On 14 February 2013, ITE College east celebrated total defence day at the atrium. There were many exhibit boards regarding about total defence that were placed in the middle of the atrium. Students and teachers were free to view the exhibits to understand more about total defence that day. The boards gave information about what are total defence and the five aspects of total defence which is Psychological Defence, Social Defence, Economic Defence, Civil Defence, and Military Defence.
The commemoration also showcased a flash-mob, exhibits and videos made by the students, a demo of the Virtual Commando program as well as a sign-up booth for the National Education Gaming Competition. Needless to say, the flash mob was a great success.
Total Defence was first formed in 1984 to highlight that it plays a part in every Singaporean’s life we must be united to defend and protect our country from all forms of attack be it military or non-military and to maintain peace.
Psychological Defence is about everyone’s commitment to the country for a better future and to progress and prosper as a united nation.
Economic defence is where the government, business organise themselves in a way that our economy will not break down in war or under the threat of war in the future.
Military Defence is regarding about the SAF Singapore Air Force and the Singapore military. It is essential to build a strong Military Defence in Singapore like having guys go through national service so that we will be prepared when disasters occur.
Civil Defence is safety and basic needs of the whole community so that life may go on as normally as possible during emergencies.
Social Defence is about the different races and religion living together in harmony and spending time on the interests of the nation and community.
Total Defence in Singapore is a preparatory strategy based on the understanding that besides military action, a country can be weakened in other ways such as:
(a) Wrecking its economic systems,
(b) Tearing apart its social fabric,
(c) Targeting the nation’s beliefs and commitment to defence, and
(d) The inability to recover from disasters, both natural and man-made.
After the event, a impromptu survey was done amongst the spectators. When asked what Total Defence meant to some staff and students, their responses had been nothing but positive.
Total defence means defending our country and be thankful that we feel save here as the arm forces are doing a great job ~ Monica and Farhana
Total defence reminds us all to view Singapore as their home, remembering the fear during all the turbulence times and how we have come so far since then. Also, makes us think how we can contribute to Singapore so that it continues to be this peaceful way ~ Hafiz, PI1204K
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