Historic HMS Malaya trophies shine at Muzium Negara exhibition

Visitors stop to view the twin highlights at the '100 Years Trophy Of HMS Malaya' exhibition at Muzium Negara in Kuala Lumpur, which is showcasing the HMS Malaya football trophy (left) and rugby trophy (right). Photo: Bernama

The two HMS Malaya trophies - produced in London in 1921 - that are synonymous with the history of football and rugby in the country can be seen up-close at the 100 Years Trophy Of HMS Malaya exhibition at Muzium Negara (National Museum) in Kuala Lumpur until Jan 31.

In revealing the history of the artefacts, Muhammad Faiz Azizan, the curator of the Conservation Centre of the Department of Museums, said both trophies arrived in the country after the maiden visit of a British warship named Her Majesty’s Ship (HMS) Malaya.