The Loke Wan Tho Private Papers

Loke Wan Tho (14 June 1915 – 20 June 1964) - Businessman

During his lifetime, Loke Wan Tho was well-known as a film magnate, passionate ornithologist and photographer.

The youngest son of businessman Loke Yew (1845-1917),  Loke was born on 14 June 1915 to Loke senior and his fourth wife, Loke Cheng-Kim (1895-1981).  He was two years old when his father died.

Loke received his primary education at home from a governess, and only started attending school when....Click here to read more.

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