Muhammad Ali Jinnah worked together for constitutional reforms. Moreover, this pact helped lay the foundation for a united front against colonial oppression.

Also, the massacre of Jallianwala Bagh in 1919 can never be forgotten in India’s journey to independence. The merciless act of General Dyer claimed hundreds of innocent lives. This ruthless act sparked outrage in our people who wanted to break the chains of colonialism.

This chain of revolutions in the journey of independence started scaring the British. Another landmark event in the freedom struggle was the Mahatma Gandhi-led Non-Cooperation Movement. In this movement, he urged his fellow Indians to boycott British goods and institutions. The mass protest was successful and saw millions of people participating in the movement. The mass participation highlighted not only the unity but also reflected the yearning for freedom among the Indian population. 

Later on, the Quit India Movement on August 8, 1942, saw a huge crowd rallying behind Mahatma Gandhi with a call for an immediate end to British rule. During this uprising, famous freedom fighter leaders like Jawaharlal Nehru, Sardar Vallabhai Patel, Chakravarti Rajgopalachari, and others were imprisoned. But as it is said, the torch of freedom never extinguished, and the spirit of resistance remained unbroken.

After years of struggles by freedom fighters, India saw a bittersweet moment in the history of freedom on August 14 and 15, 1947, which marked the end of colonial rule and also led to the creation of India and Pakistan as two separate nations. As India celebrated its freedom on 15 August 1947, the country faced communal tensions, mass migration, and the division of properties and financial assets. 

As a student, we should never forget the struggles and sacrifices made by the freedom fighters of India. To make the journey of Independence more memorable and meaningful, all these incidents can be included in the curriculum of the syllabus students so that they can know more about them comprehensively. Also, students can depict scenes of freedom struggle through various activities, such as dramas, skits, dance, and songs.  

In conclusion, the journey to independence has shown the world that our country is a land of sacrifice, dedication, and the value of honor. The struggles and fights will inspire future generations to celebrate the freedom that was hard fought. Though we enjoy and celebrate Independence with pomp and show, the journey was still more memorable than one might think.

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10 Lines on Speech on the Journey of Independence Day 

Here are simple 10 lines that you can include in your Speech on the Journey of Independence Day:

1. Independence Day is celebrated on August 15 every year magnificently.

2. The colonized rule of Britishers not only tortured the people of India but also took every right that was required of every human.

3. The year 1857 blew the trumpet of independence with the revolt in India.

4. Mangal Pandey, an Indian soldier, ignited the spark in the army and made a courageous attempt to reclaim our rights and dignity in the revolt for independence. Later on, General Bakht Khan (Delhi), Begum Hazrat Mahal (Lucknow), Rani Lakshmibai (Jhansi), Nana Saheb (Kanpur), Kunwar Singh (Bihar), and many more.

4. The Lucknow Pact of 1916 was another incredible moment in the history of India’s journey to Independence Day.

5. It has strengthened Hindu-Muslim unity in the national political history of India.

6. The Amritsar massacre, or Jallianwala Bagh massacre, which took place in 1919 filled the people with range.

7. To fuel the journey to independence, Mahatma Gandhi led the Non-Cooperation Movement in 1922 and urged Indians to boycott British goods and institutions.

8. The Quit India Movement of 1942 to 1945 was the nail in the coffin of British rule. 

9. The struggles and fights will inspire future generations to celebrate the freedom that was hard fought. 

10. Though we enjoy and celebrate Independence with pomp and show, the journey was still more memorable than one might think.

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Ans : To start a speech on Independence Day, greet the present gathered people and fellow people, and then start with an introduction to the history of Independence, the struggles of freedom fighters, and their journey.

Ans: Some of the best slogans for Independence Day are: Violent means will give violent freedom. That would be a menace to the world and to India herself, according to Mahatma Gandhi and If your blood does not rage, then it is water that flows in your veins. For what is the flush of youth if it is not of service to the motherland by Chandra Shekhar Azad?

Ans: The format of the introduction while writing an Independence Day speech can be Hello everyone, and I welcome you all to the independent and warm sunshine. Today, we are all gathered here to celebrate the journey of independence that rises above time and echoes the resilience of a nation. This journey of independence begins with a desire for freedom and later burns in the hearts of our forefathers, who dared to dream of a sovereign nation.

Ans: The Indian Prime Minister delivers a speech on Independence Day to address the nation with his speech to motivate the spirit of independence and keep reminding the people about the struggles as well as the determination of the freedom fighters.

Ans: Independence Day is celebrated on August 15 every year. Many freedom fighters sacrificed their lives, fought courageously, and showed determination to achieve independence. From the colonial rule of Britishers, we emerged as a nation that did not turn down. The Journey of Independence Day believed in the inherent right to self-determination.

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Address to the Nation on Independence Day

July 4, 1986

My fellow Americans:

In a few moments the celebration will begin here in New York Harbor. It's going to be quite a show. I was just looking over the preparations and thinking about a saying that we had back in Hollywood about never doing a scene with kids or animals because they'd steal the scene every time. So, you can rest assured I wouldn't even think about trying to compete with a fireworks display, especially on the Fourth of July.

My remarks tonight will be brief, but it's worth remembering that all the celebration of this day is rooted in history. It's recorded that shortly after the Declaration of Independence was signed in Philadelphia celebrations took place throughout the land, and many of the former Colonists -- they were just starting to call themselves Americans -- set off cannons and marched in fife and drum parades.

What a contrast with the sober scene that had taken place a short time earlier in Independence Hall. Fifty-six men came forward to sign the parchment. It was noted at the time that they pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honors. And that was more than rhetoric; each of those men knew the penalty for high treason to the Crown. ``We must all hang together,'' Benjamin Franklin said, ``or, assuredly, we will all hang separately.'' And John Hancock, it is said, wrote his signature in large script so King George could see it without his spectacles. They were brave. They stayed brave through all the bloodshed of the coming years. Their courage created a nation built on a universal claim to human dignity, on the proposition that every man, woman, and child had a right to a future of freedom.

For just a moment, let us listen to the words again: ``We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.'' Last night when we rededicated Miss Liberty and relit her torch, we reflected on all the millions who came here in search of the dream of freedom inaugurated in Independence Hall. We reflected, too, on their courage in coming great distances and settling in a foreign land and then passing on to their children and their children's children the hope symbolized in this statue here just behind us: the hope that is America. It is a hope that someday every people and every nation of the world will know the blessings of liberty.

And it's the hope of millions all around the world. In the last few years, I've spoken at Westminster to the mother of Parliaments; at Versailles, where French kings and world leaders have made war and peace. I've been to the Vatican in Rome, the Imperial Palace in Japan, and the ancient city of Beijing. I've seen the beaches of Normandy and stood again with those boys of Pointe du Hoc, who long ago scaled the heights, and with, at that time, Lisa Zanatta Henn, who was at Omaha Beach for the father she loved, the father who had once dreamed of seeing again the place where he and so many brave others had landed on D-day. But he had died before he could make that trip, and she made it for him. ``And, Dad,'' she had said, ``I'll always be proud.''

And I've seen the successors to these brave men, the young Americans in uniform all over the world, young Americans like you here tonight who man the mighty U.S.S. Kennedy and the Iowa and other ships of the line. I can assure you, you out there who are listening, that these young are like their fathers and their grandfathers, just as willing, just as brave. And we can be just as proud. But our prayer tonight is that the call for their courage will never come. And that it's important for us, too, to be brave; not so much the bravery of the battlefield, I mean the bravery of brotherhood.

All through our history, our Presidents and leaders have spoken of national unity and warned us that the real obstacle to moving forward the boundaries of freedom, the only permanent danger to the hope that is America, comes from within. It's easy enough to dismiss this as a kind of familiar exhortation. Yet the truth is that even two of our greatest Founding Fathers, John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, once learned this lesson late in life. They'd worked so closely together in Philadelphia for independence. But once that was gained and a government was formed, something called partisan politics began to get in the way. After a bitter and divisive campaign, Jefferson defeated Adams for the Presidency in 1800. And the night before Jefferson's inauguration, Adams slipped away to Boston, disappointed, brokenhearted, and bitter.

For years their estrangement lasted. But then when both had retired, Jefferson at 68 to Monticello and Adams at 76 to Quincy, they began through their letters to speak again to each other. Letters that discussed almost every conceivable subject: gardening, horseback riding, even sneezing as a cure for hiccups; but other subjects as well: the loss of loved ones, the mystery of grief and sorrow, the importance of religion, and of course the last thoughts, the final hopes of two old men, two great patriarchs, for the country that they had helped to found and loved so deeply. ``It carries me back,'' Jefferson wrote about correspondence with his cosigner of the Declaration of Independence, ``to the times when, beset with difficulties and dangers, we were fellow laborers in the same cause, struggling for what is most valuable to man, his right to self-government. Laboring always at the same oar, with some wave ever ahead threatening to overwhelm us and yet passing harmless . . . we rowed through the storm with heart and hand . . . .'' It was their last gift to us, this lesson in brotherhood, in tolerance for each other, this insight into America's strength as a nation. And when both died on the same day within hours of each other, that date was July 4th, 50 years exactly after that first gift to us, the Declaration of Independence.

My fellow Americans, it falls to us to keep faith with them and all the great Americans of our past. Believe me, if there's one impression I carry with me after the privilege of holding for 5\1/2\ years the office held by Adams and Jefferson and Lincoln, it is this: that the things that unite us -- America's past of which we're so proud, our hopes and aspirations for the future of the world and this much-loved country -- these things far outweigh what little divides us. And so tonight we reaffirm that Jew and gentile, we are one nation under God; that black and white, we are one nation indivisible; that Republican and Democrat, we are all Americans. Tonight, with heart and hand, through whatever trial and travail, we pledge ourselves to each other and to the cause of human freedom, the cause that has given light to this land and hope to the world.

My fellow Americans, we're known around the world as a confident and a happy people. Tonight there's much to celebrate and many blessings to be grateful for. So while it's good to talk about serious things, it's just as important and just as American to have some fun. Now, let's have some fun -- let the celebration begin!

Note: The President spoke at 9:50 p.m. from the U.S.S. ``John F. Kennedy'' in New York Harbor. Earlier, on board the ship, he attended a USO show and a reenlistment and promotion ceremony for members of the crew. Following the fireworks display, the President went to the Rockefeller estate in Pocantico Hills, NY, where he stayed overnight.

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Welcome Speech for Independence Day in English for Students and Children

February 8, 2024 by Prasanna

Welcome Speech for Independence Day:  From the capture of the British Government, many brave sons and daughters fought for their lives and freedom, made extreme sacrifices for our nation India.

People organized many freedom movements; the British Government captured, tortured, hanged, and injured the Indians in this freedom struggle. After all the hard work, India finally gained independence on 15th August 1947.

This day we celebrate Independence Day every year to pay our tributes to our brave martyrs and our armed forces by arranging different programs in our schools and colleges. We also arrange parades in the red fort to showcase our arm powers globally.

Students can also find more  English Speech Writing  about Welcome Speeches, Farewell Speeches, etc

Long And Short Welcome Speeches for Independence Day In English for Kids And Students

We are providing a long Welcome Speech on Independence Day of 500 words and a short speech on the same topic of 150 words along with ten lines to help the readers understand the topic.

These speeches will be useful for the students of schools and colleges, teachers, and the hosts who deliver a welcome speech on Independence Day in their educational institutes for the audience.

Long Welcome Speech for Independence Day is helpful for students of classes 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12. Short Welcome Speech for Independence Day is helpful for students of classes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.

Long Welcome Speech for Independence Day 500 Words In English

Good Morning. Welcome to the celebration of Independence Day in our school.

In this Independence Day celebration , we all should feel proud of being a part of this Independent nation that gives us the freedom to live our lives in our way. But this was not the scenario 73 years ago when India was under the rule of the British Government. The British Government ruled over India for almost 200 years, and with the continuous struggle by the Indians led by the renowned freedom fighters, India finally gained independence on 15th August 1947. For the first time, on this day, our first prime minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, raised the Indian flag on red fort. Since that time, we all are celebrating Independence Day annually. In every government organization, schools, and colleges, everyone organizes Independence day events and related cultural programs.

India was once used to known as “Sone ki Chidiya,” which means that India was full of resources. We had productive land with an ample amount of minerals and rocks. We were known to be the home for the largest spice market. The productive human workforce was one of our strengths. All these factors made the British Government capture our country and use those resources for their benefits.

With the help of the “Divide and Rule policy,” they slowly gained control over the country. The Britishers easily deceived Indians and gained control. We became slaves to the British Government, and they ruled on us for a significant amount of time.

After some time, few eminent personalities like Mahatma Gandhi, Bhagat Singh, and Jawaharlal Nehru prominently emerged as the leaders who inspired everybody about India’s scenario and how it is crucial to fight back for their rights. Many freedom struggles took place, and everybody actively participated in it. All those led to the fruitful result of free and independent nations.

Being Independent gives us many benefits like freedom of speech and freedom of fundamental rights. Without freedom, we would become a slave. We should always thank our freedom fighters, who fought for this country until their last breath, which gave us Independence.

But being India’s citizen, it is our responsibility to build our nation of pride by doing pure deeds like keeping the roads and surroundings clean, helping the poor people, maintaining the traffic rules. A responsible citizen is the one who values the nation.

Independence Day also shows the world about the courage and bravery which our country achieved. Our arm forces arrange a parade in the red fort displaying different fighting equipment to the world, portraying India as a superpower on the global platform. Different schools and Colleges organize cultural programs to celebrate this day.

Patriotism is the feeling above everything which every Indian should have. Our upcoming generation should know about the importance of patriotism and how they can be the main leading factor in building our nation. At last, I wish everyone Happy Independence Day and hope for building a beautiful nation together.

10 Important Points about Independence Day  are discussed here.

Short Welcome Speech for Independence Day 150 Words In English

Happy Independence Day and a warm welcome to everyone present here.

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose explained the desire to die for making India live inspired each citizen of India to fight for their freedom from the British Government rule.

Independence Day is a national celebration of India that we celebrate to remember the struggles and sacrifices of our martyrs for a long span of 200 years. India witnessed a lot of events that made our freedom fighters concerned for a better future.

The event of Jalianwala Bagh, the faulty land settlement systems, racial discrimination, endless slavery, and torture led the freedom fighters to arrange different freedom movements against the British Government. We enjoy a better future today because of all the efforts and contributions of freedom fighters.

This day makes every citizen of India remind how we all Indians should glorify India’s past present and future. We should always maintain unity to strengthen our country.

You can also look at how to write an  Independence Day Essay  in English from here.

10 Lines On Welcome Speech for Independence Day In English

• We celebrate Independence Day to pay tribute to our great freedom fighters who gained Independence from India’s struggles and sacrifices.
• This day teaches us about the power of unity among Indians and how it can strengthen our nation.
• It reminds us of the feeling of nationalism and patriotism towards our nation.
• We pay tribute to all the Indians who went through the struggle and fought back against the British Government.
• We organize programs in our schools and colleges, which involves hoisting our national flag, singing the national anthem, and paying honor to the martyrs.
• This day also helps India to display their developments in social, political, and economic departments on a global platform.
• India’s prime minister from the Red Fort conveys the nation and hoists national flag every year.
• With pride, all Indians celebrate Independence Day.
• We all should help our young generation to understand the importance of this day.
• Every Indian, whether rich or poor, having different caste or culture, comes together to celebrate Independence Day every year.

FAQ’s On Welcome Speech for Independence Day

Question 1. In 2020, how many years of Independence Day we will be celebrating?

Answer: We will be celebrating the 73rd year of Independence Day on 15th August 2020. Our Independence was on 15th August 1947.

Question 2. What is another name by which Mahatma Gandhi is famous?

Answer: Mahatma Gandhi is known as the nation’s father for his excessive contributions to the freedom struggle. With immense freedom movements, struggles, and sacrifices, he helped us to gain Independence.

Question 3. Who gave the slogan “Jai Hind”?

Answer: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, one of the renowned freedom fighters, gave the slogan “Jai Hind” to the citizens of India.

Question 4. British Government ruled over India for how many years?

Answer: For about 200 years, the British Government ruled over India. With different rules and policies, they made us do slavery for them, which made Indians anxious and led them to fight for Independence. For that, every citizen of India made an extreme number of struggles and sacrifices.

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Essay on Independence Day [100, 120, 150, 200, 250 Words]

Essay on Independence Day in English : Every year on the 15th of August, the people of India celebrate Independence Day. In this article, you are going to read 5 essays on Independence Day of India (100, 120, 150, 200, and 250 words). These essays will be helpful for the students of all the classes (class 1 to class 12). If you are looking for paragraph on Independence Day, this article will also help you with that. So, let’s begin.

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Independence Day Essay: 100 Words

Independence Day of India is celebrated on 15 th August. On this day, India got freedom from British rule. On this day, The Prime Minister of India hoists the National Flag at the Red Fort, New Delhi. It was because of immense courage and sacrifice of our freedom fighters we got independence. We remember our great freedom fighters and martyrs on this day.

On 15th August the National Flag is hoisted in schools, colleges, government offices, residential buildings, etc. Various cultural activities are organized in different parts of the country. Independence Day fills Indian hearts with pride and patriotism.

Short Essay on Independence Day: 120 Words

We celebrate 15 th August every year as our Independence Day. On this day in 1947, India got independence from British rule. It is a day of great pride for all Indians. Independence Day is celebrated with great joy and happiness. The Prime Minister of India unfurls the National Flag and addresses the nation to mark the Independence Day.

On Independence Day, flag hoisting ceremonies and parades by armed forces and school children are held in different parts of the country. As part of the celebration, cultural events, quiz programs, and debates are organized in many schools and colleges. Independence Day reminds us of our glorious past and the sacrifices of the innumerable freedom fighters for the cause of India’s Independence. It inspires us to stand united and work together to build a strong nation.

Also Read: 10 Lines on Independence Day of India [2022]

Essay on Independence Day: 150 Words

India got independence on the 15th of august in 1947. Independence Day is celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm. On Independence Day we remember millions of our freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives for our independence. Independence Day ceremony is organized at the Red Fort on the 15th of August. The Prime Minister hoists the National Flag at Red Fort in the morning. He also delivers an address to the nation to mark the occasion.

We celebrate Independence day by hoisting the flag and singing the National Anthem. This day is observed as a national holiday across India. Schools and colleges organize cultural events, debates, and quiz competitions on this day. Sweets are distributed to everyone. People decorate houses, streets, and roads with National Flags and tricolor balloons to show their patriotism. We have to take a pledge to protect the freedom and sovereignty of the nation.

Essay on Independence Day: 200 Words

Independence Day is celebrated in India on the 15th of August with great joy and happiness. The day of August 15, 1947 is written with golden letters in the history of India. On this auspicious day, our country became independent from hundreds of years of British rule. Since then we celebrate this day as a national festival of India.

On this day every year, the Prime Minister hoists the National Flag from the ramparts of the Red Fort in Delhi and gives a message to the countrymen. During the celebration, Indian Army performs march-past in front of the historic Red Fort. Many great freedom fighters such as Mahatma Gandhi , Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, Rajguru, Kshudiram Bose, Chandra Sekhar Azad, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, sacrificed their lives selflessly for the freedom of India. We pay tribute to the Nation and the freedom fighters on Independence Day.

On this day fruits, sweets, etc. are distributed to the children. Flag hoisting ceremonies are held at schools and colleges on the occasion of Independence Day. On this day streets and roads of every city are decorated with the National Flag. Independence Day fills every Indian heart with pride and patriotism. This day also infuses new hope and energy among us.

Also Read: 10 Lines on Our National Flag

Independence Day Essay: 250 Words

India got independence from British rule on 15 august 1947 after long years of struggle and sacrifice. The Independence Day is celebrated with great pomp and show in every city and town of India. It is a festival of freedom for us. Independence Day is celebrated as a national holiday in India every year on 15th of august.

Many freedom fighters like Subhash Chandra Bose, Lala Lajpat Rai, Lokmanya Tilak, Bipin Chandra Pal, Mahatma Gandhi, Sardar Patel, Rani Laxmi Bai, and millions of others sacrificed their lives to make India an independent nation. Independence Day is a day to remember and honour them.

The main celebrations take place in the capital, New Delhi where the prime minister raises the flag and delivers a nationally broadcast speech from the ramparts of the historical site red fort. He gives a speech about the achievements of the government and gives guidelines for future development. After this event, a parade of defense forces, police forces, NCC cadets, scouts, cultural tableaus, and school children takes place at Red Fort. This is followed by a march past of army contingents, para-military personnel, and air force squadrons.

The President of India delivers an address to the nation on the eve of Independence Day every year. On this day, the first Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru hoisted the Indian National Flag above the Lahori Gate of the Red Fort in Delhi. To commemorate the Independence Day people hoist the National Flag, sing patriotic songs and decorate their houses, streets, and roads with tricolor flags. Various cultural events are organized to pay homage and respect to our freedom fighters for their invaluable contribution.

Independence day is a matter of pride for all of us. We should work together to build up a strong nation.

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Independence Day 15th August Essay in English for School Students 

Independence day essay in english for school: are you looking to write a unique, impressive and heart-touching essay on independence day in english check this article to find various independence day essays ranging from 100 words to 500 words. also, check our top tips to write the most amazing essay for 15th august .

Independence Day Essay in English: 15th August 1947 was the first Independence Day of the land we call  Mother India and on August 15, 2023, we are celebrating the 77th Independence Day of India. The air of freedom we breathe today is because of our ancestors who fought for centuries to get us this freedom. We have come a long way from being a British colony to being one of the largest democracies of the world. This celebration of freedom is observed with patriotism and enthusiasm all across the nation. Special eagerness is seen in school students - the future of this nation. Schools all across the country celebrate the occasion with fervour and essay writing, speech competitions, drama, song and dance programs are conducted to instill patriotism in these developing minds. 

In this article, we have curated and compiled the 15th August Independence Day essay in English for school students. These essays range from 100 to 500 words. We have also provided extra content for students who wish to elongate the content or modify any part of it. Additionally, there are also the TOP essay writing tips for students so that they can learn to write the most amazing essay on any occasion. 

Tips to Write Essays for School Students

• Keep your introduction interesting with quotes, sayings, slogans, etc. to instantly connect with your reader.
• Stick to the word limit given beforehand. In general, 300 words is a good length for a middle-school essay.
• Use simple language with correct grammar else the meaning of your essay will be lost.
• Do not end your essay abruptly. Have a proper conclusion.
• Include a strong and heart-touching saying, slogan or quote to leave your mark.

Most importantly, ensure that your Independence Day essay in English is factual and there is no false, unverified information. 

Independence Day Essay in English for School Students

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Interesting Facts about the Independence Day of India

• On August 15, 1947, Indians did not have an official national anthem. 
• Lord Mountbatten chose August 15, 1947, as India’s Independence Day because it matches with the date of Japan’s surrender to the Allied Forces after World War II on August 15, 1945.
• The Indian tricolour is symbolic of India’s diversity. The saffron colour in the Indian flag represents the strength and courage of the country. The white colour in the middle indicates peace and truth. The blue dharma chakra in the middle of the white band has 24 strokes and it symbolises constant development. The green colour shows the fertility, growth and auspiciousness of the land.
• August 15, 2023 is the 77th Independence Day of India.
• Meanwhile, 15th August 2023 is the 76th Year Anniversary of Independent India.

Independence Day celebration is a great deal for all the Indians. Schools organize grand events for students on this day and indulge them in various interesting yet informative activities. Since essay competitions are one of them, this article can be useful for participants in essay competitions. Students can choose any of the above-mentioned essays according to the word limit allotted to them. These essays will not only help you make a mark in the competition but will also provide you with some amazing facts and knowledge related to the Independence struggle and its importance. 

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• What is Independence Day 10 lines in English? + In the various short and long Independence Day essays in English, you will find heart-touching 10 lines on 15 August Independence Day.
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Independence Day (15 August) Essay for Children & Students

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Each year India celebrates its Independence Day on the 15 th of August . It was on this day in 1947 that India gained independence from the United Kingdom . The day has a remarkable place in Indian history as the Indian Constituent Assembly was granted Legislative sovereignty by the Parliament of the United Kingdom.

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India celebrates its Independence Day with infinite zeal and passion. People throughout the nation; come out on streets, to take part in the celebrations, forgetting their demographic differences of caste, religion or culture. People love to carry their national flag with pride on this day and sing national anthem or any other patriotic song.

Long and Short Essay on Independence Day in English

Independence Day is one of the most significant festivals of India. The day lets us to rejoice in the spirit of freedom. We must also acknowledge the fact that we gained independence, because we fought for it together; it is only by staying together that we will be able to protect our independence, any further. Below, we have provided some effectively written essay on Independence Day, which will be useful for school going children during Independence Day events.

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Independence Day Essay 1 (100 words)

The date, 15 th of August from 1947 in India has become a very important day in the Indian history. It was the luckiest day of year 1947 when India became independent after lots of hard struggle and sacrifices of the Indian freedom fighters. We won freedom after a hard struggle.

Today, I’m here to honor the bravery of our freedom fighters on Independence Day. This special day isn’t just an ordinary date; it represents India’s bravery, strength, and unbeatable determination

When India got its independence, the public of India had chosen their first Prime Minister, Pundit Jawaharlal Nehru who had unfurled the tricolour National Flag at the Red Fort in the national capital, New Delhi for the first time. All the people rejoice this special day with great joy every year.

Independence Day Essay 2 (150 words)

India got independence on 15 th of august in 1947, so people of India celebrate this special day every year as the Independence Day on 15 th of august. In the event celebration, organized in the National Capital, New Delhi, the Prime Minister of India unfurled the National Flag in the early morning at the Red fort where millions of people participate in the Independence Day ceremony.

During the celebration at Red Fort, New Delhi many tasks including March past are performed by the Indian army and cultural events by the school students are performed. After the national Flag hosting and national Anthem JANA GANA MANA recitation, the prime minister of India gives his annual speech .

At India’s Independence Day, we commemorate all the great personalities who had played their important role in the independence of India. During the Independence Day celebration, the National Flags are also hosted in school and colleges where many activities are performed by the teachers and students.

Independence Day Essay 3 (200 words)

In India, Independence Day is celebrated by the people of all religions, cultures and traditions with great joy and happiness. Independence Day in India is observed on 15 th of August every year from 1947 as our country became independent on the same day from the power of British rule almost after 200 years of slavery.

It has been declared as the national holiday when all the schools (government or private), offices, colleges, universities, educational institutions, organizations, companies and etc., remain closed. It is celebrated with big enthusiasm in every schools, colleges and other educational institutions by the students.

They participate and perform in dancing, drama, singing, playing indoor games, outdoor sports, cultural activities, quiz competitions, awards distribution, etc., during celebration. First of all the National flag is unfurled by the chief guest or School Principal, National Anthem is sung with flute and drum and then march past and procession in the streets takes place.

A big celebration event is organized by the government of India at the Rajpath, India Gate in the National Capital, New Delhi where people of all religion, culture and tradition gather to listen the patriotic speech of our Prime Minister. By celebrating this event we commemorate those all great people who had sacrificed their lives and loved ones in making India an Independent country.

Independence Day Essay 4 (250 words)

Independence Day in India is celebrated as national holiday every year on 15 th of August when people remember the long event of independence of our Nation from the British rule. India got independence on August 15 th in 1947 after lots of movement of Independence during which many freedom fighters sacrificed their lives. After independence, Jawaharlal Nehru became first Indian Prime Minister on 17 th of August in 1947 who raised the National Flag at Red Fort near Lahore Gate in Delhi.

Students, teachers, parents and other people come together to celebrate the Independence Day by unfurling the National Flag and singing National Anthem. Out tricolour National Flag is also hosted by the Indian prime minster in the National capital, New Delhi at Red Fort. After that the salute is given by firing 21 guns and tricolour flower showering is held on the flag with helicopter. The tricolour of our Flag represents saffron for courage and sacrifice, white for peace and truth and green for faith and chivalry.

There is an Ashok chakra in the centre of our Flag which contains 24 spikes distributed evenly. At this special day we remember the great sacrifices of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, Raj Guru, Gandhiji and other dared freedom fighters for their unforgettable contribution in the independence of India. Students give speech on the subjects of freedom fighters on the Independence day celebration in schools.

They also involve in parade, march past, singing patriotic songs, etc. Other people celebrate this day according to their own way such as watching patriotic movies, going outside to home with family, meet with friends or participate in the events organized in public places.

Independence Day Essay 5 (300 words)

Independence Day is celebrated by the people of India every year on 15 th of August as a National Holiday to commemorate the independence of India from the Kingdom of Great Britain on 15 th of August in 1947. At this day, people of India pay heartily homage to the great leaders in the leadership of whom India became free forever.

At this day, people celebrate in their own way by buying tricolour Flag, watching movies based on freedom fighters, listening patriotic songs, bonding with family and friends, participating in special contests, programs, and articles organized by the broadcast, print and online media to promote the awareness about day.

Jawaharlal Nehru became our first Prime Minister after the independence of India on 17 th of August 1947 who raised the Flag at Lahore Gate of Red Fort in Delhi and given a speech. This phenomenon is followed by the other subsequent Prime Ministers of India where flag hoisting ceremonies, parades, march past, salute by 21 guns and other cultural events are organized. Other people celebrate this day by raising national flag on their clothes, homes or vehicles.

On the midnight of 15 th August in 1947, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru had announced the independence of India by reading out his speech on “Tryst with destiny”. He said that after long years of slavery, it is the time when we will redeem our pledge with the end of our ill fortune.

India is a country where millions of people live together whether they belong to various religion, cultures or traditions and celebrate this special occasion with great joy. At this day, as being an Indian, we should feel proud and must take an oath to keep ourselves loyal and patriotic in order to save our motherland from any type of attack or humiliation by other countries.

Independence Day Essay 6 (400 words)

Independence Day in India is the most important day for every Indian citizen as our country got freedom from the British rule. We celebrate this day every year on 15 th of August from 1947. Our country is counted as the world’s largest democracy all over the world.

India became an independent country on 15 th of August in 1947 after sacrifices of thousands of freedom fighters (such as Mahatma Gandhi, Bhagat Singh, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Dr. Rajendra Prasad, Moulana Abul Kalam Azad, Sukhdev, Gopal Krishna Gokhale, Lala Lajpat Rai, Lokmanya Balgangadhar Tilak, Chandra Shekhar Azad, etc) who worked hard to get independence from the British rule.

Each and every Indian celebrate his/her freedom in their own way such as decorating their places of celebration, raising National Flag, march past, watching favourite movies, dancing in the streets, singing National Anthem or patriotic songs or participating in many social activities organized at public places. Independence Day is celebrated by the government of India every year when the current Prime Minister of India raises out tricolour national flag at the Red Fort in Delhi followed by Indian army parade, march past, National Anthem recitation, speech and other cultural activities.

Independence Day in India is celebrated with the National Flag salute by the 21 guns firing. Similarly Independence Day celebration takes place in every states of the country where Governor and the Chief Minister of the states become main guests. Some people get prepared in the early morning and wait for the speech of the Indian Prime Minister at TV. On 15 th of August people get inspired with the history of India’s independence and do some social activities like that and watch movies based on the patriotic themes.

The great non-violence movement of the Mahatma Gandhi, Bapu, helps a lot to our freedom fighters to get freedom from the British rule after 200 long years of struggle. The hard struggle for Independence of India has worked as a huge moving force for every Indian which bind them together at one place whether they belong to different castes, classes, cultures to ritual beliefs to fight them from British rule for their rights. Even women (Aruna Asaf Ali, Vijay Laxmi Pandit, Sarojine Naidu, Kasturba Gandhi, Kamala Nehru, Annie Besant, etc.) came out from their houses and played their great role in getting freedom.

Independence Day Essay 7 (600 Words)

Introduction

Independence Day is one of the national festivals of India with the other two being Republic Day and Gandhi Jayanti. It is celebrated on the 15th of August each year ever since India got independence from the British rule in 1947. The day celebrates freedom and independence in the true sense.

History of Independence Day

India was ruled by the British for almost two centuries. The citizens of our country suffered at the hands of the tyrant British officials for years until they finally managed to gather strength and fight them. They struggled for the independence of our country selflessly and tirelessly under the leadership of patriots such as Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Subhash Chandra Bose, Chandra Shekhar Azad and Bhagat Singh. While some of these leaders advocated the path of non-violence others took to aggressive means to fight the British.

However, the ultimate aim of all of them was to drive the British out of the country. After numerous freedom movements, protests and sacrifices, our country finally got independence on 15 th August 1947 which was declared as the Independence Day of our country.

Why do We Celebrate Independence Day?

We celebrate Independence Day to celebrate the spirit of freedom and independence. It is also celebrated to commemorate the sacrifices of our freedom fighters. This day is a reminder that the freedom we enjoy today has been earned the hard way and that we must value it as well as make the most of it for our good and the good of our nation.

By way of Independence Day celebrations each year the younger generation is acquainted with the struggles of the people who lived in British colonized India. The celebration is a way of invoking patriotic feelings among the people of our country to encourage them to stay united and work for its betterment.

Activities on Independence Day

Independence Day is celebrated with great enthusiasm in different parts of our country. Various big and small events are organized in schools, colleges, offices and residential societies to celebrate this day. Here are some of the activities done on Independence Day:

• Flag Hoisting : On this day, the Prime Minister of our country hoists the Indian National Flag at Red Fort. This is followed by 21 gun shots in the honour of the occasion. Flag hoisting is done as a part of the Independence Day celebration throughout the country.
• Speeches/ Debates/ Quiz : Speeches are delivered as a part of Independence Day celebration in schools, colleges and other places. Debate and quiz competitions are also held in educational institutes. Essay writing and painting competitions are also organized to celebrate this day.
• Fancy Dress Competitions : Fancy dress competitions are held in schools and residential societies. Small kids are seen dressed up as freedom fighters.
• Kite Flying Competition : Kite flying competitions are also held on this day. Numerous colourful kits are seen flying in the sky. This is seen as a mark of freedom.
• Sweet Distribution : Sweets are distributed after flag hoisting.

Significance of Independence Day

Independence Day holds special significance for every Indian. It is a day that reminds them of the struggle and sacrifices of the freedom fighters. It inspires the youth of the nation to stand for the honour of the country. It fills the hearts of the people with patriotism and they are motivated to work for the good of their country. The spirit of patriotism is seen across the country particularly on this special day.

Independence Day is celebrated with immense zeal all across our country. People of all ages come forward to celebrate this day. Songs are sung in praise of the freedom fighters as well as our motherland. People are seen dressed up in tri-colour. The sky seems full of kites and there is joy all around.

Independence Day Essay 8 (1000 Words)

The day on which India attained legislative sovereignty through an act passed by the parliament of United Kingdom, is celebrated as the Independence Day of India. The Indian Independence Act passed by the Parliament of United Kingdom on 15 th August 1947, transferred all the legislative powers to the Indian Constituent Assembly, which was constituted to write the Constitution of India. It was an outcome of a long battle applying the principles of non violence and civil disobedience, against the suppressions of British Empire.

Sometimes during the 17 th Century British came to India showing trading interests in the sub continent. They were amazed by the prosperity of kingdoms and rich topography of the sub continent. Slowly they started making foothold into the nation by increasing trading activities. Here, came to the fore “East India Company” which was supposed to be a trading company reporting to its board of directors in London; nevertheless, eyeing the unlimited wealth opportunities that the subcontinent offered, East India Company, forcefully occupied powers of the government and judiciary. This period of Indian history from 1757 to 1858 is termed as the “Company Rule”.

Things went on the same until the rebellion of 1857, when the rule of East India Company in India was transferred to Queen Victoria through Government of India Act 1857. This Act established the British Crown as the ultimate ruler of India.

In the following decades, civil societies and political parties in India gradually became strong, demanding self rule or Swaraj. A long battle of non violence and non cooperation ensued, finally resulting in India achieving independence on 15 th August 1947.

Importance of Independence Day

Independence was gained after nearly two centuries of subjugation under, firstly, the East India company and secondly the British Crown. It was a period of unethical suppression and tremendous exploitation of our resources at the hands of Britishers.

Kingdoms were forcefully occupied, kings were dethroned and punished for no apparent reason, farmers and small traders were made vulnerable by imposing new tax laws. The whole nation had felt the pain of subjugation, for every moment under the Crown. It was therefore a big achievement and a reason to celebrate when independence was finally gained on 15 th August 1947.

The significance of the day is defined by the sacrifices made by our freedom fighters and other countrymen, in the struggle for independence. Millions of Indians have lost their lives in the freedom fight. The day reminds us to commemorate those who have sacrificed their all to make us breathe in freedom.

Independence Day also reminds us that we were able to break free from shackles of British Empire, because we fought against it, united. People from different religions, caste, financial background, culture, fought together diminishing their demographic differences. Therefore, the day reminds us to stay united as it the key to stay safe and independent.

Role of Women in India’s Independence

Women played a crucial role in India’s struggle for freedom. They bravely faced the challenges and made significant contributions to the nation’s independence movement.

• Leadership Roles : Prominent figures like Sarojini Naidu, Aruna Asaf Ali, and Sucheta Kriplani led various campaigns and protests against British rule.
• Civil Disobedience : Women actively participated in the Salt March and other civil disobedience movements initiated by Mahatma Gandhi.
• Bravery Acts : Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi and Matangini Hazra are celebrated for their direct confrontations with the British.
• Promotion of Swadeshi : Women were at the forefront of promoting the use of Indian-made goods, rejecting British products.
• Social Reforms : Alongside the freedom struggle, women leaders also pushed for social reforms, advocating for women’s rights and empowerment.
• Jails & Sacrifices : Many women, like Kasturba Gandhi and Durgabai Deshmukh, endured imprisonment and made personal sacrifices for the country’s freedom.

Freedom Fighters Efforts in Independence Day

India’s journey to independence was marked by the valiant efforts of numerous freedom fighters. These leaders dedicated their lives to the cause, shaping the nation’s destiny.

• Mahatma Gandhi : Often called the ‘Father of the Nation’, Gandhi advocated non-violence and civil disobedience. His Dandi March and Quit India Movement were pivotal in challenging British rule.
• Jawaharlal Nehru : As the first Prime Minister of independent India, Nehru was crucial in shaping the nation’s modern identity. His charismatic leadership rallied masses for freedom.
• Subhas Chandra Bose : With his famous slogan “Give me blood, and I shall give you freedom!”, Bose led the Indian National Army against the British.
• Bhagat Singh : A symbol of youth resistance, Singh’s acts of defiance, like the Parliament bomb incident, made him an icon of the struggle.
• Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi : Symbolizing women’s role in the freedom fight, she led her army against the British during the 1857 revolt.
• Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel : Known as the ‘Iron Man of India’, Patel played a vital role in integrating princely states into the Indian Union.
• Dr. Rajendra Prasad : Apart from being India’s first President, Prasad actively participated in the freedom struggle, contributing to constitutional processes.

These leaders, among many others, lit the torch of freedom, leading India towards its long-sought independence.

Independence Day Celebrations

Independence Day of India is celebrated as a National Festival in India. People belonging to different religion, caste and culture celebrate the day together, infused with the feelings of nationalism and patriotism. The festive fervor could well be seen on the streets, offices, schools, colleges, houses, throughout the nation. The air reverberates with patriotic songs and national anthem. Fluttering tricolor of various shapes and sizes is a common sight on the day.

Below we will go through details of celebrations in some of the significant locations of the nation.

Celebrations at Delhi

National capital Delhi is the center for the most distinguished Independence Day celebrations. On the evening before Independence Day, Prime Minister of India addresses the nation on Tele Vision, congratulating citizens and remembering the freedom fighters.

Next day, huge crowd emerged at the Red Fort to witness flag hoisting ceremony by the Prime Minister. Thousands of people from across the country and several dignitaries are present to honor the national flag and to witness the events following it.

Flag hoisting is concurrently followed by the singing of national anthem and then a 21 gun salute in the honour of the Prime Minister. After the gun salute, the Prime Minister once again addresses the nation and remembers the freedom fighters and their struggles.

The speech is followed by a march past by Indian army and other armed forces. Tableaus depicting religious and cultural heritage of various Indian states, also take part in the procession.

Celebrations in Schools and Offices

Schools, colleges and offices throughout India celebrate Independence Day with almost equal zeal and enthusiasm. Participation of children in the celebrations is more prominent and they seem to be at the centre of all the preparations. Celebrations begin with the head of the institution hoisting the national flag in presence of students and other staff members.

Several competitions, cultural events, plays are organized in schools by the children themselves, as a reminiscence of India’s freedom struggle and also to commemorate the great freedom fighters. Children get dressed up as various freedom fighters and cry famous slogans of Indian struggle – “Inquilab Zindabad”, “Jai Hind”, “Vande Matram” etc. School also distributes sweets among the students and staff members to celebrate the day.

The celebration in offices is also celebrated with the same patriotic zeal; though, with slightly different events. Flag hoisting is compulsory in all government institutions, with mandatory attendance. The flag ceremony is followed by speeches by the staff members, which usually is a commemoration of freedom fighters and reminiscence of the freedom struggle.

People in the streets too are seen greeting each other and buying tricolors to adorn their houses and vehicles. In 2002 Flag code of India was amended to allow private citizens to display the flag, but with certain rules and regulations.

Independence Day of India is a National festival celebrated with the feeling of patriotism and nationalism, throughout the country. The country resonates with festive fervor and pride in its unity and diversity. The beating of drums along with the singing of national anthem fills the heart with a great sense of nationalism. It is primarily a celebration of Independence; nevertheless, it is also a celebration of “unity in diversity” of India. Moreover, the government has declared 15 th August as a national holiday to make sure that you participate in the celebrations, without any fear or hindrances.

Frequently Asked Questions Independence Day

Is it 76 or 77 independence day 2023.

It's the 76th Independence Day in 2023.

Is it 77th Independence Day?

No, 2023 marks the 76th Independence Day for India.

What is the purpose of the Independence Day?

Independence Day celebrates a nation's freedom from colonial or foreign rule, reminding citizens of the sacrifices made and fostering national pride and unity.

When did India get freedom?

India gained its freedom from British rule on August 15, 1947.

What is the time of flag hoisting on 15 August?

The national flag is typically hoisted at 7:30 AM on August 15 at the Red Fort in Delhi, followed by the Prime Minister's address.

Who declared freedom in India?

Lord Louis Mountbatten, the last British Viceroy of India, officially transferred power, leading to Jawaharlal Nehru becoming the first Prime Minister of independent India.

What are the rules of the National Flag?

The rules for the National Flag, known as the Flag Code of India, dictate how and where the flag can be hoisted, ensuring it's treated with respect and dignity. For instance, it should never touch the ground and must be displayed in a particular orientation.

Who gave India freedom?

India's freedom was the result of persistent efforts and sacrifices by its freedom fighters and leaders. While the British officially relinquished control, it wasn't given – it was earned by India.

At what time flag is removed?

There's no specific time universally followed for flag removal. However, as per protocol, the national flag, when flown in the open, should be taken down at sunset.

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