How Did The People In Singapore Respond To British Rule After WW II Flashcards
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What impact did the Japanese Occupation have on Singaporeans’ views of British rule?
The Japanese Occupation left a deep impression, leading many to question Britain’s right to rule Singapore.
What event marked the return of British rule in Singapore after World War II?
Happy cries greeted the return of British rule.
What significant event occurred on 13 May 1954 in Singapore?
Chinese middle school students marched to petition against the National Service Ordinance passed by the British.
What will you learn about in this chapter regarding British actions?
You will learn about British actions and the people’s aspirations in the post-war years.
What was a key outcome of the events discussed in this chapter?
Singapore achieved internal self-government in 1959.
What external developments influenced Singapore’s view of colonial rule?
Events that occurred beyond Singapore after the war influenced the way people viewed colonial rule.
What are some topics covered in this chapter?
The chapter covers how the British dealt with post-war problems and how locals responded to British rule.
What significant event occurred on 2 September 1945?
Japanese General Umezu Yoshijiro signed the surrender documents on board the USS Missouri.
What event marks the start of the Malayan Emergency?
British troops arrived in Singapore at the start of the Malayan Emergency in 1948.
When is the Malayan Emergency declared?
The Malayan Emergency is declared in 1948.
What major political change occurred in China in 1949?
The Communist Party of China emerges victorious in the Chinese Civil War.
What significant global conflict ends in 1945?
World War II ends in 1945.
When did India gain independence from Britain?
India gains independence in 1947.
When does Indonesia gain independence from the Netherlands?
Indonesia gains independence in 1949.
What significant event occurred in 1954 regarding Vietnam?
The Vietnamese defeated the French in the Battle of Dien Bien Phu, resulting in negotiations for French withdrawal from Vietnam.
When did talks begin to discuss French withdrawal from Vietnam?
Talks began in 1954.
When did Malaya gain independence from Britain?
Malaya gained independence on 31 August 1957.
Who proclaimed independence for Malaya?
Malayan Prime Minister Tunku Abdul Rahman proclaimed independence.
