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Pre-Colonial Singapore

Pre-Colonial Singapore

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by Kwa Chong Guan
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The conventional and dominant view of Singapore’s history is that it began with Stamford Raffles’ arrival on the island in January 1819, and that nothing of significance, if at all anything, happened on this island before that. This book attempts a re-examination of the existing evidence in conjunction with excavated archaeological evidence and Portuguese and Dutch archival records to argue that there were significant developments on and around the island. They shaped Singapore’s historical development after 1819 and could alter our understanding of what Singapore is about in history.

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ISBN13: 9789814747110
ISBN10: 9814747114
Language: English
Publisher: Straits Times Press
Publication Year: 2017
Format: Paperback

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    Re-evaluating Singapore’s history before 1819 with new evidence.

  • Who is this book for?

    If you're curious about Singapore's deeper history before the British arrival, this book offers a fresh perspective. It challenges the common narratives and digs into archaeological and archival evidence to reveal a more complex and vibrant pre-colonial past. A fascinating read for history buffs eager to explore beyond the usual story.
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