Thursday morning at dawn, Correctional Services of Papua New Guinea (CS) marked the 23rd annual parade in commemoration of the fallen CS Servicemen, who gave their lives in the service of their country. Correctional Services Commissioner, Stephen Pokanis in his address stated that the parade this morning was to honour those CS personnel who lost their lives during the Bougainville Crises, working together with Police and PNGDF officers and the government at that time during the initial start of the civil war in 1989. While there were a number of incidents that led to casualties from the CS, the commissioner stated that they had lost 5 men during the War. “We are here this morning to remember them for the service that they gave willingly to God, our Government and our people." "Let us maintain this passion to serve dutifully while at the same time remember the exemplary deeds of those officers who have gone to eternal rest.” Whilst commemorating the those that fell in service to the country, the Commissioner, urged the members, rank and file of the CS to uphold the laws of the country and serve to the best of their ability for God and those whom they swore to protect. He urged those that attended the Correctional Services 23rd annual Parade to serve with distinction by working honestly and with commitment in accordance to the promise that each CS personnel swore to serve. He further challenged them to have the duty to secure all detainees in their custody, provide reform opportunities so they can support their families and communities.