Encyclopedia/3. History, Societies & Civilizations/09. Modern Nations/09. Southeast Asia • Curated by Admin Timeline.sg
History of Singapore, sourced from Wikipedia's "Timeline of Singaporean history".
Chronological Storyline (156 Milestones)
1025 CE
Rajendra Chola
The region was invaded and occupied by Rajendra Chola of the Chola empire in India, although there has been no record of them visiting the island itself. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (11th to 12th century):
Rajendra Chola being crowned with flower garlands by Shiva By David George - Own work, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=109743340
1299 CE
Malay Annals
According to the Malay Annals, the Kingdom of Singapura was founded by Sang Nila Utama, a prince of Srivijaya. The kingdom existed till 1398. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (13th century):
The frontispiece of a Jawi edition of the Sejerah Melayu or Malay Annals, a Malay literary work which is believed to have been commissioned in 1612 by the Regent of Johor, the Yang di-Pertuan Di Hilir Raja Abdullah (Raja Bongsu, later His Royal Highness Sultan Abdullah Mu'ayat Syah ibni Sultan Abdul Jalil Syah). It was compiled and edited by Tun Sri Lanang. By Unknown authorUnknown author. - Not stated by uploader., Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=12684239
1320 CE
Mongol Empire
The Mongol court sends a mission to obtain elephants from Long Ya Men (or Dragon's Tooth Strait), believed to be Keppel Harbour. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (14th century):
Map of the Mongol Empire's territorial expansion in 1206-1294. Shows the territory of the Mongol Empire when Genghis Khan unified the tribes, mainly on the Mongolian plateau, including the regions of the Kereit, Naiman and Merkit. By DannamEmpire - Own work, CC BY 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=162865370
1330 CE
Wang Dayuan
The Chinese traveller Wang Dayuan visits Temasek and records an attack by Siam, recording it down alongside Long Ya Men and Ban Zu. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (14th century):
The national flag of Kingdom of Thailand; there are total of 3 colours: Red represents the blood spilt to protect Thailand’s independence and often more simply described as representing the nation. White represents the religion of Buddhism, the predominant religion of the nation Blue represents the monarchy of the nation, which is recognised as the centre of Thai hearts. By Zscout370 - Own work based on: https://www.nstda.or.th/th/nstda-knowledge/11557-thaiflag-color Construction sheet of the flag of Thailand, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=381489
1398 CE
Parameswara
Parameswara, the last Srivijayan prince, flees from Temasek. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (14th century):
A portrait of Parameswara (also known as Sultan Iskandar Shah, 1344–1414), a Hindu-Buddhist prince from Palembang who founded Singapore ("Singapura") then Malacca around 1400. By L joo. - Own work; transferred from English Wikipedia., Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=3911857
1414 CE
Sultanate of Malacca
Temasek becomes part of the Sultanate of Malacca established by Parameswara. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (15th century):
The historical map of Malacca Sultanate (1402–1511) Malay Peninsula and East Coast of Sumatra. Made and improved based on "Atlas Sejarah Indonesia dan Dunia" (The Atlas of Indonesian and World History), PT Pembina Peraga Jakarta 1996. By Gunawan Kartapranata - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=16975908
Aug 15, 1511 CE
Afonso de Albuquerque
Malacca fell and was sacked by Afonso de Albuquerque of Portuguese Empire. See Portuguese Malacca. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (16th century):
"Portrait of Afonso de Albuquerque, Viceroy of Portuguese India" (after 1545), by Unknown. At the National Museum of Ancient Art, Lisbon. By Unknown author - Palácio do Correio Velho, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=46209342
1613 CE
Portuguese burn down the trading outpost
Portuguese burn down the trading outpost at the mouth of Singapore River. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (17th century):
Jan 14, 1641 CE
Fall of Portuguese Malacca to Dutch.
Fall of Portuguese Malacca to Dutch. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (17th century):
Jan 29, 1819 CE
Stamford Raffles
Sir Stamford Raffles arrives in Singapore with William Farquhar to establish a trading post for the British East India Company. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
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1821 CE
Singapore General Hospital
Singapore General Hospital was established. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
1822 CE
Jackson Plan
Raffles drafts the Raffles Plan of Singapore to reorganise the island. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
May 27, 1823 CE
John Crawfurd
Dr John Crawfurd appointed as second Resident of the settlement. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Mar 17, 1824 CE
The Anglo-Dutch Treaty is signed between
The Anglo-Dutch Treaty is signed between Great Britain and the Netherlands. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
1826 CE
Straits Settlements
Singapore becomes part of the British colony of Straits Settlements under the rule of the East India Company, together with Malacca and Penang. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
1830 CE
Bengal
Singapore comes under the Presidency of Bengal in India. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Dec 1, 1832 CE
Straits Settlements
Singapore becomes the centre of government of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Dec 7, 1833 CE
Kenneth Murchison
Kenneth Murchison was appointed as the third Governor of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Aug 1, 1834 CE
Singapore Free School was established.
Singapore Free School was established. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Nov 18, 1836 CE
George Bonham
Sir Samuel George Bonham was appointed as the fourth Governor of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
1842 CE
St. Margaret's Secondary School
St. Margaret's Girls School was founded by Maria Tarn Dyer, the first and oldest all-girls school in Singapore. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
1843 CE
Thomas Dunman
Thomas Dunman, the first full-time police chief of Singapore, improves the police force as well as the pay and working hours of policemen. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Mar 4, 1844 CE
Raffles Girls' School
Raffles Girls' School was established at Bras Basah Road. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
1844 CE
Tan Tock Seng Hospital founded
Philanthropist Tan Tock Seng donates funds to build a hospital for poor Chinese patients, establishing a lasting medical legacy. #modern #history #southeast-asia
Jul 15, 1845 CE
Straits Times
The Straits Times was established as The Straits Times and Singapore Journal of Commerce. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
1852 CE
Keppel Harbour
A new deep harbour called New Harbour, later known as Keppel Harbour, is built. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Keppel Harbour. By Terence Ong - Own work, CC BY 2.5, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1317686
1854 CE
CHIJMES
Convent of the Holy Infant Jesus (CHIJ) was established. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Mar 21, 1855 CE
Edmund Augustus Blundell
Edmund Augustus Blundell was appointed as the Governor of the Straits Settlements upon the retirement of William John Butterworth. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
1858 CE
Straits Settlements
Singapore is placed under the hierarchy of the Government of India (Calcutta), remaining as part of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Aug 6, 1859 CE
Orfeur Cavenagh
Major General Sir Orfeur Cavenagh was appointed as the Governor of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Sep 8, 1862 CE
Saint Andrew's School, Singapore
Saint Andrews School was founded at Chin Chew Street. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Mar 16, 1867 CE
Harry Ord
Major General Sir Harry St. George Ord was appointed as the Governor of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Nov 17, 1869 CE
Suez Canal
The Suez Canal opens, and Singapore enjoys the increase in trade. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Nov 4, 1873 CE
Andrew Clarke
Sir Andrew Clarke was appointed as the Governor of the Straits Settlements upon the retirement of Sir Harry St. George Ord. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
May 8, 1875 CE
William Jervois
Sir William Jervois was appointed as the Governor of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
1876 CE
Victoria School
Victoria School was established in Kampong Glam. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Apr 3, 1877 CE
Edward Anson
Major General Edward Archibald Harbord Anson was appointed as the Acting Governor of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Feb 10, 1879 CE
Edward Anson
Major General Edward Archibald Harbord Anson was appointed as the Acting Governor of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
May 16, 1880 CE
Frederick Weld
Sir Frederick Weld was appointed as the Governor of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
1885 CE
Gan Eng Seng School
Gan Eng Seng School was established at Telok Ayer Street. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Mar 1, 1886 CE
Anglo-Chinese School
Anglo-Chinese School was established at Amoy Street. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Jul 25, 1887 CE
Methodist Girls' School, Singapore
Methodist Girls' School was established at Short Street. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
1888 CE
Henry Ridley
Henry Ridley becomes the first scientific director of the Singapore Botanic Gardens. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
1892 CE
Sikh
The Tanjong Pagar Police Station opens, and many Sikh policemen were recruited. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Aug 30, 1893 CE
William Edward Maxwell
William Edward Maxwell was appointed as the Acting Governor of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Feb 1, 1894 CE
Charles Mitchell
Sir Charles Bullen Hugh Mitchell was appointed as the Governor of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Jul 1, 1899 CE
Singapore Chinese Girls' School
Singapore Chinese Girls' School was established at 52 Hill Street. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (19th century):
Photo by S5A-0043. CC-BY. By S5A-0043 - Own work, CC BY 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=148010589
Jan 1, 1901 CE
Singapore-Kranji Railway officially opened to the
Singapore-Kranji Railway officially opened to the public. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Apr 16, 1904 CE
John Anderson
Sir John Anderson was appointed as the Governor of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
John Anderson portrait By J. R. Weinman - Weinman, James Richard (1947) Our Legislature: Interesting and Racy Reminiscences of Persons and Incidents connected with the old Legislative Council, Associated Newspapers of Ceylon, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=184996884
Jun 1, 1905 CE
Singapore Time
Singapore change its time zone to GMT+07:00 from the original GMT+6hr 55m 25s. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Nov 18, 1906 CE
Tao Nan School was established.
Tao Nan School was established. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Mar 12, 1910 CE
Anderson Bridge
Anderson Bridge was official opened by Governor Sir John Anderson. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
View from the Stamford to the Anderson Bridge, Singapore By Zairon - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=60037348
Sep 2, 1911 CE
Arthur Young
Sir Arthur Young was appointed as the Governor of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Sir Arthur Henderson Young By Unknown author - One hundred years of Singapore, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=110615953
Jul 1, 1913 CE
PSA International
The Singapore Harbour board was set up. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Feb 15, 1915 CE
1915 Singapore Mutiny
The Singapore Mutiny occurred as British Muslim Indian sepoys rose up against the British. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
"Plan of the town of Singapore" and "Plan of the British settlement of Singapore" published 1828 in "Journal of an embassy from the Governor-General of India to the courts of Siam and Cochin-China" by John Crawfurd. By John Crawfurd - Journal of an embassy from the Governor-General of India to the courts of Siam and Cochin-China, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=35032273
Aug 15, 1917 CE
Nanyang Girls' High School
Nanyang Girls' High School was established by Tan Chor Nam and Teo Eng Hock, partially due to Dr Sun Yat Sen's belief in education for girls, in Dhoby Ghaut. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Campus building of Nanyang Girls' High School, Singapore. By mailer_diablo - Self-taken (Unmodified), CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=511718
Mar 21, 1919 CE
The Chinese High School
The Chinese High School established by Tan Kah Kee at 15 Niven Road. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
The Chinese High School Clock Tower Building in the 1990s before the building was refurnished. By JohnLim99 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=54417177
Feb 17, 1920 CE
Laurence Guillemard
Sir Laurence Guillemard was appointed as the Governor of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Sir Laurence Nunns Guillemard as Governor of the Straits Settlements By Unknown author - https://www.flickr.com/photos/nationalarchives/7832084608/ Our Catalogue Reference: Part of CO 1069/562. This image is part of the Colonial Office photographic collection held at The National Archives. Feel free to share it within the spirit of the Commons. Please use the comments section below the pictures to share any information you have about the people, places or events shown. We have attempted to provide place information for the images automatically but our software may not have found the correct location. For high quality reproductions of any item from our collection please contact our image library, No restrictions, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=30067848
1923 CE
Singapore Naval Base
Singapore starts constructing the main British naval base in East Asia. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Australian War Memorial image P02379.004. Two Royal Australian Air Force Avro Lincoln heavy bombers flying over Singapore Naval Base By Not stated - This tag does not indicate the copyright status of the attached work. A normal copyright tag is still required. See Commons:Licensing for more information., Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=11894191
Sir Hugh Clifford was appointed as the Governor of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Sir Hugh Charles Clifford, GCMG, GBE (5 March 1866 – 18 December 1941) was a British colonial administrator. Among other appointments, he was Governor of the Straits Settlements between 1927 and 1930. By Unknown authorUnknown author. - [1], from The Straits Times, 15 October 1929, p. 11. (Transferred from en.wikipedia.), Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=19108947
1929 CE
Old Police Academy, Singapore
Singapore Police Academy was established at Mount Pleasant Road. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Mt Pleasant Rd view to north By Canmenwalker - Own work, CC BY 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=160696566
Feb 5, 1930 CE
Cecil Clementi
Sir Cecil Clementi was appointed as the Governor of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Portrait of Sir Cecil Clementi in the Hong Kong Museum of History By Unknown author - File:HKMH_Sir_Cecil_Clementi.png, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=152762667
Jan 15, 1932 CE
Tanjong Pagar railway station
Tanjong Pagar Railway Station commenced operation. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
The Tanjong Pagar Railway Station in Singapore, exterior view. By EquatorialSky2 Derivative work MagentaGreen - This file was derived from: Tanjong Pagar Railway Station exterior view(1).jpg:, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=58605052
Jan 1, 1933 CE
Singapore Time
Singapore change its time zone to GMT+07:20. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Nov 9, 1934 CE
Shenton Thomas
Sir Shenton Thomas was appointed as the Governor of the Straits Settlements. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Sir Thomas Shenton Whitelegge Thomas as Governor of the Straits Settlements By Unknown author - https://www.flickr.com/photos/nationalarchives/7832084814/ Our Catalogue Reference: Part of CO 1069/562. This image is part of the Colonial Office photographic collection held at The National Archives. Feel free to share it within the spirit of the Commons. Please use the comments section below the pictures to share any information you have about the people, places or events shown. We have attempted to provide place information for the images automatically but our software may not have found the correct location. For high quality reproductions of any item from our collection please contact our image library, No restrictions, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=30067806
1935 CE
Catholic High School, Singapore
Catholic High School was established. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
This view of Catholic High School shows the 400-metre running track, along with the Indoor Sports Hall (on left) and the main secondary classroom building (on right). The signature Clock Tower can be seen behind the classroom block. By Bambooscholar - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=69587670
Jun 12, 1937 CE
Kallang Airport
Kallang Airport was opened. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
An aerial photo of Kallang Airport By Daniel Taka - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=98950146
Aug 15, 1937 CE
Tan Kah Kee organizes relief
Prominent businessman Tan Kah Kee establishes the Singapore China Relief Fund to raise millions for China during the Second Sino-Japanese War. #modern #history #southeast-asia
1938 CE
British Military Hospital, Singapore
British Military Hospital, predecessor of Alexandra Hospital was established. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Alexandra Hospital, Singapore. Main Entrance. Archives & Manuscripts By Unknown author - https://wellcomeimages.org/indexplus/obf_images/65/63/a123512b6b6a44b33e4a0b0ee45f.jpg Gallery: https://wellcomeimages.org/indexplus/image/L0026874.html, CC BY 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=36013841
Jan 24, 1939 CE
Chung Cheng High School
Chung Cheng High School (Main) was established in Kim Yam Road. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Showing the main building of Chung Cheng High School (Main) By Stanley Tjhie - Own work by the original uploader, CC BY 2.5, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=46400417
Jul 1, 1940 CE
British Military Hospital, Singapore
British Military Hospital at Alexandra Road was officially open. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Alexandra Hospital, Singapore. Main Entrance. Archives & Manuscripts By Unknown author - https://wellcomeimages.org/indexplus/obf_images/65/63/a123512b6b6a44b33e4a0b0ee45f.jpg Gallery: https://wellcomeimages.org/indexplus/image/L0026874.html, CC BY 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=36013841
Sep 1, 1941 CE
Singapore Time
Singapore change its time zone to GMT+07:30. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Jan 12, 1942 CE
First major daylight air raid on
First major daylight air raid on Singapore. Henceforth, the island is bombed everyday up to the British surrender (with the exception of 19 January). Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Feb 8, 1942 CE
Japanese forces invade Singapore
Imperial Japanese Army troops land on the northwestern coast of Singapore, initiating the final and decisive battle for the island. #modern #history #southeast-asia
Feb 15, 1942 CE
British forces capitulate
Lieutenant General Arthur Percival formally surrenders British and Allied forces to General Tomoyuki Yamashita at the Ford Factory. #modern #history #southeast-asia
Feb 18, 1942 CE
Sook Ching massacre begins
Japanese military police launch a systematic purge, detaining and executing thousands of ethnic Chinese males suspected of anti-Japanese sentiment. #modern #history #southeast-asia
Sep 27, 1943 CE
Operation Jaywick
Operation Jaywick occurred. Seven Japanese ships are bombed at Clifford Pier. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
AWM Caption: DARWIN, NT. MV KRAIT, LENGTH 70' DIESEL ENGINED, SPEED 6 1/2 KNOTS, RANGE 8000 MILES. FORMERLY THE PROPERTY OF A JAPANESE FISHING FIRM IN SINGAPORE. AFTER THE FALL OF SINGAPORE, SHE WAS EMPLOYED IN THE RESCUE OF EVACUEES FROM SHIPS WHICH HAD BEEN SUNK ALONG THE EAST COAST OF SUMATRA. SOME 1100 PEOPLE WERE TRANSPORTED IN THE KRAIT DURING THIS PERIOD. WHEN THE NETHERLAND EAST INDIES SURRENDERED THE KRAIT WAS SAILED TO INDIA BY A CIVILIAN, MR. W.R. REYNOLDS. IT EVENTUALLY REACHED AUSTRALIA AND, BECAUSE IT WAS A FORMER JAPANESE VESSEL, IT WAS SELECTED TO TRANSPORT MEMBERS OF OPERATION JAYWICK, CONDUCTED BY THE Z SPECIAL UNIT, AUSTRALIAN SERVICES RECONNAISSANCE DEPARTMENT, INTO JAPANESE OCCUPIED WATERS NEAR SINGAPORE, IN ORDER TO ENABLE THEM TO CARRY OUT THE HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL RAID ON SHIPPING IN THE HARBOUR. By Unknown author - This tag does not indicate the copyright status of the attached work. A normal copyright tag is still required. See Commons:Licensing for more information., Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=15590631
Mar 27, 1944 CE
Lim Bo Seng
Lim Bo Seng is captured by the Japanese, and dies after 3 months of torture. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Lim Bo Seng (simplified Chinese: 林谋盛, pinyin: Lín Móushèng); 27 April 1909 - 29 June 1944), a World War II anti-Japanese Resistance fighter based in Singapore and Malaya. By Original uploader was Mr Tan at en.wikipedia. - http://www.myfareast.org/SingaporeMemorials/limboseng.html; transferred from en.wikipedia using CommonsHelper., Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=6247397
Aug 14, 1945 CE
anomie
Japan surrenders, and there is anomie and looting for nearly a month when the British do not return immediately. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Isometrical perspective of Pentonville Prison, 1840-42, engineer Joshua Jebb. Report of the Surveyor-General of Prisons, London, 1844, page 116. Image reproduced in Mayhew, Criminal Prisons of London, London, 1862 Joshua Jebb from Derbyshire. Sir Joshua Jebb (8 May 1793 — 26 June 1863) was a military engineer and the British Surveyor-General Jebb was also involved in designing prisons and related buildings, including: Broadmoor Hospital, a secure mental hospital in Crowthorne in Berkshire. Here we see Pentonville prison. By Joshua Jebb - http://www.ucl.ac.uk/Bentham-Project/journal/Steadman_fig19.htm, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2993483
Sep 12, 1945 CE
Formal Japanese surrender
Admiral Lord Louis Mountbatten accepts the official surrender of Japanese forces in Southeast Asia at the Municipal Building. #contemporary #history #southeast-asia
Apr 1, 1946 CE
The Straits Settlements is dissolved and
The Straits Settlements is dissolved and Singapore becomes a separate crown colony. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
1947 CE
A large number of strikes occur
A large number of strikes occur causing stoppages in public transport, public services and the harbour. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
1949 CE
University of Malaya
The University of Malaya is formed following the merger of Raffles College and King Edward Medical College. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Dec 11, 1950 CE
Maria Hertogh riots
The Maria Hertogh riots occur. 18 people are killed. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Collectie / Archief : Fotocollectie Anefo Reportage / Serie : [ onbekend ] Beschrijving : Bertha Hertogh verloofd met Johan Wolkenfelt Datum : 5 december 1955 Persoonsnaam : Bertha Hertogh, Johan Wolkenfelt Fotograaf : Pot, Harry / Anefo Auteursrechthebbende : Nationaal Archief Materiaalsoort : Negatief (zwart/wit) Nummer archiefinventaris : bekijk toegang 2.24.01.04 Bestanddeelnummer : 907-4824 By Harry Pot for Anefo - http://proxy.handle.net/10648/a93ff23a-d0b4-102d-bcf8-003048976d84, CC0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=193358551
Apr 10, 1951 CE
The number of elected seats is
The number of elected seats is increased to 9 in the second election. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Mar 20, 1952 CE
Wilfred Lawson Blythe
Wilfred Lawson Blythe was appointed as the Acting Governor of the Singapore. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Portrait of Wilfred Lawson Blythe by H. A. Freeth By H. A. Freeth - https://www.nas.gov.sg/archivesonline/photographs/record-details/b2d7fc01-1161-11e3-83d5-0050568939ad, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=150190127
1953 CE
Rendel Commission
Rendel Commission is appointed to make recommendations for Singapore's self-government. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Title page of the 1999 Reprint of the Constitution of Singapore. By Jacklee. - Own work., CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=8835253
May 13, 1954 CE
1954 National Service riots
Chinese school students demonstrate against the British due to the National Service proposal. See Anti-National Service Riots Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Students demonstrating during the National Service riots in Singapore, 1954. By National Museum of Singapore - https://www.roots.gov.sg/Collection-Landing/listing/1072250, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=159900982
Nov 21, 1954 CE
People's Action Party founded
Lee Kuan Yew and a group of English-educated and Chinese-educated leftists officially launch the PAP to push for self-governance. #contemporary #history #southeast-asia
Jan 9, 1956 CE
Anglican High School, Singapore
Anglican High School was founded by the Chinese speaking congregations of the Anglican Churches in Singapore. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Anglican High School Campus Building By Nchssg'15 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=45660547
1957 CE
Cedar Girls' Secondary School
Cedar Girls' Secondary School was founded. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Jun 3, 1959 CE
Lee Kuan Yew becomes PM
Following the PAP's landslide victory in the general election, Lee Kuan Yew is sworn in as the first Prime Minister of self-governing Singapore. #contemporary #history #southeast-asia
Feb 1, 1960 CE
Housing and Development Board
The Housing and Development Board is set up. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
HDB Hub. By User:Sengkang - Own work, Copyrighted free use, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1018828
May 25, 1961 CE
Bukit Ho Swee fire
The Bukit Ho Swee fire kills four people and destroys 2,200 attap houses. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
The headline on page 1 of The Straits Times newspaper on 27 May 1961 By The Straits Times. - https://www.straitstimes.com, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=120454936
Sep 1, 1962 CE
1962 Singaporean integration referendum
A referendum is held in Singapore to vote on merger with Malaysia. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
1962 Singaporean integration referendum By Unknown author - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=10850735
Feb 2, 1963 CE
Operation Coldstore
During Operation Coldstore, 107 left-wing politicians and trade unionists are arrested by Internal Security Department Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
The headline on page 1 of The Straits Times newspaper on 3 February 1963 By The Straits Times. - https://www.straitstimes.com, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=120454915
Apr 25, 1964 CE
PAP–UMNO relations
The PAP wins one seat in the Malaysian Federal Election. UMNO is outraged. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Mar 10, 1965 CE
saboteurs
Indonesian saboteurs carry out the MacDonald House bombing, killing three people. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
"Plan of the town of Singapore" and "Plan of the British settlement of Singapore" published 1828 in "Journal of an embassy from the Governor-General of India to the courts of Siam and Cochin-China" by John Crawfurd. By John Crawfurd - Journal of an embassy from the Governor-General of India to the courts of Siam and Cochin-China, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=35032273
Jul 13, 1965 CE
Secret separation negotiations begin
Declassified files reveal Lee Kuan Yew and Goh Keng Swee held clandestine talks in Kuala Lumpur to negotiate a peaceful separation. #contemporary #history #southeast-asia
Aug 7, 1965 CE
Separation Agreement signed
Singapore and Malaysia sign the Independence Agreement, a document heavily scrutinized in later declassified British archival dossiers. #contemporary #history #southeast-asia
Aug 9, 1965 CE
Singapore independence announced
A tearful Lee Kuan Yew announces on national television that Singapore is now a fully sovereign and independent nation. #contemporary #history #southeast-asia
Aug 3, 1966 CE
International Monetary Fund
Singapore became the 104th member of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
IMF Seal By US Dept of Treasury. Note that while the IMF is independent, at its creation in 1945 it asked the US DoT to create the logo. Since the creation was done by Federal employees in the course of their duties, it is PD. - International Monetary Fund, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=94872044
1967 CE
Kranji War Cemetery
The Civilian Memorial is unveiled at the Kranji War Cemetery Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Description: Rememberance Day Ceremony proceedings at the Kranji War Memorial. Source: Self-made Location: Kranji War Memorial, Singapore Date: 13/11/2005 07:40 Photographer/Painter: Huaiwei By No machine-readable author provided. Huaiwei assumed (based on copyright claims). - No machine-readable source provided. Own work assumed (based on copyright claims)., CC BY-SA 2.5, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=421891
Jan 1, 1968 CE
Britain announces its intention to withdraw
Britain announces its intention to withdraw its armed forces from Singapore. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
1968 CE
Khoo Teck Puat leads bank
Financier Khoo Teck Puat becomes chairman of Malayan Banking, significantly expanding its regional footprint and modernizing its operations. #contemporary #history #southeast-asia
Jan 20, 1969 CE
National Junior College
The National Junior College, Singapore's first junior college was established. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
国家初级学院 By ckwongb - 黄志强, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=12631424
Nov 23, 1970 CE
Yusof Ishak
Encik Yusof bin Ishak, first President of Singapore died while in office. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Yusof Ishak in 1933 By Unknown author - Leaders of Singapore by Melanie Chew, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=162504658
Jan 2, 1971 CE
Benjamin Henry Sheares
Dr Benjamin Henry Sheares becomes the second President of Singapore. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Benjamin Henry Sheares at the University of Malaya in Singapore (present-day National University of Singapore) speaking. By Singapore Press Holdings - https://www.nas.gov.sg/archivesonline/photographs/record-details/a1b8ceb3-1162-11e3-83d5-0050568939ad, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=156538331
Sep 2, 1972 CE
1972 Singaporean general election
The PAP wins the 1972 General Election. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Results of the singaporean general election, 1972, by parliamentary constituency. By FelipeRev - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=71100692
Feb 4, 1973 CE
Chingay parade
The first Chingay parade is held in Singapore. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Jan 15, 1974 CE
Hwa Chong Junior College
Hwa Chong Junior College, Singapore's first government-aided junior college was established. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Dec 23, 1976 CE
1976 Singaporean general election
The PAP wins all 69 seats in the 1976 General Election. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Results of the singaporean general election, 1976, by parliamentary constituency. By FelipeRev - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=71100697
Oct 12, 1978 CE
Spyros disaster
Spyros disaster, was a major industrial disaster which claimed 76 lives. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Jun 1, 1979 CE
First National Courtesy Campaign was launched.
First National Courtesy Campaign was launched. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Dec 23, 1980 CE
People's Action Party
The PAP wins all 75 seats in the 1980 General Election. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
This is a logo for People's Action Party. By People's Action Party - http://www.pap.org.sg/, PD, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=29699999
May 12, 1981 CE
Benjamin Henry Sheares
Dr Benjamin Henry Sheares (second President of Singapore) died while in office. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Benjamin Henry Sheares at the University of Malaya in Singapore (present-day National University of Singapore) speaking. By Singapore Press Holdings - https://www.nas.gov.sg/archivesonline/photographs/record-details/a1b8ceb3-1162-11e3-83d5-0050568939ad, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=156538331
Jan 1, 1982 CE
Singapore Time
Singapore change its time zone to UTC+08:00. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Jan 29, 1983 CE
Singapore Cable Car disaster
(Singapore Cable Car disaster) Eniwetok, a Panamanian-registered oil rig, hits the Singapore Cable Car system, sending two cabins plunging into the sea and killing seven people. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
The headline on page 1 of The Straits Times newspaper on 30 January 1983 By The Straits Times. - https://www.straitstimes.com, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=120454939
Aug 22, 1984 CE
Non-Constituency Member of Parliament
Non-Constituency Member of Parliament was introduced. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Andre Low at Worker's Party GE2025 Rally at Sengkang GRC By S5A-0043 - Own work, CC BY 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=164107973
Mar 28, 1985 CE
C V Devan Nair
C V Devan Nair stepped down as the third President of Singapore. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Devan Nair in Pondicherry, India. By John Robert Cornell of Collaboration Journal of Integral Yoga - https://www.collaboration.org/journal/gems/towards-the-great-turning-point/, PDM-owner, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=178742560
Mar 15, 1986 CE
Collapse of Hotel New World
Collapse of Hotel New World, killing 33 people and injuring 17 others. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
May 21, 1987 CE
Operation Spectrum
16 people were arrested during Operation Spectrum and detained under the Internal Security Act. Another six were arrested on 20 June. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
"Plan of the town of Singapore" and "Plan of the British settlement of Singapore" published 1828 in "Journal of an embassy from the Governor-General of India to the courts of Siam and Cochin-China" by John Crawfurd. By John Crawfurd - Journal of an embassy from the Governor-General of India to the courts of Siam and Cochin-China, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=35032273
Sep 3, 1988 CE
1988 Singaporean general election
The PAP wins the 1988 General Election and group representation constituencies (GRC)s are introduced. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Results by constituency of the 1988 Singaporean general election. By FelipeRev - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=107171175
Jul 6, 1990 CE
East–West Line
The East–West Line of the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) is completed. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Tuas Link MRT Station 202407 By Fanz226 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=149927765
Nov 28, 1990 CE
Lee Kuan Yew steps down
After 31 years of leadership, Lee Kuan Yew officially resigns as Prime Minister, handing over the office to his deputy Goh Chok Tong. #contemporary #history #southeast-asia
Mar 26, 1991 CE
Singapore Airlines Flight 117
Four Pakistanis hijack Singapore Airlines Flight 117 and demand the release of Pakistan Peoples Party members from Pakistani jails. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Taken in June 1993 By Zone 49 Photography - https://www.flickr.com/photos/zone49photography/50524717041/, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=181226864
Aug 1, 1993 CE
National Archives of Singapore
National Archives of Singapore was formed. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
At Canning Rise. By Choo Yut Shing - https://www.flickr.com/photos/25802865@N08/52603926700/, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=128864703
May 5, 1994 CE
Michael P. Fay
American teenager Michael P. Fay is convicted and caned for vandalism. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
G-20 Inpressions from the street Schulterbatt after the third Kravallnacht By Frank Schwichtenberg - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=60776954
1996 CE
Parliament of Singapore
The parliament passes the Maintenance of Parents law, a private member's bill introduced by Nominated Member of Parliament Woon Cheong Ming Walter. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
15th Parliament of Singapore (2025 elections) People's Action Party (PAP): 86 seats Nominated Members of Parliament (NMPs): 9 seats Workers' Party (WP): 12 seats By User:Vittoriochichia - Parliament diagram tool, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=164633874
Jan 2, 1997 CE
People's Action Party
PAP led by Goh Chok Tong wins a total of 81 out of 83 seats in the 1997 general election. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
This is a logo for People's Action Party. By People's Action Party - http://www.pap.org.sg/, PD, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=29699999
Jan 15, 1998 CE
Singapore and United States announces agreement
Singapore and United States announces agreement for US ships to use a planned $35 million naval base from 2000. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Sep 1, 1999 CE
S. R. Nathan
S. R. Nathan becomes the sixth President of Singapore. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
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Sep 1, 2000 CE
Speakers' Corner, Singapore
Speakers' Corner is launched at Hong Lim Park. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (20th century):
Speakers' Corner, Singapore By ZKang123 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=115426366
2001 CE
Economic recession in Singapore. (to 2003)
Economic recession in Singapore. (to 2003) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
Jan 13, 2002 CE
Singapore and Japan sign the Japan-Singapore
Singapore and Japan sign the Japan-Singapore Economic Agreement. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
Mar 1, 2003 CE
SARS
SARS virus outbreak in Singapore. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
An electron microscopic image of a thin section of SARS-CoV within the cytoplasm of an infected cell, showing the spherical particles and cross-sections through the viral nucleocapsid. By Photo Credit: Content Providers(s): CDC/C.S. Goldsmith - https://www.cdc.gov/sars/lab/images.html, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=86419462
Apr 20, 2004 CE
Nicoll Highway collapse
A section of Nicoll Highway collapses, killing 4 people. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
Jan 15, 2005 CE
Malaysia
Singapore and Malaysia settle dispute over land reclamation work. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
Flag of Malaysia – Jalur Gemilang (Stripes of Glory) By MapGrid (old version SKopp, Zscout370 and Ranking Update) - Own work based on: Construction sheet of Flag of Malaysia.svg Create based on the Malaysian Government Website (archive version), Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=26381227
May 6, 2006 CE
People's Action Party
The PAP, led by Lee Hsien Loong, wins 82 of 84 seats in the General Election. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
This is a logo for People's Action Party. By People's Action Party - http://www.pap.org.sg/, PD, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=29699999
May 20, 2007 CE
The Float @ Marina Bay
The Marina Bay Floating Platform was opened. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
The Float@Marina Bay, SingaporeNote: The photo was taken from the observation deck „Marina Bay Sands SkyPark“ of the Marina Bay Sands Hotel. By Dietmar Rabich - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=85569925
Jan 9, 2008 CE
Singapore Changi Airport
Singapore Changi Airport opens its third passenger terminal. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
This is a logo of Changi Airport in Singapore. By Changi Airport, PD, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=75521051
Aug 14, 2010 CE
2010 Summer Youth Olympics
The 2010 Summer Youth Olympics were held. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
May 7, 2011 CE
Aljunied Group Representation Constituency
PAP loses its grip on Aljunied Group Representation Constituency to the Workers' Party in the General Election. This is the first time an opposition party has captured a GRC since the inception of this scheme in 1988. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
Aljunied Group Representation Constituency By CrawlerGrey - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=161947813
Sep 25, 2012 CE
Singapore Changi Airport
Singapore Changi Airport closes The Budget Terminal to make way for the construction of future Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 4. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
This is a logo of Changi Airport in Singapore. By Changi Airport, PD, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=75521051
Feb 16, 2013 CE
Speakers' Corner, Singapore
More than 3000 Singaporeans gathered at the Speakers' Corner, Singapore at Hong Lim Park for a non-partisan protest against the government's Population White Paper which projected a possible 6.9 million people in Singapore by 2030. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
Speakers' Corner, Singapore By ZKang123 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=115426366
Jan 12, 2014 CE
Thomson–East Coast Line
Beginning construction of the new Thomson–East Coast MRT line (Thomson stretch) consisting of 31 new stations (including 7 interchanges). Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
TE29 Bayshore MRT Platforms By ZKang123 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=149751559
Mar 23, 2015 CE
Lee Kuan Yew passes away. Singapore
Lee Kuan Yew passes away. Singapore enters a one-week mourning period. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
Jul 21, 2016 CE
Thomson–East Coast Line
Beginning construction of the new Thomson–East Coast MRT line (East Coast stretch). Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
TE29 Bayshore MRT Platforms By ZKang123 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=149751559
Feb 11, 2017 CE
Nearly 300 year old Tembusu tree
Nearly 300 year old Tembusu tree at Singapore Botanic Gardens falls, killing one and injured 4 others. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
Jun 12, 2018 CE
2018 North Korea–United States Singapore Summit
Singapore hosted the Singapore Summit, a summit meeting between North Korea and United States leaders. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
Kim and Trump shaking hands at the red carpet during the DPRK–USA Singapore Summit By Shealeah Craighead - https://twitter.com/photowhitehouse/status/1006601044539920385, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=69881197
Jan 28, 2019 CE
Founding years of modern Singapore
Singapore celebrates the 200th Anniversary of the foundation of modern Singapore by Stamford Raffles. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
"Plan of the town of Singapore" and "Plan of the British settlement of Singapore" published 1828 in "Journal of an embassy from the Governor-General of India to the courts of Siam and Cochin-China" by John Crawfurd. By John Crawfurd - Journal of an embassy from the Governor-General of India to the courts of Siam and Cochin-China, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=35032273
Jan 23, 2020 CE
COVID-19 pandemic in Singapore
The first COVID-19 case in Singapore was confirmed involving a 66-year-old Chinese national from Wuhan. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
The Marina Bay Sands and ArtScience Museum lit up with messages of hope amid the COVID-19 pandemic in Singapore. By maja kuzmanovic - https://www.flickr.com/photos/deziluzija/50285271973/, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=94645086
Apr 1, 2022 CE
Endemic phase of COVID-19
Singapore transition to the phase of Living with COVID-19 endemic. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
Scientifically accurate atomic model of the external structure of the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome CoronaVirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), a strain (genetic variant) of the coronavirus that caused coronavirus disease (COVID-19), first identified in Wuhan, China, during December 2019 Each separate locus (amorphous blob) is a molecule of: cobalt: membrane crimson: E protein green: M protein orange: glucose (glycan) turquoise: S (spike) glycoprotein By Alexey Solodovnikov (Idea, Producer, CG, Editor), Valeria Arkhipova (Scientific Сonsultant) - Own work. Scientific consultants: Nikitin N.A., Doctor of Biological Sciences, Department of Virology, Faculty of Biology, Lomonosov Moscow State University. Borisevich S.S. Candidate of Chemical Sciences, Specialist in Molecular Modeling of Viral Surface Proteins, Senior Researcher, Head of the "Quantum & Dynamics»,Laboratory of Chemical Physics, Ufa Institute of Chemistry RAS Arkhipova V.I., specialization in Fundamental and Applied chemistry, senior engineer, RNA Chemistry Laboratory, Institute of chemical biology and fundamental medicine SB RAS, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=104914011
May 1, 2023 CE
Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau
The CPIB of Singapore investigates Ministers K. Shanmugam and Vivian Balakrishnan after accusations regarding their Ridout Road state-owned bungalows rentals. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
Singapur (Ciudad de Singapur), 27 de Junio del 2013. El Canciller Ricardo Patiño se reunió con el Ministro de Relaciones Exteriores, K Shanmugam. Foto: Xavier Granja Cedeño - Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores y Movilidad Humana By Cancillería Ecuador from Ecuador - Reunión con el Ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Singapur, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=99025305
Jan 18, 2024 CE
S. Iswaran
S. Iswaran resigns as Minister for Transport, Member of Parliament for West Coast GRC, and from People's Action Party after being charged with 27 counts relating to bribery and corruption by the CPIB. Chee Hong Tat succeeds Iswaran as Transport Minister. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Singaporean history" (21st century):
The Trade Minister of Singapore, Shri S. Iswaran meeting the Union Minister for Urban Development, Housing & Urban Poverty Alleviation and Information & Broadcasting, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu, in New Delhi on October 03, 2016. By Ministry of Information and Broadcasting - This file or its source was published by Press Information Bureau on behalf of Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India under the ID 90313 and CNR 87954. (direct link) This tag does not indicate the copyright status of the attached work. A normal copyright tag is still required. See Commons:Licensing. العربية ∙ বাংলা ∙ English ∙ हिन्दी ∙ 日本語 ∙ македонски ∙ മലയാളം ∙ polski ∙ தமிழ் ∙ ತುಳು ∙ 中文 ∙ 中文（简体） ∙ 中文（繁體） ∙ +/−, GODL-India, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=87627428
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