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This is a photograph of school children at Pearl Bank School's Sports Day. Photograph shows a race in progress. This event involves two boys coordinating closely with each other. Only one is allowed to walk using his legs while the other has to 'walk' on his hands. Photograph donated by Leong Keng Wai and displayed at the Heritage Roadshow 2008. HRS3_471. Title devised by Library staff.
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- This digital copy (c) National Library Board Singapore 2008. The original work (c) Leong Keng Wai.
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