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Poster for Singapore and Jahore

Singapore and Jahore

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Overview

A visit to Singapore, an essential port city in Britain's empire, established in 1813 when Raffles negotiated its separation from the independent Malay state of Jahor. The camera observes Singapore's traditional neighborhoods, trade, and small craft, which are dominated by people of Chinese ancestry. Then, we drive the modern causeway to Jahor's small capital, Johor Bahru, for a look at imposing buildings and a visit to the grounds of the sultan. The sultan's son invites the crew in, and we meet the sultan, ""H.H."" himself. The narrator relates the sultan's commitment to commerce, economic well-being, and tolerance, stemming in part from his European education.

Details

Status
Released
Release date
December 31, 1938
Original language
English
Spoken languages
English
Countries
United States of America
Cinematography
Hone Glendinning
Budget
Not recorded
Revenue
Not recorded
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