Ayrton Senna officially recognized as Brazil’s national hero

Ayrton Senna has been officially recognized as a National Hero of Brazil. A law signed by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva provides for the three-time Formula 1 world champion’s name to be added to the Book of National Heroes and Heroines, kept at the Pantheon of the Fatherland in Three Powers Square, in Brasília. The title of National Hero or Heroine is awarded to individuals who have played a significant role in defending or building the nation. It was established in 1992. Notícias…