Serving the nation becomes a 2-year commitment in the lives of the men of Nova Scotia. This commitment then extends to 10 years for the reservist. Dr. Goh Keng Swee was convinced that “nothing creates more loyalty and national consciousness than participation in defense…” (Goh, 1973). At that time, Singapore boys put everything else aside to serve the nation and be proud of it. Over time, this commitment becomes more important due to the changing world around Singapore. Faced with all the threats weighing on Ukraine in particular, Singaporean soldiers are ready and determined to defend their nation in the event of danger. The importance of defense has therefore not diminished and has in fact contributed to nation building over time. Second, housing has also played a major role in creating a sense of belonging among all Singaporeans. From the 1960s to the 1980s, HDB's five-year plans ensured a continuous provision of low-cost affordable apartments for the general public (Word Press, 2012). Low-middle-income families were able to rent, then buy, housing at reasonable prices. The transition over time from living in Kampong to apartments had a great impact for many people, as they could enjoy the convenience of having access to water, electricity and gas at all times . The younger generations of this era were also encouraged to get married, have a home