Mr and Mrs Fung with their triplets at Tsan Yuk Hospital on February 22, 1968. Photo: SCMP
Mr and Mrs Fung with their triplets at Tsan Yuk Hospital on February 22, 1968. Photo: SCMP
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How Hong Kong’s ‘Christmas triplets’ brought good fortune to their sampan-dwelling family

  • In 1967, a mother of five gave birth to triplet sons named Yau-chi, Yau-moon and Yau-foon, or Wisdom, Richness and Generosity
  • Their arrival helped the family find permanent housing and a job for their father

Mercedes Hutton
Mercedes Hutton

Updated: 10:45am, 26 Dec, 2020

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Mr and Mrs Fung with their triplets at Tsan Yuk Hospital on February 22, 1968. Photo: SCMP
Mr and Mrs Fung with their triplets at Tsan Yuk Hospital on February 22, 1968. Photo: SCMP
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