Singapore River, 1984 : general view [1]
Photograph
01 Oct 1984
Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988
Information About
This photograph shows a reflection of prominent landmarks in the CBD (Central Business District) on the Singapore River, framed within the arm of an excavator. A bridge is spanned across the Singapore River. Title devised by Library staff.
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- All rights reserved, Family of Kouo Shang-Wei and National Library Board Singapore 2007
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