Remembrance Day 🇸🇬
Remembrance Day is observed on 11 November each year to honour the soldiers and civilians who lost their lives in war and armed conflict, especially those who fought in World War I. The date marks the Armistice signed on 11 November 1918, which ended the fighting at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. On this day, many around the world pause for a two-minute silence to reflect on these sacrifices.
Started our day bright and early at 6.30am.
It was a solemn occasion as we brought a busload of our Sembawang West residents to the Kranji War Memorial for the Remembrance Sunday Service this morning.
This meaningful visit reminded us of the bravery and sacrifices of our forefathers who fought courageously against the Japanese occupation during World War II.
After the service, we continued our Heritage Trail to Reflections at Bukit Chandu, where we learned about the valiant defence during the Battle of Pasir Panjang — and the unwavering courage of Lt. Adnan Saidi and his men from the Malay Regiment, who stood firm in defending our land. - (words by Shafiq Arifin, Sembawang West)
I had a hard time searching for my badges and beret when I received a call from Mr Shafiq Arifin to attend the Remembrance Day ceremony at Kranji War Memorial, just before the Battle Tour that I will soon be guiding at Pasir Panjang with residents from Sembawang West, under Woodlands Galaxy. I honestly did not expect to wear these items again, as for years I was only familiar with the Number 4 uniform.
The red poppy worn on my left chest is a symbol of remembrance, inspired by the poem “In Flanders Fields”, where poppies grew over the battlefields after the war. I am just an ordinary person, but I feel an immense sense of pride every time I wear my military uniform, a reminder that I have served my nation.
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