| Singapore at the 1956 Summer Olympics | |
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| IOC code | SGP (SIN used at these Games) |
| NOC | Singapore National Olympic Council |
| Website | www |
| in Melbourne/Stockholm | |
| Competitors | 52 in 6 sports |
| Flag bearer | Lionel Chee |
| Medals |
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| Summer Olympics appearances (overview) | |
| Other related appearances | |
 Malaysia (1964) | |
Singapore competed at the 1956 Summer Olympics in Melbourne, Australia.
The following Singaporean athletes participated in the games: [1]
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