LT GEN DATO 'SERI ZAINI HJ MOHD SAID

comes from Lenggeng Ulu, Negeri Sembilan. During the weapon heist in
Battalion 304 Army, he played a crucial role in planning for the Al-Maunah
to surrender via persuasion by using the appeals of their wives, children and
family members of the militant group. On July 6, 2000, he offered to
negotiate with the group leader. In that critical situation, he exhibited
courage and potential when he managed to thwart the weapon pointed at
him by the Al-Maunah leader and threw him to the ground before the
invasion on the rest of the militant. His resolute reaction to end the event
was successful when all members of the Al-Maunah surrendered. He was
awarded the SP medal on June 2, 2001.

CAPT HAMID AWANG

was from Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu. As a result of intelligence
gathering that stated as many as 40 to 50 communist terrorists would
gather at Mount Pueh, Kompeni D 2 RAMD that was headed by him was
assigned to the area. On the evening of April 7, 1973, they successfully
tracked the enemy camp, and he then pursued to launch an attack on that
camp. Capt Hamid launched an assault with an M-79 shotgun heading
towards the enemy position.
In that battle, a terrorist tried to shoot one
of the soldiers. Capt Hamid acted with courage and disregarding his
safety pounced on the enemy and struck his neck with an M-79 gun. Capt
Hamid and his group managed to kill three communist terrorists, seized
three adjustable automatic weapons, ammunition and other equipment
while one of his men died. He was awarded the SP medal on June 6, 1973.

MAJ ZAINAL ABDUL RASHID (DECEASED)

was from Pantai Remis, Perak. On July 15, 1976, he and his five soldiers
detected a group of 15 communist terrorists after trailing their
movement. After killing two communist terrorists with two rapid firing,
Capt Zainal boldly rushed towards the enemy while encouraging his men
to fight on. At that time an injured female terrorist threw a grenade that
wounded Capt Zainal. His exceptional courage and leadership boosted the
morale of his soldiers to attack and destroy the enemy. They managed to
kill six of the 15 terrorists and seized a 60 mm mortar line, seven top rifles,
bullets, bombs and other equipment. Capt Zainal died in that battle. He was
awarded the SP medal on June 1, 1977.
 CAPT MOHANA CHANDRAN AL VELAYUTHAN
was from Seremban, Negeri Sembilan. A special reconnaissance group
consisted of 23 people led by Capt Mohana Chandran was assigned to
Ulu Kinta Forest Reserve to track down the communist terrorists. On
June 13, 1971, when ascending a hill, they managed to trace three
terrorists near a sizeable terrorist camp in the forest. Capt Chandran with
Ranger Abang Bolhi bin Abang Doladi began firing. Counterattacks by
the enemy had wounded Ranger Bolhi. Ranger Bajau ak Ladi also
supported the battle. Upon the arrival of Ranger Bajau who came to
help, Capt Chandran boldly moved closer to the enemy position
disregarding the risk of approaching the enemy position with more
significant strength while Ranger Bajau provided covering fire. Enemies
above the hill returned fire and hit Capt Chandran on the head. He died
on the battlefield. He was awarded the SP medal on June 7, 1972.

SECOND LIEUTENANT ABD HAMID ISMAIL

was from Bay Village, Jitra Kedah. On September 8, 1973, a patrol group
of nine led by 2 Lt Abd Hamid managed to track a group of terrorists who
were resting. After taking a position, 2 Lt Abd Hamid began the battle by
firing the first shot and wounded one terrorist. The injured enemies quickly
retreated from the battle area. In his effort to organise his soldiers to attack
the enemies positions, 2 Lt Abd Hamid, who was in standing position was
shot in the stomach by a terrorist. He died in battle. One terrorist was killed,
a Tommy gun Madson 645 with bullets and five backpacks were seized at
the scene. He was awarded the SP medal on June 4, 1975.

CPL MAT AZNAN AWANG

was from Kampung Parit Panjang, Baling, Kedah. On October 4, 1993,
the late Cpl Mat Aznan was involved in the rescue mission of 70 U.S.
Rangers and five members of the United States Air Force who were
besieged in the Bakara Market by Farah Aideed militia. An armoured
vehicle driven by Cpl Mat Aznan was shot by an anti-tank weapon from
the front penetrating the bullet-proof glass and hit his left shoulder while
injuring nine other members.
In that incident, four vehicles of Railway
Transport Shield (KPPA) Condor type too were destroyed. The rescue
mission of the U.S. military was performed with distinction by members
of MALBAT. Cpl Aznan died and was awarded the SP medal on June 4,
1994.
 WO I (Rtd) KANANG AK LANGKAU
is from Kanowit, Sarawak. On February 19, 1980, Platun Risik Gempur
(UCIS) 8 Rangers, led by Capt Johnson ak Meling assisted by Sgt Kanang
was assigned to the black soil area to track a bunch of communist
terrorists who shot dead a member of the 25 RAMD few days earlier. Sgt
Kanang who led a team succeeded in tracking a terrorist group being
sought. He immediately fired and attacked the enemies positions. The
enemies managed to escape, and the tracking was continued by Sgt
Kanang who was acting as forwarding observer on the morning of
February 19, 1980. While moving, Sgt Kanang detected a booby-trap
installed by the enemies. In the event all of a sudden they were bombarded
with enemies’ fire. Sgt Kanang exhibited exceptional courage, and
without regard to the injuries, he continued firing at the enemy while
giving words of encouragement to his comrades to keep fighting. He
suffered severe injuries that nearly claimed his life. He was awarded the
SP medal on June 3, 1981.

WO II LENGGU AK CINA
is from Sungai Baloh, Ngemah, Kanowit, Sarawak. On January 20, 1971,
while conducting operations in the Katibas River, WO II Lenggu with his
group led by 2 Lt Anuar Basha Khan Akaria was ambushed in Tanjung
Batu Babi. The enemies firing did not prevent WO II Lenggu from closing
in on the river bank and stormed the enemies positions. WO II Lenggu
Group killed four communist terrorists thus forcing them to abandon their
position. His team suffered seven deaths, while two members, including 2
Lt Anuar Basha, was injured. 30 guns and 303 bullets and a document were
among the items confiscated at the scene. He was awarded the SP medal on
June 2, 1971.

LCPL SAIMON TARIKAT

was from Kampung Parit Rambai Ulu, Pontian, Johor. On Jan 25, 1983,
based on information about the activities of the communists, members of
PKPT as many as 12 people were deployed on a special mission to
Kampong Titi. This group was split into three small groups. With bad
visibility during night, LCpl Saimon and a friend saw two communist
terrorists descending a hill. Without delay, they fired several shots. At that
time, a woman terrorist shouted so that his friend could escape. In that
critical situation, LCpl Saimon boldly crawled up the terraced hill
approaching the woman to kill her. His actions drew the attention of a
terrorist’s man who instantly opened fire and hit LCpl Saimon. He died in
that battle. In this operation, two communist terrorists were killed. Two
adjustable arms with ammunition were seized from the terrorists. He was
awarded the SP medal on June 1, 1983.
 TPR RASLI BUANG
comes from Kampung Buntal Lumut, Kuching, Sarawak. On July 6,
1971, Troup No. 3, Squadron X which comprised of Tpr Rasli was
assigned to Perlop Forest for a special mission to destroy the
enemy. While patrolling, they were shot by a group of communist
terrorists. After two members were shot, Tpr Rasli countered shot the
enemy fire while boldly approaching his wounded comrades. While
counter shot the enemy, a bullet hit Tpr Rasli on the neck and killed
him. In that battle, the rates of mortality and injured enemies were
unavailable where else Troup No. 3 had two dead and one wounded. He
was awarded the SP medal on July 7, 1972.

MAJ GEN (RTD) ABDUL RAHMAN KHAMIS

is from Alor Gajah, Melaka. On July 8, 1957, based on information by a
communist terrorist who surrendered, Lt Abd Rahman who led the Platoon
11 of Company C, 6 RAMD was ordered to track the enemy camp. The
tracking resulted in them managed to detect the enemy position in a
valley. His platoon divides into three smaller groups to ambush the camp.
Once deployed, they waited along the pathway used by the terrorists to
return to the camp. At 1445H, a male and female terrorist were entering the
camp. Lt Abdul Rahman trailed them from a distance of 25 yards, then shot
and killed the terrorist and wounded the female. He was awarded the PGB
medal on 31 August 1958.

GEN (RTD) TAN SRI MOHD GHAZALI BIN CHE MAT

is from Lenggong, Perak. On November 13, 1957, Platoon 1 of Company
A, 2 RAMD under the command of 2 Lt Ghazali encountered with a
group known as the 37/39 Platoon of Regiment Liberation from MCP-
5. While ascending a hill to encroach the enemy positions, they were
repeatedly shot from above the mountain. Aware of the situation that his
men were unable to counter the attack, 2 Lt Ghazali and a soldier named
Private Hassan Selati stormed the enemy firing. His determination and
courage caught the enemy by surprise and forced them to retreat. In that
battle, the two communist terrorists were killed. He was awarded the PGB
medal on 31 August 1958
 MAJ GEN (RTD) DATO' ABDUL KADIR NORDIN

comes from Kelantan. In 1965, the OAK TREE OP held in Kota Tinggi, 2
Lt Abdul Kadir was ordered to capture enemies gathering in a
cottage. During the night, he and his platoon moved towards the enemy
location to surround the cottage with the two obstruction groups and one
offensive group. The attack supposed, to begin with, a gunshot, but the
bullet did not explode. Assuming both obstruction groups are in a position,
2 Lt Kadir rushed to the cottage and ordered the enemy to come out and
surrender. His bold actions caught the enemies by surprise the enemy, and
nine people surrendered. When led the enemy out of the house only then 2
Lt Kadir realised that just he and one of his soldier had raided the cottage,
while the rest were unprepared. He was awarded the PGB medal on June 8,
1966.

MAJ GEN DATO 'ABDULLAH BABU

is from Yong Peng, Johor. On March 24, 1979, after discovering the
enemy hideout, Capt Abdullah, who led 18 other soldiers took a position
to launch an attack. The first shot was by Sgt Mohd Zain who came across
an enemy when he was moving in to attack. Simultaneously, Capt
Abdullah and his squad unleashed rapid firing and successfully killed one
enemy. Surprised by the attack, the enemy tried to escape, but Capt
Abdullah and his men continued tracking and managed to shoot a female
terrorist. After searching, the group led by Capt Abdullah managed to kill
three terrorists, confiscated SLR weapons, ammunition, communist
pamphlets, food and eight public identification cards. He was awarded
the PGB medal on June 7, 1981.

COL (B) ISMAIL SALLEH

is from Alor Setar, Kedah. On August 23, 1970, Company C 6 Rangers led
by Maj Ismail was deployed to impede the infiltration of communist
terrorists. The enemy initially retreated then counter-attack with about 70
people. With the support of artillery firing, Major Ismail led his company
to attack the enemy who was surrounded. He displayed courage and great
perseverance throughout the battle which lasted for seven hours. The battle
resulted in four terrorists getting killed. He was awarded the PGB medal on
June 2, 1971.
 COL (RTD) MAURICE LAM SHYE CHOON
is from Penang. On November 12, 1961, during the Congo rebellion,
about 40 people tried to besiege and attack the Officers’ Mess to capture
some of the Italian Air Force officers; he showed great courage by
manoeuvring two tanks to recapture the Mess. His courageous and
determined action had succeeded in rescuing members, equipment and
Special Forces weaponry Malaya (Malaya Special Forces (MSF) from
falling into the hands of the Congo rebels when they invaded and sieged
the Officers’ Mess including the Kindu Airport. He was awarded the PGB
medal on June 5, 1963.

LT COL (RTD) ISMAIL GHOWS

is from Kampung Boyan, Taiping Perak. On October 5, 1966, based on

information about a group of North Kalimantan National Army (TNKU)
that will be having a rendezvous, Company Headquarters 7 RAMD led by
Major Ismail moved to the suspected area in Kampung Jawa. In the
evening, when the company was on the river bank, he found civilian clothes
and saw movement in the water. With the spirit of courage and heroism,
Major Ismail jumped into the river and pounced on the enemy forces at that
time. He managed to apprehend the six members TNKU after struggling
with them in the river. After his soldiers came to help, Major Ismail once
again came across two more TNKU members and captured them. He was
awarded the PGB medal on June 7, 1967.

LT COL (RTD) ABDULLAH DOLMAT

is from Jasin, Melaka. On October 21, 1974, as a result of information
obtained from the activities of communist terrorists who tried to influence
the villagers in Sungai Moyan, 2 Lt Abdullah and ten soldiers together
with four elected members of the Special Branch carry out missions to
attack and destroy the enemy in the area. After finding the enemy camp,
2 Lt Abdullah positioned his men. At 0600H, they began to crawl
approaching the enemy camp.
After being shot by the enemy who was
aware of their presence, 2 Lt Abdullah led his men bravely move and
stormed into the camp. At the same time, the obstruction groups too
began firing. They killed five terrorists and seized five barrel gun, a
pistol, ammunition and other equipment. A soldier suffered minor
injuries in the chest after getting shot. He was awarded the PGB medal
on Nov 26, 1974.
 COL LT AHMAD ABD RASHID

is from Batu 18, Kampung Tok Ya, Jitra, Kedah. On the night of November
30, 1974, Capt Ahmad with 11 PKPT members ambushed the enemy of
Combat Unit-6 while taking their meals. In the first ambush, he succeeded
in killing a female terrorist. Next, he took courageously launched the
second ambush and managed to kill one another communist
terrorists. Terrorist equipment seized at the scene was a Browning 9 mm
pistol with ammunition and drugs. He was awarded the PGB medal of on
June 4, 1975.

LT COL (RTD) ROBERT RIZAL ABDULLAH

is from Kampung Lachau Dua, Simanggang, Sarawak. On 10 and
October 11, 1973, while on a tracking mission on the night on Oct 10,
1973, Platoon 12, managed to kill two communist terrorists. Following
that, the company led by Capt Rizal joined Platoon 12 and began tracking
to find and destroy the enemy. At about 0100H, they found a temporary
enemy camp estimated about 30 to 40 people. After taking the position at
time 0615H, Capt Rizal began the attack with a shot from his gun. The
surprise attack caused the enemy to panic and tried to escape. Capt Rizal
and his men continued to hustle, and they killed seven terrorists and
seized eight barrel guns, a pistol, ammunition and equipment of
terrorists. His company experience death and one injury. He was awarded
the PGB medal on Dec 27, 1973

LT COL (RTD) KASSIM ABDUL KADIR

is from Labuan, Sabah. On May 14, 1971, while patrolling in Bukit Besar,
2 Lt Kassim heard a gunshot and screaming from the members of the Army
Special Forces Intelligence (PKPT). He and his platoon rushed to the scene
and found PKPT attacked by a group of enemies. Without wasting time, he
led the platoon to attack. 2 Lt Kassim and RJR Mereng with bravely went
down the hill while firing a shot and toppled one by one on the enemy. As
a result, they succeeded in killing five people and seized some enemy
weapons and their equipment. He was awarded the PGB medal on June 7,
1972.
 LT COL (RTD) ABD JALIL MAKMOR
is from Kampung Kuala Sawah, Rantau, Negeri Sembilan. On December
10, 1974, 2 Lt Abd Jalil and Platoon 7, Company C, 1 RAMD was ordered
to sweep in the area of Kompeni C responsibility at Bukit Lintang,
Karak. While performing the task, the communist terrorists shotted one
of the soldiers from behind. 2 Lt Abd Jalil courageously tracked the
enemy. At one time, Platoon 7 was attacked again by terrorists. 2 Lt Abd
Jalil then saw the enemy located 10 feet from his shelter. Disregarding
his safety, he shot and killed the enemy using an MGK. A modified pistol
with ammunition, explosives, food and equipment were seized from the
dead terrorists. He was awarded the PGB medal on June 7, 1975

MEJ (RETIRED) NEVILLE HERBERT SIEBEL

is from Kuala Lumpur. On November 12, 1961, a group of 40 to 50 armed

Congo rebels besieged the Officers' Mess in Kindu. The insurgents struck
and stomped several members of the Italian Air Force. Realizing the
situation 2 Lt Siebel, together 2 Lt Low Tung Yeow and Capt Maurice Lam
began shooting at the rebels. 2 Lt Siebel acting as the head of the group was
hit in the struggle. He managed to capture a rebel. They then continued to
deal with the rebels despite the order to surrender weapons and an armoured
car. By disobeying their orders was the right action under the circumstances
as they had to fight to maintain the equipment and weapons of Malaya
Special Forces members that were entrusted to him from falling into the
hands of the rebel army, who also surrendered and surrounded the Kindu
airport. He was awarded the PGB medal on June 5, 1963.comes from Kuala
Lumpur. On 12 November 1961, a group of 40 to 50 fully armed Congolese
rebels soldiers sieged Officers' Mess in Kindu. At that moment, the rebels
beat and trample members of the Italian Air Force. 2nd Lt Siebel with 2nd
Lt Low Tung Yeow and Capt Maurice Lam took bold action by shooting
towards the rebels. Lt M Siebel as the vehicle chief was also beaten in the
struggle. He managed to capture a rebel. Then, they faced with the rebel
group even got orders to surrender their weapons and armored vehicles.
The action to ignore order in that situation was right because they defense
the Malaya Special Forces’ equipment and men from falling into the hands
of the Congolese rebel army. After that, the rebels surrendered. He was
awarded the PGB medal on 5 June 1963.
 MAJ (RTD) BAHARIN ABD JALIL
is from Kuala Krai, Kelantan. On March 17, 1971, 2 Lt Baharin and RJR
Lan ak Gima while tracking managed to detect a group of communist
terrorists with more than 14 people. 2 Lt Baharin courageously started
shooting in solitary until the magazine runs out of rounds, and then RJR
Lan ak Gima continued firing at the enemy. After that, disregarding the
rapid enemy firing, they both quickly and immediately attack the enemy
position while firing. In the battle, they killed 13 terrorists and
confiscated seven-barrelled guns, seven shoot a firearm, ammunition and
a backpack containing equipment 14 individual terrorists. He was
awarded the PGB medal on June 2, 1971

CAPT SHANMUGANATHA AL E.RAMPOO

was from Tanjung Malim, Perak. On Jan 11, 1974, a total of 22 members
of Platoon 6, B Company, 5 Ranger led by Capt Shanmuganathan
managed to trace the communist terrorist camp on a hill in Sungai Liang,
Raub, Pahang. After making plans, he led the platoon attack. Capt
Shanmuganathan showing courage and willingness to take risks
continued the climb towards the enemy camp, even though the enemies
were firing rapidly at his direction. In that effort, a bullet hit Capt
Shanmuganathan. Seeing the situation, RJR Mat Isa pulled Capt
Shanmuganathan out of the battle and protected him with his body until
terrorists killed him. He was awarded the PGB medal on June 4, 1975

MEJ (RETIRED) KAMARUDDIN MOHD JAMAL

is from Kuala Lipis, Pahang. On August 21, 1964, based on information

about the landing of the Indonesian Military (TNI), which were about 12 to
15 people in Pontian, a group led by 2 Lt Kamaruddin moved to eliminate
the intruders. While the approaching enemy, they were shot with automatic
weapons. After realising their firing was not effective, 2 Lt Kamaruddin
threw a grenade towards the enemy as he gave the words of encouragement
to his men. 2 Lt Kamaruddin killed a TNI soldier that tried to shoot
him. Overall, they killed four people, seizing weapons ammunition and
other equipment. He was awarded the PGB medal on 21 June 1965.
 MEJ (RETIRED) LEE AH POW
on September 12, 1962, No. 2 C Squadron troops led by Lt Lee was
ordered to patrol the north of Elisabethville airport. At 1100H, when
returning to the base, they passed through a lane at the intersection of
Martini. After 30 km of the road, a group of 30 to 40 people surrounded
the Katanga army convoy and they opened fire when ordered to retreat
by Lt Lee. To save the convoy from further attack, one shot of browning
machine gun short bursts was aimed at the Katanga forces. This action
causes the Katanga troops to flee their positions. Once rummaging the
area, Lt Lee found two Katanga soldiers were killed, and many weapons
and ammunition were left behind. The courageous and quick action by Lt
Lee saved a section of the Gurkha soldiers who were besieged by the
armies of Katanga. He was awarded the PGB medal on June 3, 1964.

MEJ (RETIRED) MOHAMAD BASRI DIN

is Kodiang from Kedah. On Oct 6, 1974, 2 Lt Basri Din with his platoon
was assigned to assist the Police Forest Platoon (PPH) that was ambushed.
Upon reaching the location of PPH Platoon, 2 Lt Basri began tracking the
enemies who fled after the ambush occurred. While monitoring the PPH
group was ambushed on a hillside. 2 Lt Basri bravely countered fire the
enemy with the PPH group. The battle continued until dusk. 2 Lt Basri
showed courage and responsibility as a leader in responding to the enemy
attacks by emanating words of encouragement to his men to continue
fighting. The battle saw 2 Lt Basri managed to kill a terrorist. The next day
he shot another terrorist with a grenade. He was awarded the PGB medal
on June 4, 1975.

MEJ (RETIRED) SAMAON AHMAD

came from Batu Kikir, Bahau, Negeri Sembilan. On 15 June 1972 based
on information that a group of terrorists from the North Kalimantan
Communist Party (PKKU) will be holding a rendezvous, Lt Samaon
together with three former communist terrorists who surrendered and the
members of Indonesian Army Commando Regiment, was assigned a
mission to eliminate the group. Once they found the camp, Lt Samaon
began planning and started spraying shots at the terrorist leader and killed
him. The battle continues for some time until all the terrorists were killed.
The fight saw three terrorists getting killed and some weapons like
the Thompson, Stengun and pistol as well as other documents were
successful seized. He was awarded the PGB medal on June 6, 1973.
 MEJ (RETIRED) SALAHUDDIN MUTTALIB

is from Telok Anson, Perak. On July 21, 1972, Lt Salahuddin was ordered
to perform a mission to kill the commander of 330 Armed Forces of the
North Kalimantan People’s Party (PARAKU), Fam Tze Heung dan his
wife. On the night of July 16, 1972, with three former Communist Terrorists
(SEP), Lt Salahuddin began his mission. After four days of waiting, finally,
Fam Heung Tze appeared together with SEP. In the total blurry darkness,
and after confirming his target, Lt M Salahuddin unleashed MGK firing
towards the two terrorists. Fam Heung Tze was injured, but his counter
firing was off target. Lt Salahuddin determination and courage saw him
hitting the enemy with the MGK thus knocking him down. Lt Salahuddin
then twisted the neck of Fam Tze and used a knife to kill him. Then he
rushed toward Fam Tze’s wife and stabbed her twice in the chest. One AK-
47 and Stengun, ammunition and equipment of terrorists were successfully
confiscated. He was awarded the PGB medal on June 6, 1973.

MEJ (RETIRED) MOHD H PIAH ALI

is from Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu. On October 7, 1977, at 1030H,
while on a break on their way to a new base, Lt Mohd H Piah deployed a
patrol group. While patrolling, the group saw a campsite located on a hill
and with some communists. The head of the patrol group informed the
matter to Lt. Mohd H Piah and was directed back to base for further
action. After Zohor prayer, he and his platoon proceeded to the position
of the enemy campsite. Right at 1700H, he let go a shot as a signal to
launch the attack on the enemy. At the same time, the terrorist camp was
bombarded with firing from Lt Mohd H Piah’s platoon. The battle saw
the platoon killed four communist terrorists. He was awarded the PGB
medal on June 7, 1978.

MEJ ROSLAN BIN ABD RAHMAN

is from the Kg Melayu Majidee, Johor Bahru, Johor. 2 Lt Roslan led

Platoon 5, B Company 14 RAMD and was ordered to battle patrol after
discovering enemy movement tracks. On Oct 25, 1979, they found a potato
field suspected of belonging to the communists. After reconnaissance, 2 Lt
Roslan found a campsite that was occupied by four people who were
working in the area. 2 Lt Roslan decided to attack. The first burst firing
from 2 Lt Roslan and his men killed two communist terrorists. During a
search carried out, another female terrorist was killed and another believed
to have escaped. Platoon 5 also seized two Carbine guns, eight magazines
and 242 rounds, point 22 gun, magazines and 112 rounds, a grenade and
other equipment. He was awarded the PGB medal on Dec 19, 1980
 MEJ KM (RETIRED) MICHAEL RIMAN AK BUGAT
is from Saribas, Sarawak. On June 1, 1979, Combat Intelligence Platoon
(UCIS), which consists of Cpl Michael and headed by SGT Kanang Ak
Langkau succeeded in tracking the enemy trail which led to their resting
place. In that battle, he courageously attacks and barges into the enemy.
The bravery displayed by him and his group resulted in five communists
getting killed. The battle also claimed the life of a soldier, and he
sustained severe arm injuries. He was awarded the PGB medal on June 6,
1984

LT COL KHALID HALIM

is from Kampung Simpang Pulai, Ipoh, Perak. On September 27, 1993,

Platoon 4 B Company 19 RAMB (Mek), led by Capt Halim Khalid as Head
Assistant of B Company was assigned to provide security at the court at
Old Port, Mogadishu, Somalia. While performing this task, Platoon 4 was
attacked by militia armed with RPGs, automatic weapons, grenades and
rifles. Capt Halim showed the tremendous spirit of valour to order his men
to return fire and engaged battle with the militias. The fighting spirit
showed forces the militia to reduce their attacks, and Platoon 4 managed to
save three Somalian judges from the militias. He was awarded PGB medal
on October 2, 1994.

MEJ ABD AZIZ ABD LATIF

is from Kampung Pak Badol, Bachok, Kelantan. On October 4, 1993, Maj
Abd Aziz was involved in the rescue mission of 70 U.S. Rangers and five
members of the United States Air Force who were besieged in the Bakara
Market by Farah Aideed militia. As Chief Company, Maj Aziz bravely
alighted from the vehicle to rescue injured personnel while encouraging
them to continue battling the enemy.
This rescue mission was carried
out excellently by MALBAT members even though one soldier died and
nine others were injured with four tanks damaged after being shot by anti-
tank weapons. He was awarded the PGB medal on October 2, 1994.

CAPT SUHAIDI HJ SAAD

from Bukit Mertajam, Penang. On August 27, 1993, about 0500H, he led
Platoon 2 A Company 21 with only six men and was attacked by a group
of pirates in the Sulu Sea. 2 Lt Suhaidi stirred his men to fight even with a
small strength. He courageous displays in returning fire by disregarding the
risk and personal security while ordering his men to combat the pirates. His
platoon killed two pirates and wounded three others. He was awarded the
PGB medal on June 1, 1997.
 CAPT (RETIRED) PANIR CHELLVUM AL VELAITHAN
is from Kulim, Kedah. On February 14, 1977, Lt M Panir along with four
men was involved in a mission to ambush the communist who was
believed to be taking food from their supporters. In the battle, the group
managed to kill one terrorist. During the search conducted the next
morning, they found a wounded terrorist. 2 Lt Panir ordered his men not
to kill the terrorists instead captured him to obtain information on their
activities within the area. The battle saw two guns with ammunition, six
hand grenades and a backpack containing food and equipment were
seized. He was awarded the PGB medal on June 7, 1978.

CAPT (RETIRED) DAVID FU CHEE MING

is from Sibu, Sarawak. On August 27, 1970, Platoon 8 C Company of 6

Rangers led by 2 Lt David was part of a group that was ordered to ambush
on a group of enemies heading towards somewhere anticipated. After the
enemy entered the killing field, 2 Lt David ignited the claymore mines
followed by a GPMG firing. Platoon 8 led by 2 Lt David killed four
terrorists and seized three automatic weapons with large amounts of
ammunition and six backpack containing tools and equipment terrorism.
He was awarded the PGB medal on June 2, 1971.

CAPT KHAIRUL ANUAR ABD AZIZ

is from Batu 3, Kampung Besut, Jalan Temerloh, Pahang. On October 4,
1993, 2 Lt Khairul Anuar was involved in the rescue mission of 70 U.S.
Rangers and a five-man crew of U.S. Air Forces in the Bakara Market
area surrounded by Farah Aideed militia. After the tribal militia was using
anti-tank weapons, 2 Lt Khairul ordered his men to return fire. His
courageous act caused the army to retreat from the battlefield. This rescue
mission was carried out excellently by MALBAT even though one soldier
was killed and nine injured with four armoured carrier tanks (KPPA)
damaged after being shot with anti-tank weapons by the Farah Aided
militia. He was awarded the PGB medal on Oct 2, 1994.

LT COL BASRI OMAR

is from Merbok, Bedong, Kedah. On April 25, 1976, Capt Basri and his team were
ordered to make a clearing in a tunnel located in the enemy camp that was
captured. The risk taken was too high as the pit was filled with active booby-traps.
While clearing, a mine exploded. He sustained injuries, and one of his men was
severely wounded and died later. While awaiting the arrival of the helicopter, he
gave words of encouragement and motivated his men clearing the tunnel to
proceed with their work. He was awarded the PGB medal on June 2, 1976.