Join Jon Christian Silva. as he reminisces with Peew, founder of NBFB to mark this year’s 50 th Anniversary of British withdrawal. Sit back and read this throw-back in B2B at : thenavalbase.blogspot.com
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Celebrating British Withdrawal
Young Jon Christian Silva. relives memories with Wan Chan Peew, founder of NB Facebook to mark the 50 th Anniversary of British withdrawal. 1. In your opinion, how aware are Singaporeans of their history (e.g.history of H. M. Naval Base) these days? Ans: Frankly, I do not have an answer. But having said that, I recall that the British Naval Dockyard employed people from all over the island. I feel sure these families must have often talked about their work and the reliable source of their weekly income to sustain the respective families. And to this end, all these people (including their friends and neighbours who might not have been employed in the Dockyard) would be definitely aware of the history . 2. Could you share what you think could be the possible reasons for Singaporeans to not be more aware of their history? Ans: People in general have short memories. The announcement by the British Government in 1967 their intention to fully pull-out of Singapore by 1971 woul...