Malayan Historical Group aims to install more WWII historical markers

Malayan Historical Group Association chairman Shaharom Ahmad (left) and Persatuan Warisan Perak secretary Nor Hisham Zulkiflee seen at a memorial ceremony marking the 81st anniversary of the Battle of Kampar at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Kampar in Perak late last month. Photo: Bernama

This year, the Malayan Historical Group Association (MHG) is working to ensure that historical World War II (WWII) sites in the Perak state continue to be protected, documented and promoted, with efforts to put up informative signboards and historical markers.

MHG chairman Shaharom Ahmad said 16 locations in Perak had been identified, with each site having their own historical value in the Malaysian story. With more historical information and research made available, these places can create opportunities for community pride and tourism.