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Freedom Day and the Kampong Spirit

This chapter examines the mixed emotions surrounding England's 'Freedom Day' and the anxiety of vulnerable individuals as COVID-19 restrictions eased. It also takes listeners to Kampong Lurong in Singapore, a nostalgic area reflecting a tight-knit community overshadowed by modernity and drastic urban changes. Through personal narratives and historical insights, the chapter explores the deep connections to place and community, contrasting them with the pressures of development and change.

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