By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, Nov 9: The Sarawak Museum Department has enriched its collection with the donation of 27 miniature cannons in a ceremony held at the Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam Hotel in the Netherlands.
The donation was formally presented to Sarawak Museum Department director Nancy Jolhi in the presence of Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, Deputy Minister for Tourism Datuk Sebastian Ting, and permanent secretary yp the Ministry Datu Sherrina Hussaini.
According to a news report by Sarawak Public Communication Unit (Ukas), the cannons were donated by Peter Hamer, an engineer who served with Sarawak Shell Berhad in Miri from 1976 to 1984.
During his time in Sarawak, Peter collected the cannons, which hold deep cultural significance for the region.
He expressed his desire to return these historical artefacts to Sarawak, ensuring that they will be preserved and appreciated by future generations in their place of origin.
These intricately crafted miniature cannons, symbolising Borneo’s rich artistic heritage, will now become part of the Sarawak Museum’s esteemed collection, further solidifying its status as a global hub for cultural and historical artefacts. — DayakDaily
