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UNSUNG HEROES THEY, TOO, DESERVE RECOGNITION The New Straits Times recently published an article on Sybil Kathigasu, Malaya's only female recipient of the George Medal for courage. The article highlighted calls for the wartime nurse, who was held captive and tortured during World War 2, to be included in our history books. Writer highlights other unsung heroes who deserve a spot. It is time to start recognising unsung heroes who have contributed to the nation without seeking money or glory. Badan Warisan Malaysia president Elizabeth Cardosa said it was imperative to recognise individuals or communities that have contributed to the development of Malaysia, its people and its way of life. "We should celebrate all of them, not just confine our history books to personalities who are primarily from the political or economic arenas." She said these included personalities in the fields of teaching, science, medicine, sports as well as community leaders. Cardos