Restoring a hero’s pride of place
Our nation owes a debt to its fallen heroes that we can never fully repay. — Barack Obama, 44th President of USA When it was first established, the Buntal Esplanade “hero’s monument” was a sight to behold.Initiated by Unimas and other government agencies, it was dedicated to commando trooper Rasli Buang — befitting the 22-year-old native […]
Monument for Rosli Dhoby
SIBU: A monument to honour the sacrifices and contributions of local independence hero, Rosli Dhoby, will be built here. Education, Science and Technological Research Assistant Minister Dr Annuar Rapaee said Rosli, who a local, was instrumental in fighting for Sarawak’s independence. “Initially Sibu Town Square was proposed as the location. I had a meeting and […]
Recognise hero’s contributions, Putrajaya told
KUCHING: The federal government is urged to recognise the sacrifices and contributions of Iban war hero and George Cross recipient Datuk Sgt Awang Raweng to the nation. Deputy Chief Minister Tan Sri Dr James Jemut Masing said the bravery of the Nanga Skrang native was recognised by the state government, by honouring him with a […]
