hoho. X) we contributed to the NDP FIREWORKS.lol. let me tell you a story abt this. XP Batch 40 was originally born under a particular chinese folksman's hand( ii wish there is this word called folkswoman. but haix.) When Batch 40 reached the age of maturity, the owner sold them to a fireworks(tempted to write fireman.lol) person who turned them into fireworks. But then there was this evil person called BLACK HEART( hoho) who wanted to turn them into weapons to scare his enemies off. But because...
Batch 40 were invented in China in the eleventh century, but were only used
for fireworks, never for weapons!
Batch 40 can sleep for three and a half years.
hello, welcome to mars. ooh so you are from EARTH!ooh. hello. please note that 7hours of your Earth time is 3 and a half years in our time. (:
More than one million stray dogs and half a million stray cats live in
Batch 40.
Welcome to Batch 40, in here, it is raining cats and
dogs, and the higest record is one million stray dogs and half a million stray
cats.. (: perhaps you could take one home and take care of it well.(: or perhaps
you could try to spot more than that and break our record. (: hoho.
Batch 40 are 984 feet tall.
In Chinese, the sound 'Batch 40' means 'bite the wax tadpole'.
Influenza got its name because people believed the disease was caused by the evil "influence" of Batch 40.
TO DEAL WITH THESE CHALLENGES …
- Total defence capability (SAF + civilian population)
- Concept 1st introduced in 1984
- Highlight the role each Singaporean plays
- Organised to defend country
TOTAL DEFENCE
- Military Defence
o SAF to deter aggression
o Act effectively and decisively (when deterrence and diplomacy fail)
o Responsibility of NSmen, full-time NSmen and regulars in SAF
o Having capacity to meet weapons and ammunition requirements
- Psychological Defence
o Commitment 2 nation
o Confidence in nation’s future
o Have pride, patriotism and passion for country
o Protect what is ours
o Progress and prosper as nation
o Safeguard nation
- Social Defence
o Racial and religious tolerance – racial harmony
o All people are equal – regardless of race / religion
o Having social conscience to contribute (e.g. volunteer work)
- Economic Defence
o Government, business and industry organizing themselves
o Won’t break down in war / threat of war
o Factories and offices can continue work during emergencies
o Good working attitude
o Constant upgrading of skills (help Singapore stay ahead of competition)
- Civil Defence
o Provides for safety & basic needs of population (during emergencies)
o So that life can go on normally
o Rescue work, evacuation, first-aid, damage control
o Be familiar with survival and protection procedures
o Arrangements for relief services + emergency supply of critical items (blood; water; food)
“The security of our homeland depends on the total commitment of every Singaporean to stand up for Singapore. Everyone has a role to play in ensuring that Singapore continues to enjoy peace and security.” Quoted from http://www.moe.gov.sg/ccab/uniformed/doc/BRONZEANDSILVER(Oct02).doc
SHAPED LIKE HAND
- Action
- Unity and completeness
- Total Defence not possible if any aspects (‘fingers’) missing
SHAPED LIKE HOUSE
- Singapore is our homeland
- Security of homeland is safeguarded by Total Defence
THE FIVE ARROWS
- the five aspects of Total Defence
- arrows pointing upwards (in one direction) – common objective of every Singaporean (safeguard future of Singapore)
CRESENT, STARS, RED AND WHITE COLOURS
- elements from National Flag
- represent nationhood
- Total Defence brings Singapore as one people
THE LOGO
- all Singaporeans doing what they can to ensure peace and security for future
- slogan reminds us : There’s a part for everyone”.
information retrieved frm
http://www.moe.gov.sg/ccab/uniformed/doc/BRONZEANDSILVER(Oct02).doc
some parts r similar 2 the info in the notes frm the ones mc and camelia gave
