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This is a photograph of a partial view of the Singapore River with bumboats, and skyscrapers in the background. Singapore River has undergone major changes since 1819. Photograph donated by Tan Gak Chee and displayed at the Heritage Roadshow 2008. HRS3_268. Date of creation estimated. Title devised by Library staff.
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- This digital copy (c) National Library Board Singapore 2008. The original work (c) Tan Gak Chee.
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