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This is a picture of the plaque eleborating on the heritage of the Dalhousie Obelisk. Title devised by Library staff.
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Dalhousie Obelisk, 1850 : exterior
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Remembering Ronald MacPherson, plaque : close-up
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Plaque of dedication : close-up
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Dalhousie monument in the 1890s : general view
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This 1890s photograph shows a view of the Dalhousie Obelisk monument. This memorial obelisk was erected to commemorate the visit of Lord James Andrew, the Marquise of Dalhousie, Governor-General of India (1848-1856) in February 1850. Originally erected near Dalhousie Pier at a site along the Singapore River, the monument has...
Little India Arcade, plaque : close-up
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Mouth of Singapore River, 1890s : general view
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This 1890s photograph from G.R. Lambert & Co. features two sailboats, at the mouth of the Singapore River. The Dalhousie Obelisk, Cricket Club and St. Andrew's Cathedral can be seen in the centre of the photograph. Title from inscription, on front of photograph. Date of creation estimated....
