A local corporal has successfully completed his national duty by accepting a piece of cheap acrylic that costs significantly less than a decent laksa.

The plaque features a low-resolution photo of the soldier looking like a kidnapping victim in full ILBV gear and face paint.

Accompanying the award is a hideous "ORD OH" shirt designed to ensure no woman ever engages him in conversation again.

"Wadio! This plaque is the only thing I have to show for my brain cells dying in the jungle leh," remarked Corporal Tan while clutching his plastic prize.

His superior officer noted that the gift was a token of appreciation for two years of world-class "Chao Keng" behaviour and master-level malingering.

"You think your life very precious ah, take this plastic and go home kiss your mother lah," First Sergeant Liew shouted during the formal presentation.

The commemorative item will now serve its primary purpose as a coaster for cheap lager in a dusty bedroom.

Military analysts suggest the plaque’s structural integrity is the only thing tougher than Tan’s fragile civilian ego.