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Traffic on the New Bridge Road, Singapore
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Traffic on the New Bridge Road, Singapore
Traffic on the New Bridge Road, Singapore Date: circa 1910s
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Traffic on the New Bridge Road, Singapore (circa 1890s-1910s): A Snapshot of Historical Transportation This evocative photograph captures the bustling scene on New Bridge Road in Singapore during the late 1890s to 1910s. The image is a testament to the rich and diverse transportation landscape of the time, long before the era of automobiles became the norm. The photograph reveals a lively intersection filled with an intriguing mix of traditional and modern modes of transportation. Oxen and their carts, laden with goods, jostle for space alongside rickshaws, horse-drawn carriages, and wagons. The oxen, with their powerful muscles and determined expressions, appear to be pulling heavy loads with ease, while the rickshaw pullers, dressed in traditional Malay attire, navigate the crowded streets with deft agility. The arrival of the motorized bus and the automobile is also evident in the photograph, with a bus making its way through the throng of traffic, and a car making a rare appearance in the background. The bus, a symbol of the emerging modern transportation system, stands in stark contrast to the traditional modes of transport, highlighting the rapid pace of change that was taking place in Singapore during this period. The New Bridge Road, a major thoroughfare in Singapore, was a hub of activity, with merchants, traders, and travelers from all corners of the world passing through. The photograph provides a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of the bustling city, offering a unique perspective on the transportation history of Singapore during the late 1800s and early 1900s.
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