December 2015WINDOW INTO HISTORYA front view of Lomond; several house servants are in evidence, circa 1884.
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Sanatorium. Retreat. Home. The bungalows up on the Hill played different roles throughout Penang’s history.The first structures to appear on top of Penang Hill were almost certainly a flagstaff for signalling the arrival of shipping, together with a small building to house a military detachment. These were in place by 1793, with the soldier’s task being to maintain a lookout and send signals to the town, although they were able to spend their considerable free time cultivating a garden. Occupants...
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is a retired British educator, now resident in Penang, whose interests include discovering more about the history of the island as well as photography, walking and cycling.