Singapore may only be 60 years old, but the nation has endured much, including the turbulence of World War II, and the country’s wartime history remains a crucial part of our identity. To mark this, Changi Chapel and Museum has teamed up with Reflections at Bukit Chandu to present Liberation of Singapore, a curated programme of talks and guided experiences that brings these chapters of history to life.
Highlights include the public talk Whispers of War: Singapore Syonan-to, which delves into the ideological and social shifts during the Japanese Occupation, and explores how our ancestors navigated life under Syonan-to.
For those keen to step into history, the Journey to the East: Heritage Trail takes participants through Changi Chapel and Museum and Changi Point, uncovering stories of prisoners-of-war and kampong residents who lived through the era.