Spectators on the dock at the opening of the Singapore Naval Base’s floating dock : rear view
Photograph
01 Jan 1929
About The Photograph
This is a photograph from E. A. Brown’s collection. It was taken during the opening ceremony of the Singapore Naval Base's floating dock on 14 August 1929. The photograph shows some of the invited guests looking across the waters, towards the observation tower on the opposite side. The No. 5 Singapore Harbour Board launch can be seen in the waters below the observation tower. Date of creation estimated. Title devised by Library staff. Information contributed by Richard Hale.
Additional Details
- Credit Line
- All rights reserved, Celia Mary Ferguson and National Library Board, Singapore 2008
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