SGThe 1st Commando Battalion of Singapore's armed forces has been named Best Combat Unit for the 40th time, extending its winning streak to 23 consecutive years. This recognition comes as part of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) annual awards ceremony, where 18 active units and 12 national service (NS) units will receive honors from President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing at the SAF Day Parade on July 1. The 1st Commando Battalion, known for its distinctive red berets, specializes in airborne operations, reconnaissance, and raids. Other notable awardees include the RSS Punggol, named Best Maritime Security Unit, and 145 Squadron, recognized as Best Fighter Squadron for the fifth time. The awards aim to recognize excellence in combat readiness, operational proficiency, and administrative performance while fostering professionalism and unity within the SAF.
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