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The book showcases 28 historically significant documents, records and artefacts in Singapore’s early development, tracing its history from the earliest records of the island up to its establishment as a British Crown Colony on 1 Apr 1867. Complemented by insightful essays, this rich collection of materials from the National Library and National Archives of Singapore, and various international institutions invites us to not only appreciate the diversity of Singapore’s documentary heritage, but also challenge us to interrogate the personalities, societies and political forces behind the items.

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English

The book showcases 28 historically significant documents, records and artefacts in Singapore’s early development, tracing its history from the earliest records of the island up to its establishment as a British Crown Colony on 1 Apr 1867. Complemented by insightful essays, this rich collection of materials from the National Library and National Archives of Singapore, and various international institutions invites us to not only appreciate the diversity of Singapore’s documentary heritage, but also challenge us to interrogate the personalities, societies and political forces behind the items.

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