Singaporeans Collection

Raffles Hotel, Singapore (coloured photo)
6029751 Raffles Hotel, Singapore (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raffles Hotel, Singapore.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

The Prince Unveils the Straits Settlements War Memorial, Singapore (b/w photo)
8630659 The Prince Unveils the Straits Settlements War Memorial, Singapore (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Singapore: Cocoanut Tree (b/w photo)
8643176 Singapore: Cocoanut Tree (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cocoanut Tree)

Singapore: North Bridge Road (b/w photo)
8643551 Singapore: North Bridge Road (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: North Bridge Road)

Battery Road (b/w photo)
8637033 Battery Road (b/w photo) by Indian photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battery Road)

Raffles Library and Museum, Singapore, Straitss (b/w photo)
8670716 Raffles Library and Museum, Singapore, Straitss (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raffles Library and Museum, Singapore, Straits S)

British Empire colonial and Indian troops attending the Coronation of King Edward VII (b/w photo)
8672152 British Empire colonial and Indian troops attending the Coronation of King Edward VII (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Raffles Statue, Singapore, Straits Settlements (b/w photo)
8670732 The Raffles Statue, Singapore, Straits Settlements (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Raffles Statue, Singapore, Straits Settlements)

The King's Dock, Singapore, Straits Settlements (b/w photo)
8670719 The King's Dock, Singapore, Straits Settlements (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The King's Dock, Singapore, Straits Settlements)

Ships on their way to lay the China telegraph cable to connect Java, Singapore, Penang and Madras, 1870
3478999 Ships on their way to lay the China telegraph cable to connect Java, Singapore, Penang and Madras, 1870; (add.info.: Ships on their way to lay the China telegraph cable to connect Java)

Map of the Malay Peninsula, c.1900 (engraving)
533325 Map of the Malay Peninsula, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Map showing historical boundaries of the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Singapore, circa 1902)

Old Chinese Temple (b/w photo)
8637060 Old Chinese Temple (b/w photo) by Indian photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Chinese Temple)

Cavanagh Bridge (b/w photo)
8637057 Cavanagh Bridge (b/w photo) by Indian photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cavanagh Bridge)

Singapore: Offices of Messrs Ambrosoli Stoppani and Company and Italian Consulate (b/w photo)
8643164 Singapore: Offices of Messrs Ambrosoli Stoppani and Company and Italian Consulate (b/w photo) by English photographer

Real Photographs, c.1939: Singapore (coloured photo)
8671454 Real Photographs, c.1939: Singapore (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Singapore)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669603 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A plan of the harbour near Singapore by Captain D.l. Ross, FRS Marine Surveyor General, 1827 (Pencil)
7339515 A plan of the harbour near Singapore by Captain D.l. Ross, FRS Marine Surveyor General, 1827 (Pencil, black ink and grey wash) by Ross, D. I

Singapore (colour litho)
8641579 Singapore (colour litho) by Maxwell, Donald (1877-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Singapore. Illustration for East of Suez)

Singapore: View of the Island from the Sea (b/w photo)
8643178 Singapore: View of the Island from the Sea (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the Island from the Sea)

Singapore: Botanical Garden, The lake (b/w photo)
8643172 Singapore: Botanical Garden, The lake (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Botanical Garden, The lake)

Singapore: Native Street (b/w photo)
8643170 Singapore: Native Street (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Native Street)

Singapore: Singapore Sea Shore (b/w photo)
8643169 Singapore: Singapore Sea Shore (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Singapore Sea Shore)

Singapore: Robinson Road (b/w photo)
8643163 Singapore: Robinson Road (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robinson Road)

China Sea Singapore Main Strait From Tree I (pulo Angup) to Battam Bay Surveyed by Staff Commander J.W. Reed, R.N
7339589 China Sea Singapore Main Strait From Tree I (pulo Angup) to Battam Bay Surveyed by Staff Commander J.W. Reed, R.N. and the officers of H.M.S

View of Singapore, 19th century (watercolour)
7341705 View of Singapore, 19th century (watercolour) by British School, (19th century); 12.2x19.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Singapore: Colonial Garage, Property of Messrs Ambrosoli Stoppani and Company (b/w photo)
8643177 Singapore: Colonial Garage, Property of Messrs Ambrosoli Stoppani and Company (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonial Garage)

Singapore: Malay Village (b/w photo)
8643174 Singapore: Malay Village (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Malay Village)

The Cenotaph, Singapore, Straits Settlements (b/w photo)
8670731 The Cenotaph, Singapore, Straits Settlements (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cenotaph, Singapore, Straits Settlements)

Victoria Memorial and Theatre, Singapore, Straitss (b/w photo)
8670725 Victoria Memorial and Theatre, Singapore, Straitss (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victoria Memorial and Theatre, Singapore, Straits S)

Singapore: Cocoanuts plantation (b/w photo)
8643175 Singapore: Cocoanuts plantation (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cocoanuts plantation)

Singapore: Malay Cottage (b/w photo)
8643173 Singapore: Malay Cottage (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Malay Cottage)

Singapore: A Siamese Coolie (b/w photo)
8643167 Singapore: A Siamese Coolie (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Siamese Coolie)

Singapore: Government House, View from the Garden (b/w photo)
8643166 Singapore: Government House, View from the Garden (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Government House, View from the Garden)

Singapore: Harbour view (b/w photo)
8643165 Singapore: Harbour view (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harbour view)

Singapore: Colliery Quay (b/w photo)
8643171 Singapore: Colliery Quay (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colliery Quay)

Government House, Singapore, Straits Settlements (b/w photo)
8670718 Government House, Singapore, Straits Settlements (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Government House, Singapore, Straits Settlements)

World map. Believed by some to have been compiled by Zheng He.Zheng He (1371-1435)or Cheng Ho
529404 World map. Believed by some to have been compiled by Zheng He.Zheng He (1371-1435)or Cheng Ho, China's most famous navigator

Singapore, engraving, 1850 (coloured engraving)
1729633 Singapore, engraving, 1850 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Singapore, engraving, 1850)

French Cruiser Lamotte-Picquet arriving in Singapore, June 1939 (b / w photo)
1729018 French Cruiser Lamotte-Picquet arriving in Singapore, June 1939 (b/w photo) by French Photographer (20th century); (add.info.: French cruiser Lamotte-Picquet (La Motte Picquet)

Indian and Asian dress (coloured engraving)
5229970 Indian and Asian dress (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indian and Asian dress)

British airmen feeding a honey bear, a RAF mascot in Singapore (photo)
6014668 British airmen feeding a honey bear, a RAF mascot in Singapore (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British airmen feeding a honey bear)

Smelting works in Keppel Harbour, Singapore (b / w photo)
6023666 Smelting works in Keppel Harbour, Singapore (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Smelting works in Keppel Harbour, Singapore)

A Menagerie Race at Singapore (engraving)
1054529 A Menagerie Race at Singapore (engraving) by Dollman, John Charles (1851-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Menagerie Race at Singapore)

Costume of Chinese people of the East Indies, 1880 (coloured engraving)
968824 Costume of Chinese people of the East Indies, 1880 (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume of Chinese people of the East Indies, 1880)

St Andrews Church, Singapore (engraving)
1103444 St Andrews Church, Singapore (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Andrews Church, Singapore)

Singapore (coloured photo)
5991981 Singapore (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Singapore. Illustration for Glimpses of the British Empire (Collins)

Indian jugglers, Singapore (b / w photo)
6023649 Indian jugglers, Singapore (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indian jugglers, Singapore)

Collyer Quay and Johnstons Pier, Singapore (b / w photo)
6023643 Collyer Quay and Johnstons Pier, Singapore (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Collyer Quay and Johnstons Pier, Singapore)

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Singaporeans are a diverse and vibrant community, as depicted in these captivating images. The iconic Raffles Hotel stands tall, symbolizing the rich history and elegance that Singaporeans take pride in. In another snapshot from history, we witness the surrender of the British in Singapore, a moment that shaped the nation's destiny. The engraving from 1850 showcases early Singapore, with its bustling streets and multicultural atmosphere. A black-and-white photo captures the arrival of the French Cruiser Lamotte-Picquet in June 1939, highlighting Singapore's strategic importance even during turbulent times. The coloured engraving depicting Indian and Asian dress reflects the cultural tapestry woven by Singaporeans throughout generations. Meanwhile, British airmen feeding a honey bear reminds us of their unique bond with nature amidst their service to RAF stationed in Singapore. Keppel Harbour's smelting works showcase industrial progress while an enchanting engraving portrays an exciting Menagerie Race held in Singapore - evidence of entertainment enjoyed by locals back then. The colourful engraving showcasing Chinese people's costumes further celebrates diversity within this melting pot of cultures. As we delve into maritime adventures through an engraved depiction of Round-the-World Yachting on board "Ceylon, " we see how seafaring has always been ingrained within the spirit of adventurous Singaporeans. St Andrews Church stands proudly as a testament to faith and spirituality embraced by this cosmopolitan society. Lastly, a lithograph takes us on a journey along Malaysia's immense forests where brave souls march along rivers – reminding us that beyond cityscapes lies untamed beauty waiting to be explored by intrepid explorers among our fellow countrymen. These glimpses into different aspects of life reflect not only historical moments but also capture the essence of what it means to be Singaporean – resilient yet adaptable; proud yet humble; united yet diverse.