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23 Nov 2020 | OPS & TRAINING

Last assault together as cadets

//Video by Koh Eng Beng

//Photos by Chai Sian Liang

Before they can get their coveted 2nd Lieutenant ranks at their commissioning next month, these Infantry officer cadets must go through the gruelling Platoon Assault Course – a test of their teamwork and ability to stay sharp despite physical exhaustion. Catch the action here:

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