Welcome arch for the Duke of Connaught, Hong Kong, 1906

Source: Bristol Archives: British Empire & Commonwealth Collection (reference 1998/028/1/1/134).

The photo in the collection is glued to an album which was made by Dr Marriott, who worked at the Peak Hospital from c.1905 to c.1920. The text reads:

A decorative welcome arch spans a city street in honour of the Duke of Connaught, who visited Hong Kong shortly before a devastating typhoon struck the city on 18 September.

Original manuscript caption: High dignitaries in the these Celestial regions must always pass under such arches which indicate high rank. These arches are quite temporary but beautifully set up.

Date picture taken
9 Feb 1906
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