Civilian War Memorial

The Civilian War Memorial, also know as "Chopsticks", was completed in January 1967. The four white pillars, each standing at 67 metres tall, represented the four different races in Singapore, who were killed during the Sook Ching Massacre during the Japanese Occupation. Every year, on 15th February (Singapore's Total Defence Day), a memorial service is held here to remember the victims of the second World War. We were also told to maintain a respectful silence when visiting the Civilian War Memorial.

The Inscription on the Civilian War Memorial

The four pillars of the Civilian War Memorial, also known as "Chopsticks"