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22 Jun 2007

Photographed By Tay, Lionel

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Shown in this photograph are young Singaporeans articulating in words, their love and aspirations for the country, in different languages. Title devised by Library staff.


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All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2007.

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