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The founding father of modern Singapore was a pragmatic man of vision. He started the Tree Planting Day in Singapore and planted a tree every year till 2015 when he completed his earthly journey on March 23rd.
In his memory, our prime minister Mr Lee Hsien Loong planted a Tembusu tree -- which is a local native tree -- in the landscaped fringe of Pinnacle @Duxton housing estate in Tanjong Pagar area. This Tanjong Pagar community was represented by the late Mr Lee Kuan Yew (LKY) as their Member of Parliament for 60 years till his passing.
In addition, a "Time Capsule" -- with many memorabilia items related to the Tanjong Pagar constituency and LKY including newspapers printed in the days following his demise -- will be buried for 50 years.
The Time Capsule will be opened when Singapore celebrates SG100, that is, 100 years of independence. Incidentally, our tiny "red-dot" nation is celebrating SG50 this year.
Thank you for your attention dear friend.
Sincerely, Leon Enriquez, March 25, 2015.