Step back in time and learn about Singapore’s wartime past. battle of singapore, an annual event organized by the National Heritage Board (NHB). Through more than 25 programs and more than 70 tours, including guided tours, theatrical experiences, talks, film screenings, and exhibits, visitors can step into the historical events that shaped our country into what it is today.
“We are delighted to once again collaborate with our Museum Roundtable partners and partner agencies to present further versions of the Battle for Singapore. ), participants will be able to understand the situation and context of Singapore’s residents more than 80 years ago in a new and engaging way,” said Goh Chor Tong, Director of International and Museum Relations. says. At NHB.
One of the highlights of this year’s edition is: Cycling Buona Vista The tour will be led by historian Dr. John Kwok and cultural heritage researcher and author Lee Kok Leong. This tour takes participants through the Buona Vista defense line and learns more about Singapore’s last battle, which broke out in the southwest region spanning Pasir Panjang, Gilman Barracks, Alexandra Military Hospital, and other military installations.
Another highlight is a guided tour to Kashin House in Lim Chu Kang Natural Park, a key site where the first Japanese landings took place on February 19, 1942. This site is accessible only through programs and activities selected by the National Park Commission. .
In addition, a 110-minute theatrical experience “ No doubt of surrender: 3 days before the fallcentering on artist Ho’s Hotel Aporia video installation at the Singapore Art Museum (SAM), will also include an artist tour with Ho Zu Nyen and Dr Ma Jeong Yong that explores the historical context of the 1940s.
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