FORM OF PARADE
Inspection of Guard-of-Honour:
The GOH will comprise 4 contingents of 72 participants each. They
will be attired in the No. 1 ceremonial uniform with M16 rifles.
SAF Provost Unit will provide the No. 1 Guard. The Army Best Combat
Unit will form the No. 2 Guard. The Navy will form the No. 3 Guard.
The Air Force will provide the No. 4 Guard.
Recital of the SAF Pledge:
We, Members of the Singapore Armed Forces, Do solemnly and
sincerely pledge that: We will always bear true faith and
allegiance to the President and the Republic of Singapore. We will
always support and defend the constitution. We will preserve and
protect the honour and independence of our country with our
lives
One Minute Observance of Silence:
The one minute silence is to remember our comrade-in-arms, the
precious sons of Singapore who have lost their lives in the course
of service in the SAF.
Presentation of Best Unit Awards:
The Minister for Defence will present the Best Unit and Best NS
Unit awards. Families of the Best Unit's Commanding Officer will be
invited to witness the presentation.
Presentation of SAF State Colours:
The President will present the SAF State Colours to the Best Combat
Unit.
Trooping of Colours:
In the past, Trooping the Colours before a battle served as a means
of identification and as a rallying point for the soldiers in
battle. Colours have historic and symbolic significance as battle
honours were accorded to them for gallant acts and sacrifices made
by the men. Today, Colours have become the emblem of loyalty and
courage, and signifies the high battle readiness of the unit. The
No. 1 Guard will serve as the Colours escort.
March Past:
The Parade will march off with the Colour Party leading, followed
by the GOH, Marching Contingents, and finally, the SAF
Band.
