Testimonial letter for amah

Collections
1582036
Title
Testimonial letter for amah
Year/Period
1964
Region
Singapore
Object Type
Dimension
Object size: 21.5 x 16.6 cm
Accession No.
2024-00254
Credit Line
Gift of Goh Family in memory of Koh Ah Tin

This letter was written by a former employer for Koh Ah Tin, who worked as an amah for the employer's family from 1962 to 1964. The letter commends Koh for her punctuality and trustworthiness. Born in Singapore in 1921, Koh was the main breadwinner for her family. She worked as an amah for British families living in Singapore after the second world war. As an amah she took care of the children in the families and did household chores.