If you think Changi Beach is an idyllic seaside spot for beachgoers, think again! Peter brings us back to the 1960s where Changi Beach played an important role in the coastal defence of Singapore.

When one speaks about “Pantai Chantek” or Changi Beach, it conjures up images of people swimming in the sea, people paddling koleks or families spending their lazy Sunday afternoons consuming French loaves with curry chicken. Changi Beach was the strip of coastal beach from the junction of Telok Paku Road/Nicoll Drive to the junction of Tanah Merah Besar Road/Nicoll Drive. The one best spot most people preferred was the area next to the present SAF Ferry Terminal. But next time when you head to the SAF Ferry Terminal to send your boyfriends, brothers or sons to Pulau Tekong, think back to 1964 and ask yourself what was on that spot.

Curious? Learn a little more of Singapore’s recent history on Good Morning Yesterday.

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