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Who negotiated a treaty to establish a trading port in Singapore?
Who negotiated a treaty to establish a trading port in Singapore?
Which empire invaded and occupied Singapore during World War II?
Which empire invaded and occupied Singapore during World War II?
When was the Crown colony of Singapore established?
When was the Crown colony of Singapore established?
What was the last ruling kingdom before Singapore came under the Malacca Sultanate?
What was the last ruling kingdom before Singapore came under the Malacca Sultanate?
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What were some important reasons for the rise of Singapore?
What were some important reasons for the rise of Singapore?
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Study Notes
History of Singapore: From Trading Settlement to British Colony
- Modern state of Singapore founded in early 19th century, with evidence of a trading settlement existing on the island in the 14th century.
- Last ruler of Kingdom of Singapura, Parameswara, expelled by Majapahit or Siamese before founding Malacca.
- Singapore came under the rule of Malacca Sultanate and later the Johor Sultanate.
- In 1819, Stamford Raffles negotiated a treaty with Johor, allowing the British to establish a trading port on the island.
- This led to the establishment of the Crown colony of Singapore in 1867.
- Singapore's strategic location at the tip of the Malay Peninsula, between the Pacific and Indian Oceans, and its natural sheltered harbor contributed to its rise.
- Singapore also became a free port, further boosting its economic potential.
- During World War II, Singapore was invaded and occupied by the Japanese Empire from 1942 to 1945.
- After the Japanese surrender, Singapore went through a period of recovery and rebuilding.
- Singapore gained self-governance in 1959 and full independence in 1965.
- Since gaining independence, Singapore has become one of the world's leading financial and trading hubs.
- Today, Singapore is known for its strong economy, efficient infrastructure, and multicultural society.
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Test your knowledge on the history of Singapore, from its early trading settlement in the 14th century to its founding as a modern state in the 19th century. Explore the influence of the Majapahit, Siamese, and Malacca Sultanate on the development of Singapore.
