Boats and container port, 1960s : general view
Photograph
01 Jan 1960
Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988
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This photograph shows bumboats, lighters and container ships operating on the waters within close proximity to a port which can be seen on the right side. The container ships are loading and unloading their cargo beside the warehouses. Date of creation estimated. 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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