An important photograph of a building that played a role in our nation's history prompts the writer to walk down memory lane and relive events that helped make Merdeka a reality.

THE QUEST FOR INDEPENDENCE

DAWN has barely broken, but Jalan Hang Jebat is already a hive of activity.

Named after one of the greatest silat exponents in history, this place is home to the renowned Jonker Street Flea Market, where local vendors and their out-of-state counterparts start arriving in the wee hours to display their wares while hoping that the day will bring a stream of successful transactions.