tag:peatix.com,2011:1 2022-03-21T11:31:49+08:00 Peatix Museum Roundtable tag:peatix.com,2022:event-3147777 2022-02-19T09:00:00SGT 2022-02-19T09:00:00SGT

Bukit Brown (Hills 3 and 4)Date: 19 February 2022Time: 9am – 11.30amJoin Peter Pak of All Things Bukit Brown as he takes you on an exploration of Bukit Brown and hear stories of tragedy (the sinking of a ship that led to the deaths of many women and children) and of betrayal (leading to the death of the King’s Medal recipient whose ashes were only returned 11 years later and given a hero’s burial). Peter will also reveal the stories of an ambush by the resistance forces that led to the death of a pioneer whose burial was touted by the Japanese Military Administration as Syonan-to’s first public funeral, and of another survivor of that very same ambush whose life was transformed by that event and who went on after the war to play a pivotal role in the growth of Buddhism in Singapore. Finally, we will hear stories of Chinese leaders who were forced to collaborate with the Japanese under duress, or who did so to survive or reap personal gain. Hear the stories of how they survived or died during this difficult period in Singapore’s history at Bukit Brown.About the Guide and All Things Bukit BrownPeter Pak is a volunteer guide for All Things Bukit Brown and a blogger who writes under the moniker of Rojak Librarian (mymindisrojak.blogspot.com)All Things Bukit Brown is a group of volunteers who record the heritage, habitat and history of Bukit Brown and its surrounding area, and the history of Singapore since 1819.The tour will be held at Bukit Brown. More details on the gathering point will be sent to participants upon registration.Note: Any child participant of/under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Ensure that you are appropriately attired (long pants and closed-toe shoes) for outdoor trekking as a fair amount of walking is involved. Bring an umbrella or poncho in case of wet weather. As there are no toilet facilities at the tour venue, please use the toilet before gathering. All participants must abide by prevailing COVID-19 Safe Management Measures. If you are feeling unwell, please do not participate in this tour. By participating in this tour, you agree to the Terms and Conditions as set out here. If you have other enquiries, please email nhbbattleforsg2022@gmail.com.