Imnul_romaniei_originalulOn January 24, 1990, it was declared the National Anthem of Romania, cementing its place as the "original" voice of the nation’s struggle for sovereignty. The song re-emerged spontaneously during the anti-communist protests in 1989. Protesters sang it in the streets as a symbol of reclaimed liberty. imnul_romaniei_originalul During the communist regime (1947–1989), the anthem was banned because of its nationalist and religious undertones. It was replaced by state-sanctioned anthems like "Te slăvim, Românie." On January 24, 1990, it was declared the |