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This essay explores the possibilities of Biomimicry and how it can be harnessed by the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF). The usage of metallurgy in modern militaries appears to be devoid of a central essence and is often more a means to an end. Metallurgy works in binary terms; they either destroy or...

Following the success of the British insurgency during the Malayan Emergency, there has been a countless host of works aimed at uncovering the ‘lessons’ to be learnt from their victory in Malaya. This essay explores whether the lessons learnt from the case of the Malayan Emergency, are indeed a p...

Abstract: The book is an account of the experiences of a unique group of men who were inducted to the inaugural Officer Cadet Course at the Singapore Armed Forces Training Institute (SAFTI) from 1966 to 1967. The recollections and photographs of these officers have made this book a priceless reco...

Professional Excellence is the epitome of success for military professionals. This essay explores the attainment of professional excellence by the Army Engineer who ensures that our Army’s equipment is safe, reliable, maintainable and operational. The Army Engineer is the combat force multiplier ...

The author focuses on the unique characteristics of sea power and its strategic utility. In this essay, he defines sea power with reference to Alfred Thayer Mahan, an American historian and naval officer who was an expert on sea power in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He then discusses t...