Tomb rubbing of prominent businessman Wong Ah Fook's grave

A classic rags-to-riches example of many successful Chinese immigrants, Wong Ah Fook came to Singapore in 1854 as a carpenter who then established himself in the building business and then branched off into agriculture, revenue farming, gambling, gambling, banking and land development. His hard work and enterprising spirit paid off, making him a successful, influential businessman who developed close links with the Johor sultanate.

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Three clay tablets ('dijuan') from the grave of prominent businessman Wong Ah Fook

Clay tablet ('dijuan') from the grave of Wong Ah Fook

Clay tablet ('dijuan') from the grave of Wong Ah Fook

Clay tablet ('dijuan') from the grave of Wong Ah Fook