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History 101: The Legendary Knights of Medieval Europe

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Kingdom of Heaven, Ridley Scott’s 2005 historical epic, stands as a notable entry in medieval knight films providing a richer, more nuanced portrayal of the Crusade Knights, delving into the complexities of the era with a focus on characters like Balian of Ibelin. The Kingdom of Heaven explores themes of chivalry, duty, and moral fortitude, which resonate with the idealized notions of knighthood. By showcasing Saladin’s wisdom and Balian’s evolving sense of justice, “Kingdom of Heaven” elevates the knightly narrative beyond mere action, becoming a thoughtful exploration of ethics, faith, and the pursuit of peace in a world consumed by . Image source: Screen Rant

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History 101: The 2013 Lahad Datu Intrusion: A Detailed Account of Events

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The intrusion began in February 2013 when 235 militants from the self-proclaimed Royal Security Forces of the Sultanate of Sulu and North Borneo landed in Lahad Datu, Sabah, . Their objective was to assert the territorial claim of the Sultanate of Sulu over eastern Sabah. The standoff escalated into a violent , resulting in a decisive response from the Malaysian and police. Throughout the operation, 68 militants were killed, and the remaining insurgents were either captured or repelled. Image source: Lelarentaka

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Military 101: Military Trucks Exposed: The Unsung Heroes of World War II

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The current with the Malaysian Armed Forces, the HICOM Handalan truck series was developed by DRB-HICOM Defence Technologies (DefTech) in collaboration with Isuzu and comes in several variants. The first variant, Handalan I, was powered by an Isuzu 6HE1 diesel engine, delivering 180 horsepower through a 5-speed manual transmission and configured for a 4×4 drive.  The third generation, Handalan III, introduced in 2012, uses Tata diesel engines with an output of 230 horsepower. As for the number in service, the Malaysian Army currently operates 2,260 units with an additional 414 on order. Image source: Wikipedia/AstropythonRead More »Military 101: Military Trucks Exposed: The Unsung Heroes of World War II