MERDEKA STADIUM
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Stadium Merdeka (Independence Stadium) is a sports stadium in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It was initially erected for Malaysia's declaration of independence on 31 August 1957.
The stadium, operated by Perbadanan Stadium Merdeka, was a venue for many major sporting events prior to its handover to the private company, such as the 1977 Southeast Asian Games and the annual Merdeka Football Tournament (Pesta Bola Merdeka).
In 2007, Merdeka Stadium underwent restoration to its original 1957 condition. The 45,000-capacity stadium has been reduced to 20,000, which meant that several of the upper terrace blocks built over the years had to be demolished. The renovations are part of Malaysias 50th anniversary plans to relive the moment when Tunku Abdul Rahman proclaimed independence there.
Unused 3 1/2" x 5 1/2" standard size chrome
Dist. by A.S.M.K. & Co.