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Singapore did not become a separate entity until 1959. For several hundred years it was a segment of the British protectorate of Malaya. Following WWII and the occupation of the peninsula by Japan,Malaya achieved independence. Due to the corrupt regime in Malaya, Singapore declared independence in 1959. | |||
It should be noted that most records relating to Singapore were damaged or lost during the Japanese occupation, but the country has done a marvelous job of preserving what records could be recovered. | |||
Archives collect and preserve original documents of such organizations as societies, churches, and governments. | |||
Libraries generally collect published sources such as books, maps, and microfilm. | |||
Most archives and libraries are open for the general use of the public, but it is wise to make contact by phone or email to ensure that they are open the day that is planned for a visit. | |||
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Revision as of 20:03, 4 February 2016
Singapore 
Archives and Libraries
Singapore did not become a separate entity until 1959. For several hundred years it was a segment of the British protectorate of Malaya. Following WWII and the occupation of the peninsula by Japan,Malaya achieved independence. Due to the corrupt regime in Malaya, Singapore declared independence in 1959.
It should be noted that most records relating to Singapore were damaged or lost during the Japanese occupation, but the country has done a marvelous job of preserving what records could be recovered.
Archives collect and preserve original documents of such organizations as societies, churches, and governments.
Libraries generally collect published sources such as books, maps, and microfilm.
Most archives and libraries are open for the general use of the public, but it is wise to make contact by phone or email to ensure that they are open the day that is planned for a visit.
Archives and Libraries[edit | edit source]
National Library of Singapore
- Wiki page listing available resources
The National Archives of Singapore
National University of Singapore (NUS) Library
Libcat
Libdex
Other Resources[edit | edit source]
The Family History Library has several books on Archives and Libraries about Singapore. Go to a Place search and type in:
SINGPORE-ARCHIVES/LIBRARIES