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| Remembering the heroes of Bukit Kepong Posted: 09 Nov 2011 01:52 AM PST 2011/11/08 The police recently held a gathering at the historic Bukit Kepong police station to honour the fallen heroes The attack on the Bukit Kepong police station in Muar by communist terrorists is one of the darkest days in the history of Malaysia. The tragedy, which occurred on Feb 23, 1950, saw 180 communist terrorists, led by Mat Indera, attack the isolated police station at the break of dawn.
The attack lasted about five hours and resulted in the killing of 14 policemen, six auxiliary policemen, two wives and two children. Some three decades later, the tragedy was the inspiration for the movie Peristiwa Bukit Kepong, directed by veteran actor-director Tan Sri Jins Shamsuddin.
Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ismail Omar and Johor police chief Datuk Mokhtar Mohd Shariff, as well as descendents of the victims and ex-policemen were present. In his speech, Ismail said the sacrifice of the policemen and their families symbolised their perseverance and gallantry in defending an institution that stands for security and sovereignty of the country.
He voiced his disappointment with statements by some that tried to court controversy by saying the terrorists were heroes, and insulting the policemen defending the police station. "I strongly reject these false statements that try to portray these terrorists and their cohorts as heroes, when the facts are that they killed the people who fought to free the country," said Ismail. Ismail presented mementos to the descendents of police who perished in the attack, and letters of commendations to police for excellence in their duties. A pantomime of the tragedy, performed by PDRM Museum, and a recitation of a poem by Deputy Superintendent Rose Baini Kasim were staged. The pantomime touched some of those in attendance, who wiped away tears as they watched. Jamilah Abu Bakar's mother Fatimah Jaafar and brother Hassan were killed in the attack. Her father PC37 Abu Bakar Daud was severely injured. She said she was grateful that the sacrifices made by those who died in the attack, including her mother and brother, were finally recognised and honoured. "The public today have started to appreciate the sacrifices that they made, and we are thankful, especially to the PDRM, for organising this event," said Jamilah, 65. Although her father was saddened by the loss of a wife and son, she said, his spirit and desire to uphold peace in the country was never extinguished. "He continued to serve in the police force until he died in 1979," said Jamilah. To Ahmad Abdul Jamil, 63, the fighting spirit showed by his father Sergeant Abdul Jamil Mohd Shah, who was the commanding officer of the police station, is a source of pride for his family. "I am proud to have a father who was willing to sacrifice his life to defend the country. "It is a painful event to remember. I I was only 6 at the time and my mother had just given birth to my youngest brother. "It is a challenge to grow up without a father but I was never sad because my father is a national hero," said Ahmad. Full content generated by Get Full RSS. |
| Here, all kinds of everything's available Posted: 08 Nov 2011 08:13 AM PST 2011/11/08 FOR the past eight years, the Allgear shop in Taman Tasek, Johor Baru, has been specialising in gear for campers and paintball hobbyists. The shop has a myriad of items catering to these hobbies, but it is also an ideal place to shop for accessories such as bags, antique belt buckles, collar pins, caps, and shoes for big bike enthusiasts. Shop owner Raymond Yap, 50, said he also supplies gear such as glow-in-the-dark vests, jackets and other accessories for uniformed personnel.
"The shop's clientele is 80 per cent men, as the items range from tactical outfits and accessories for paintball to big bike shoes and camping gear," said Yap. The most expensive items are rifle casings, which can cost up to RM2,000 each.
Buyers of accessories for uniformed personnel, such as vests for policemen and soldiers, are required to show their respective identification documents. Allgear is a haven for those who are interested in paintball, as there are imported and locally-made uniforms, helmets and shoes dedicated to the sport.
aintball enthusiasts can find locally made helmets from RM50, or Taiwan-made ones at RM500 and less. Paintball vests are sold between RM315 and RM375. American brand Fox's big bike shoes are sold for about RM1,000, while other brands cost less. Camping fans can buy army and multi-purpose knives from RM35 to RM135. Other interesting items sold are collar pins shaped like pistols starting from RM10, and lighters of various shapes from RM20. Allgear is open daily (except on Sundays) from 9am to 6pm. On Saturdays, it is closed at 3pm. It is at 5 Jalan Glacier, Taman Tasek, Johor Baru. For details, call 07-234 8122, or log on to www.allgear.com.my. Full content generated by Get Full RSS. |
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