Singapore and Malaysia Separation

Summary

Did you know Singapore used to be part of Malaysia? With its ideal location, bustling economy, and cultural melting pot you’d think any country would snatch at the opportunity to merge with Singapore, but this wasn’t the case. In This episode, Jac explains how Malaysia was formed and why Singapore was not a part of it.

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Sources

https://eresources.nlb.gov.sg/history/events/dc1efe7a-8159-40b2-9244-cdb078755013

https://eresources.nlb.gov.sg/infopedia/articles/SIP_2019-07-15_170844.html

https://malaysianwildlife.org/malaysia-consists-of-two-parts/

https://www.visitsingapore.com/travel-guide-tips/about-singapore/

https://eresources.nlb.gov.sg/infopedia/articles/SIP_2017-11-06_110458.html

Published by How Did We Not Know That

Hosts Jac and Nat are fresh out of college and studying for the Foreign Service Officer Test. Unfortunately, they have quickly realized how little they know about world history. Join them each week as they sit down and have a conversation about influential moments in history and ask, “How did we not know that?”.

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