Benjamin Henry Sheares grave



Photograph

23 Nov 2004

Photographed By NIL:Heirwin M. Nasir

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A top view of the grave of Dr. Benjamin Henry Sheares, Singapore's second President, located at Kranji War Memorial 2. The gravestone on two levels is made of red marble. Title devised by Library staff.


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All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2005.

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