Cenotaph, 1922 : side view



Photograph

01 Jan 1960

Photographed By Cheah, Seng Kee

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This probably taken in the 1960s photograph shows the Cenotaph, which was erected as a memorial in honour of the men who died in action during World War I and II. It was unveiled by the Prince of Wales on March 31 1922. This general side view shot is in black and white. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.


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All rights reserved. Lee Kip Lin and National Library Board, Singapore 2009.

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