Our History

Singapore has come a long way from its humble beginnings as a fishing village to an independent nation. Read more about Singapore’s history here.

Early Names
Historical names of Singapore.
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Pre-Colonial History
14th to 19th century Singapore.
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Founding of Modern Singapore
From British trading post to a major port of call.
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The Japanese Occupation
World War II: Singapore under the Japanese Occupation.
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Towards Self Government
The push for elections and new political forces emerge.
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Merger with Malaya
The formation of Malaysia.
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Independence
The journey to becoming a republic.
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Development
Building a nation, shaping the future.
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Early Immigrants
Ancestors of modern Singapore.
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Singapore is host for the first Youth Olympic Games in 2010.

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