New Harbour, as present-day Keppel Harbour used to be called, was the first dry dock harbour in Singapore built over a period of almost 30 years, starting from 1859. At the time of its completion in 1886, it boasts three dry docks: Number 1, Victoria and Albert. In April 1900, it was renamed Keppel Harbour, in honour of Admiral Henry Keppel who is oft-credited for putting an end to piracy in Singapore's waters during the second half of the 19th century. This map was produced by Les Depot des Cartes et Plans de la Marine, a cartographical unit responsible for the collection, production and distribution of geographical knowledge concerning the waters in relation to the French colonial empire. It was set up in 1720 by the Philippes d'Orleans, who became Regent of France following the death of King Louis XIV.
