People start to gather at Singapore General Hospital (SGH ... · People start to gather at...
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People start to gather at Singapore General Hospital (SGH) after hearing of Mr Lee Kuan Yew's death. Mourner's flowers of condolence mingle with the 'get well' cards and balloons.
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Mr Lee Kuan Yew’s omnipresent image keeps a watchful eye over Singapore's future generations at SGH where he was cared for until his death.
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The grief of the older generations was palpable.
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Still turning a profit in the Central Business District shortly after his death.
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Messages of strength in the ever extending lines of people.
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The organisation of the massive numbers paying their respects soon turned in to a military operation.
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Signing the book of condolences at Tanjong Pagar GRC (Group Representation Constituency). Mr Lee Kuan Yew led this constituency throughout his political career until his death in March 2015.
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Media interest grew as the week progressed.
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Mourners file past The Fullerton Hotel with it’s flag at half mast.
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Long lines of mourners shield themselves against baking heat of the day.
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…..and by night. Some waiting for up to twelve hours to pay their last respects.
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Mourners pay their last respects at Mr Lee Kuan Yews's home GRC, Tanjong Pagar.