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adia and olivia

this source is trying to encourage the future NS men to join the NS as it is not as bad as they think it is and beneficial for them,From the evidence,the NS men in the picture were not appeared injured or looked like they have been tortured.They were even showing their appreciation to the commanding officers to thank them for what they have done for them.This shows that NS is not a form of torture and it is able to benefit them.As Singapore was still trying to set up its defence and was still not formidable,this picture is trying to convince the future NS men to be more willing to join NS

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It was to show the world and citizens that Singapore has a millitary and is defended. This dis encourages other countries to attack Singapore or attack countries with relations with Singapore and comfort the citizens of Singapore that they wont be attacked again as the photo shows 1000 ns men showing that they have a lot of men

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Jiamu and yixuan

The picture is published to convince the young men who are qualified to participate actively in National Service. The photographs show the first 1000 NS men after serving NS, showing their appreciation and happiness to their commanders. This shows that the NS men feel great sense of bonding and rootedness, and being proud for having the chance to protect the country. Singapore could only expand its defense force through conscription, which a compulsory serve of at least 2 years full-time NS. At first, many people show anxiety and uncertainness about NS, as they have not experienced NS before, having to bear tough physical training, discipline military life and anxiety being away from their families. Also, many students were about to graduate and take up a job to support their families but the NS will delay it, which cause them not keen to join NS. Thus, the picture shows the first group of NS men in order to dispel their concerns, as they are not injured but rather being happy after NS. Plus, the picture is published two years after NS was introduced, which was the end of the first group of men finishing NS. Thus, it convinces the message that it is beneficial to attend NS.

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wilma tricia

The photograph was published to convince the locals that NS is good. The picture used is to show how happy they are completing NS. They had to put their lives on the line, but came back safe. From this, people will be convinced that National Service is safe and will be motivated to join.

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chloe and rui xue

This photograph is to convince the male citizens of Singapore who are eligible to join the National Service that it is good. The picture used is to show how happy they are finishing the first NS of Singapore and in the picture, the NS men who have completed training shakes hands with the commander signifies the success of the first recruited NS batch. They had contributed to the defence of Singapore and readers reading may be convinced that National Service is not a big harm and are encouraged to join.

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Qistina & Naina

The photograph was published to encourage Singaporeans to participate and join National service.The quote “showing appreciation to their commanding officers as they troop out of their army camp”. This shows that they are proud and happy to be in National service and appreciate the opportunity to be the first batch of NS men and being in an army camp.This was published when National service was first introduced in 1967 and to encourage people who are of suitable age to join National service and show that joining NS is safe and not stressful.

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Amaya and kimberly

I can infer that the photograph was published to celebrate the completion of National Service by the first 1,000 NS men, targeting the local community and the broader public, particularly those interested in national defense and civic duty. The message conveyed appreciation for the service of these individuals and their commanding officers, highlighting the importance of military service in fostering national pride and unity. The outcome aimed to inspire respect for the NS men and promote a sense of national identity, encouraging future generations to value their contributions. In the situation of Singapore's early nation-building efforts in the 1960s, this publication served to strengthen community ties and reinforce the government's commitment to developing a capable defense force.

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NS is a mandatory military service for male citizens and second-generation permanent residents. It was implemented in 1967 to ensure national defense and foster social cohesion. The men in the photograph are the first batch of NS men. The photograph is published in 1969 to convince and tell future NS men and probably their relatives that NS is not a bad place for the eligible men of Singapore. This can be shown from the NS men that has just finished their service grinning and shaking hands with their commanding officers. It is also shown in the subheading of the image state it that the NS men are ‘showing appreciation’ to their commanding officers. This might make future, eligible men to be more keen to serve their country, as well as feeling safe that it would not cause any harm to them. This image can also be used to show that Singapore is a country that takes care of their military well and other countries should learn from it. This can be shown from everyone walking together, displaying sportsmanship and friendship among them.

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This photo was published marked a pivotal moment in the nation’s defense and identity-building efforts. It was aimed to encourage singapore males of-age that having compulsory National Service was actually a good thing for both them and the country. Having just gained independence in 1965, Singapore faced significant challenges, including a lack of military strength and external threats from neighboring countries. The introduction of National Service in 1967 was crucial for transforming the nascent nation into a self-reliant entity capable of protecting its sovereignty.

The completion of National Service by the first cohort of NS men symbolized the beginning of a robust, citizen-based defense force, addressing Singapore's urgent need for military preparedness. The photograph served not only as a reflection of military achievement but also as a means of fostering national unity and pride in a society still adjusting to compulsory conscription.

By publicly showcasing these young men’s appreciation toward their officers, the image highlighted the importance of leadership, discipline, and camaraderie within the armed forces. It aimed to inspire future generations to view National Service as an honorable duty, reinforcing the idea of a collective responsibility for the nation’s security. Ultimately, this photograph symbolized a key moment in Singapore's journey toward nation-building and self-sufficiency. Hence, the publishing of this paper was crucial in convincing singaporean males that National service was a positive change

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Kevan liau wei bo and roy

The photograph is published to reassure fellow singaporean men that being drafted into NS is not scary. The picture shows many NS men completing NS training and shaking hands with their higher officers. The outcome of publishing this photograph is to make it so that more men that are elidgeable for NS to not be scared and gladly sign up for NS. They published this photograph in the days of when their National defence is weak so more men will come a sign up for the army strengthening external defence from other countries.

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kaylin and nadia

the purpose of the photograph in the newspaper is to convince the young men in singapore to join the military. the people in the photo are all smiling, showing that it is very fun. the newspaper was published by the singapore government in a local newspaper in 1969

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Zander javius

It was published to inform the people of singapore that are male and of age to serve national service. about the first 1000 NS men and to encourage more young men of the age to sign up and enlist for National Service to protect our country from external threats. From the photograph, we can see the men in the photos smiling gracefully to the other citizens that they are happy to enlist and serve the nation. Hoping that it will encourage others to follow in their footsteps

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sophia and xuzenn

the photograph was published because the photographer wanted to capture such a precious moment of being the first group of men to finish National Service. they were grateful to their commanding officers because their officers have trained them despite the soldiers being the first batch.

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The photograph was published as they want convince the population that NS was safe.

“Showing appreciation to their commanding officers” shows that the first batch of NS men were grateful that the officers treated them well and that they were able to complete their NS without much issue.This photo was also important to reassure the public that NS was safe as the anti-NS riots were ongoing , such a photo could help change the public’s perspective of NS.

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-Jovelle and Kayse

The photo was published to convince the local public that NS men were happy about NS and appreciative to the officers in order to persuade Singaporean men of age to serve National Service. As NS was known to be cruel and tiring, they wanted to tell people that NS was actually beneficial. The photograph shows the first batch of 1000 men showing appreciation to their officers after completing their National Service, with the men looking very happy and not tired.

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The photograph was published as they want to convince the population that NS was safe.

“Showing appreciation to their commanding officers” shows that first batch NS men is grateful that the officers treated them well and they were able to complete their NS.

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Xavier Chua

The image was posted to propagandise the National service and show the general male public of Singapore who were going to serve that National service and it shows a batch of young men being discharged showing that national service is only temporary and that civilian life was still possible after being discharged, therefore encouraging the soon to be servicemen that National Service would be okay.

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Mingrui & Keith

This photograph was published to convince Singaporeans to join the NS military. This is evident from the photograph “ Many volunteers leaving their NS campus to volunteer as they completed their National Service and returning to civilian life”.

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A photograph of the first 1000 NS men, showing appreciation to their commanding officers as they troop out of their army camp, having completed their National Service and returning to civilian life, published by the Singapore government in a local newspaper in 1969.