Centenary, Singapore, 1919, 1919
Scope and Contents
112 x 150 mm. Showing the crowd gathered outside the Victoria Memorial Hall on February 6 1919 for the ceremony marking the 100th anniversary of the founding of the settlement. To celebrate the occasion Raffles statue was moved from its original location on the Padang and placed, together with an inscribed tablet, in front of the hall. The unveiling was performed by Sir Arthur Young (Governor of the Straits Settlements 1911-1919) who can be seen reading the address near the base of the statue.
Dates
- Creation: 1919
Creator
- Carter, William Langham (1869-1940) (Person)
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Biographical / Historical
Photographer unknown.
Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Good condition.
Former / Other Reference
L-C 47
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Langham-Carter gift.
General
PJ.
Originator(s)
Unknown; Carter, William, Langham-, 1869-1940
Finding aid date
2002-05-03 14:55:56+00:00
Repository Details
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