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Borneo Wharf, Singapore (c. 1870s)
Size:
11cm x 15cm
Description:
As Singapore grew in popularity as the gateway to the far East, the old harbour at the mouth of the Singapore River became overcrowded, forcing companies such as the Borneo Company Limited to build Borneo Wharf in deeper water areas around the New Harbour (now Tanjong Pagar) to cater to more steamers. In 1885, Borneo Wharf, which allowed for underwater repairs and easy transportation if combustible fuel, was sold to the Tanjong Pagar Dock Company. The Colonial Government in turn acquired it in 1905.
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11cm x 15cm
Description:
As Singapore grew in popularity as the gateway to the far East, the old harbour at the mouth of the Singapore River became overcrowded, forcing companies such as the Borneo Company Limited to build Borneo Wharf in deeper water areas around the New Harbour (now Tanjong Pagar) to cater to more steamers. In 1885, Borneo Wharf, which allowed for underwater repairs and easy transportation if combustible fuel, was sold to the Tanjong Pagar Dock Company. The Colonial Government in turn acquired it in 1905.
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