Soldiers made nation what it is but remain as outsiders

Defenders of the country: Kadamus (centre) and Paru (right) showing Balang the certificate of honour they received for their bravery in defending Sarawak.

THEY helped determine the shape and size of the country, defending the mountainous border boundary against an Indonesian invasion. Sadly, they are still not recognised as the country’s citizens.

The country’s territories would have been different – much smaller, perhaps – if not for the heroic efforts of the former Border Scouts of Sarawak.