Singapore River, 1960s : aerial view [1]
Photograph
01 Jan 1960
Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988
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This photograph shows an aerial view of the Singapore River, with rows of bumboats and shophouses lined along the Boat Quay area. The present-day MICA Building can be seen in the background, situated behind the Elgin Bridge. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.
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- All rights reserved, Family of Kouo Shang-Wei and National Library Board Singapore 2007
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