Around the National Studium on 9 August 2006
Part 3
Copyright 2006 Hobbes Yeo. All Rights Reserved.































Balloons for release later during the Parade's finale.


















These are Singapore's 25-pounder artillery guns. Used in the 1940s as part of the island's defences, these guns have been retired to being ceremonial guns.












When the President reviews the Guard-of-Honour contingents, these 25-pounders are fired as a mark of highest respect. This is known as the 21-gun salute, a military tradition which dates back to the 14th century.






























F-16 Fighting Falcons flying in the skies over the National Stadium.






























The CH-47D Chinook helicopter carrying the Singapore Flag, accompanied by two AH-64A/D Apache Attack Helicopters.