Mr Lee Kuan Yew, the first Prime Minister and
founding father of Singapore, passed away on the 3rd of march 2015. He
and his party took Singapore, little more than a backward fishing island back
in 1965, and transformed it into what it is today. The result speaks for itself.
Unless you are a Singaporean, and grew up
during the early years of Independence, it might be a bit difficult to envisage
and appreciate what Mr Lee has done.
Mr Lee was clever, brave, bright and brilliant
of mind, far-sighted, determined,
no-nonsensical, and one who is not afraid to speak his mind - all qualities of
a great leader. He was also a doting father and loving husband. He devoted his
life to Singapore, moulding, shaping the island through the years, improving
the life of the people. And rightfully, Singaporeans mourn his passing.
During his Lying in State in Parliament House,
people queued for up to 10 hours just to pay their last respects and say good-bye
to him. When the funeral procession left Parliament House, people lined the
15.4 km route in the afternoon amid a torrential downpour, shouting his name
and waving the Singapore flag. A very touching scene indeed.
Dignitaries and foreign leaders, near and far
were amongst the admirers of Mr Lee. They, too, came to pay their last respects,
and say their good-byes.
Words can’t describe my respect and gratitude
for this great man and great leader, and for what he went through, what he did
for Singapore. Without Mr Lee, there would be no Singapore such as it is today.
He made me proud to be a Singaporean.
Thank you Mr Lee. I am forever grateful to
you! You will be missed!
Here are some links to websites and news
portal which mentioned Mr Lee or news pertaining to Mr Lee.
These images show what the late Mr Lee Kuan
Yew means to Singaporeans
Here are Mr Lee Kuan Yew’s 12 most memorable
quotes
Top 8 Unforgettable Words Of Lee Kuan Yew
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