Marching Through Memory: Military History Tourism in Malaysia

Major Jamaluddin Hasan, Deputy President, Malaysia Military History Tourism Association

28-May-25 19:00

Marching Through Memory: Military History Tourism in Malaysia

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When we think of tourism, most of us imagine beaches, food, or cultural landmarks — not battlefields. But Malaysia has a rich and often overlooked military past, from World War II to the Emergency and beyond. Major Jamaluddin Hassan, a veteran and Deputy President of the Malaysia Military History Tourism Association, takes us through what these tours offer, the kinds of stories they uncover, and the unexpected emotional weight of keeping history alive.

Image Credit: Malaysia Military History Tourism Association Official Facebook

Produced by: Sudais Ferhard

Presented by: Tee Shiao Eek

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Categories: managing, education, History/Heritage, culture, travel

Tags: military tourism, malaysian military, cultural heritage, malaysian history, warfare, malaya,

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