Specifications
History
The Lewis gun was originally developed during World War I and remained an important defensive weapon through World War II. In Singapore, local volunteer forces and coastal defense battalions set up these air-cooled machine guns to guard beaches, airstrips, and city roads.
The gun featured a distinct barrel cooling shroud and a top-mounted circular drum. Volunteer soldiers trained extensively on the Lewis gun to fight incoming Japanese aircraft and landing troops during the February 1942 campaign before the island fortress fell.
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Combat Medals & Awards
Bintang Temasek
Singapore's highest national medal awarded for extreme bravery in times of great danger.
Darjah Utama Bakti Cemerlang (Tentera)
Singapore's highest distinguished military command award for outstanding leadership and defense service.
Pingat Bakti Setia (Tentera)
Singapore's prestigious quarter-century Long Service Medal presented for 25 continuous years of honorable military service.
Pingat Gagah Berani
Singapore's second-highest valor medal for conspicuous bravery in combat operations.
Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera)
A prestigious military medal honoring exceptional performance and service to Singapore's national defense.
Singapore Armed Forces Good Service Medal
Awarded to personnel who complete five years of faithful full-time military or national service.
Singapore Armed Forces Long Service and Good Conduct (10 Years) Medal
Recognizes a full decade of loyal and honorable regular military service in the armed forces.
Singapore Armed Forces Long Service and Good Conduct (20 Years) Medal
Honors two decades of distinguished and dedicated duty in the Singapore military.
Singapore Armed Forces Overseas Service Medal
Awarded to servicemen who deploy overseas on operational, combat support, or humanitarian missions.
Tsunami Relief Operation Medal
Special operational medal awarded for massive disaster relief efforts after the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.
