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Motto
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The motto "Honour and Glory" entreats each Commando to achieve all missions he undertakes for the Honour and Glory of the Commando Formation, the SAF and Singapore.
Insignia
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1. Green Background 2. Stiletto Knife 3. Gold Ribbon/Border 4. Winged Bayonet Commandos' Insignia
 
1. Green Background

It is an indication of an infantry unit.

 
2. Stiletto Knife

The Stiletto is predominantly a killing knife with a very sharp point. It derives its origin from the British Commandos who used it to great effect in the Second World War. Since 1986, all Commandos are presented with the Stiletto upon receiving the Red Beret.

 
3. Gold Ribbon/Border

It represents the unit as an elite outfit.

 
4. Winged Bayonet

The wings and bayonet denotes the elite airborne status of the Commandos.

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