What is a synonym for heralds?

Here are some synonyms for "heralds," depending on the context:

General Synonyms:

* Proclaimers

* Announcers

* Messengers

* Forerunners

* Harbingers

* Precursors

* Signifiers

More Specific Synonyms:

* Trumpeters (if referring to the specific act of announcing with a trumpet)

* Embassadors (if referring to official representatives)

* Banners (if referring to the visual aspect of heralding)

* Chroniclers (if referring to the role of recording and preserving important events)

The best synonym will depend on the specific context of your writing.