Our motto "Forging Ahead" expresses the determination of the soldiers of 9th Singapore Division / Infantry to forge ahead in the defense of our nation with courage, strength and tenacity.
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1. Black Panther
The panther, a black cat, is seen as a good sign. Its green eyes represent its prowess in the dark of the night. By nature, the panther is fierce and aggressive when it attacks. The sharp fangs symbolise its deadly bites. The dashing panther symbolises the momentum and strength of the division surging forward to boldly embrace the challenges ahead. The panther is mainly in the red of the logo reflecting its roots in the 9th Singapore Division.
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2. Bayonet
The bayonet symbolises the infantry arm. It is synonymous with close combat; a task that the infantry is best equipped and trained to undertake. Close combat with the enemy demands tenacity and courage, qualities which infantrymen strive to cultivate. The bayonet is located in the foreground symbolising the courage of the infantryman and his utmost loyalty to the country as he selflessly steps forward to the defence of the country. The bayonet is located mainly in the yellow of the logo reflecting its deep roots in the infantry.
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3. Equal Division of Two Colours
The equal division of the two colours represents the successful merger of two equals. It also symbolises the new formation's equal commitment to both our Combined Arms Division and Infantry heritage.
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4. Yellow Colour
Yellow is the colour that usually represents the most senior unit. The infantry is the most senior unit in the Army and thus it is represented by the colour yellow.
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5. Red Colour
Red was chosen as the background of the former 9th Singapore Division logo given the Division's infantry beginnings. The same red fills the top half of the new logo.
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Last updated on 13 Nov 2006
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