National Day celebrations : general view
Photograph
01 Jan 1961
Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988
Information About
This is a black and white photograph of the front of City Hall where work is in progress to decorate it for the National Day celebrations. Decorations already installed include the State crest, a picture of Singapore island, flags and the words "Majulah Singapura". Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.
Additional Details
- Credit Line
- All rights reserved, Family of Kouo Shang-Wei and National Library Board Singapore 2007
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