The Tugu Negara, or National Monument, holds a profound significance in Malaysia's history, commemorating the sacrifices made during critical periods of the nation's fight for freedom. This monumental site, located in Kuala Lumpur's Lake Gardens, serves as a poignant tribute to the valor and resilience of those who braved the tumultuous chapters of the Japanese occupation in World War II and the Malayan Emergency. The monument's inception traces back to an interwar-era cenotaph, initially erected by the British administration to honor soldiers lost in World War I. Over time, its purpose expanded to include fallen soldiers of World War II. As Kuala Lumpur evolved and urban development reshaped the landscape, the cenotaph found its new home in Lake Gardens, becoming the focal point of remembrance for the nation's heroes. Inspired by the Marine Corps War Memorial in the United States, Malaysia's first Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman, envisioned a national monume...