2nd Malaysian Infantry Brigade Press Day
Members of the press in Ipoh were hosted by the 2nd Malaysian Infantry Brigade yesterday, in the army’s bid to forge closer ties with local media practitioners.
The brigade opened its grounds to the media for the first time since it was headed by Brigadier-General Datuk Mohd Nizam bin Hj Jaffar in February of this year.
During the half-day event, a number of friendly competitions were held, from target shooting to Frisbee, creating a platform to break the ice between soldiers and journalists.
At the same time, we had the chance to learn how to handle the M4A1 5.56mm carbine, a lightweight (2.8kg) and user-friendly rifle.
We also learnt that there are four basic shooting positions to master: standing, kneeling, sitting, and prone.
Shooting at an open range is something we civilians seldom get to do, so it was indeed a treasured experience.
Prizes were given for best shooter (individual and team), as well as Frisbee Champion.
Once the competition wrapped up, we were invited to visit the brigade’s Survivor Village, with a simulated jungle setting.
Here, we got to see for ourselves the various traps and jungle accommodation, including lessons on basic jungle survival skills.
These skills would surely come in useful should we find ourselves stranded deep in the woods while on a special assignment.
Event: 2nd Malaysian Infantry Brigade Press Day
Venue: Kem Syed Putra, Tambun
Date: 25th April, 2017
Time: 9am
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Wow, must be really fun getting to experience what the army does especially holding a riffle. Good that they open up to outsiders so they can get a glimpse.
This event is really remarkable. Knowing that there is a strong ties between the military and the media. It is really amazing.
i used to visit this kind of place during high school. It was a school trip, and it was fun.
The event sounds interesting. I wish I could join them too to learn on shooting.
This is fun… getting to see our macho heros at work and all… What a wonderful opportunity
I would love to try my hands on some of the firearms and started running like I am the Rock in one his action movies. Haha
I love to join this kind of event. First it makes us close to mature, second to understand more about our defense people.
Looks really interesting to be able to stay close with the brigade team. The activity looks so much fun and interesting! Glad that I learn more from your post dear =D
What a fun event! Especially the shooting part and to learn the basic survivingr skills, valuable experience you have there!
Wow! looking at your images terrifies me, i cant imagine being on the field to learn how to survive. IM WEAK T.T
wow . what a fun event !
Previously I had worked among the pensions soldiers , so now I admit and impressed with their fitness even they has reached the age of 70 an