Then & Now - A Look At Former Saf Camps

Bringing together interviews, reenactments and animations, the series re-visits old SAF sites and shows how they have been given a new lease of life as commercial buildings or lifestyle spots."Then and Now: A Look at Former SAF Camps" will take you on a journey back in time and show you how former SAF camps and bases turned from training grounds into some of Singapore's favourite playgrounds.

Ep 1 Tanglin Camp
9 mins

Mention Dempsey Hill, and you'd probably think of yummy food and quality furniture. But what do you know about the area's military heritage, beyond the black and white of the colonial architecture? Follow Benjamin Heng as he takes a closer look at the former Tanglin Camp, in Episode 1 of the new web series “Then and Now: A Look at Former SAF Camps”.

Ep 1 Tanglin Camp

Mention Dempsey Hill, and you'd probably think of yummy food and quality furniture. But what do you know about the area's military heritage, beyond the black and white of the colonial architecture? Follow Benjamin Heng as he takes a closer look at the former Tanglin Camp, in Episode 1 of the new web series “Then and Now: A Look at Former SAF Camps”.

Ep 2 Gillman Camp
7 mins

To conquer a particular training spot known as "The Gap" in the former Gillman Camp, it takes 3 days and 2 nights - along with teamwork, fitness and mental resilience. Join Benjamin Heng as he discovers "The Gap", as well as other stories behind this very first home of The Singapore Army's Combat Engineers.

Ep 2 Gillman Camp

To conquer a particular training spot known as "The Gap" in the former Gillman Camp, it takes 3 days and 2 nights - along with teamwork, fitness and mental resilience. Join Benjamin Heng as he discovers "The Gap", as well as other stories behind this very first home of The Singapore Army's Combat Engineers.

Ep 3 Brani Naval Base
7 mins

Brani Naval Base was the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN)'s very first home. It was here that the RSN was built from scratch, to become what is today a capable and well-respected fighting force. The island has since been occupied by the Singapore Police Coast Guard, continuing its legacy as a home to the defenders of the sea. Discover the rich history of this land in Episode 3 of "Then & Now: A Former Look at Former SAF Camps".

Ep 3 Brani Naval Base

Brani Naval Base was the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN)'s very first home. It was here that the RSN was built from scratch, to become what is today a capable and well-respected fighting force. The island has since been occupied by the Singapore Police Coast Guard, continuing its legacy as a home to the defenders of the sea. Discover the rich history of this land in Episode 3 of "Then & Now: A Former Look at Former SAF Camps".

Ep 4 Seletar Camp
7 mins

Much has changed in Seletar in recent times, including Seletar Camp. The privileged few who have experienced its idyllic old world charm include the anti-aircraft gunners of the Republic of Singapore Air Force's 160 Squadron and the men of 35th Battalion, Singapore Combat Engineers. Explore the past and get a glimpse of the future of Seletar Camp, in Episode 4 of "Then & Now: A Former Look at Former SAF Camps".

Ep 4 Seletar Camp

Much has changed in Seletar in recent times, including Seletar Camp. The privileged few who have experienced its idyllic old world charm include the anti-aircraft gunners of the Republic of Singapore Air Force's 160 Squadron and the men of 35th Battalion, Singapore Combat Engineers. Explore the past and get a glimpse of the future of Seletar Camp, in Episode 4 of "Then & Now: A Former Look at Former SAF Camps".

Ep 5 Ulu Pandan Camp
6 mins

Episode 5 of “Then and Now: A Look at Former SAF Camps”, takes you on a walk down memory lane with host Benjamin Heng. Re-discover Ulu Pandan Camp with its rich history - once home to Singapore's very first battalion of regular soldiers, the First Singapore Infantry Regiment, and the School of Military Medicine.

Ep 5 Ulu Pandan Camp

Episode 5 of “Then and Now: A Look at Former SAF Camps”, takes you on a walk down memory lane with host Benjamin Heng. Re-discover Ulu Pandan Camp with its rich history - once home to Singapore's very first battalion of regular soldiers, the First Singapore Infantry Regiment, and the School of Military Medicine.

Ep 6 Commando Camp
7 mins

What do you remember about Commando Camp? For many SAF Commandos, it would probably be the exceptionally tough training that is often associated with elite commando forces around the world. Watch this video to take a look at the tough training that the SAF Commandos undergo at Commando Camp, to earn the coveted red beret, and build up the unique skills and traits that make them one of the SAF's elite fighting forces.

Ep 6 Commando Camp

What do you remember about Commando Camp? For many SAF Commandos, it would probably be the exceptionally tough training that is often associated with elite commando forces around the world. Watch this video to take a look at the tough training that the SAF Commandos undergo at Commando Camp, to earn the coveted red beret, and build up the unique skills and traits that make them one of the SAF's elite fighting forces.

Ep 7 Singapore Command And Staff College
6 mins

The immaculate facade of Hotel Fort Canning reminds many not only of Singapore’s colonial past, but also a certain calibre of men, men with character and mettle. Learn more about this special group of men, the Singapore Command and Staff College, and its first home at Fort Canning Hill.

Ep 7 Singapore Command And Staff College

The immaculate facade of Hotel Fort Canning reminds many not only of Singapore’s colonial past, but also a certain calibre of men, men with character and mettle. Learn more about this special group of men, the Singapore Command and Staff College, and its first home at Fort Canning Hill.

Ep 8 Beach Road Camp
7 mins

Remember the former Beach Road Camp? Join Benjamin Heng in the series finale of Then and Now, A Look at Former SAF Camps and see what used to be the home of the first women volunteer soldiers from the People’s Defence Force, and the Non-Commissioned Officers Club!

Ep 8 Beach Road Camp

Remember the former Beach Road Camp? Join Benjamin Heng in the series finale of Then and Now, A Look at Former SAF Camps and see what used to be the home of the first women volunteer soldiers from the People’s Defence Force, and the Non-Commissioned Officers Club!

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Premiered2016
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