The China History Podcast

In this episode, we see how Japan marched and bicycled their way across the Johor Strait and proceeded to quickly defeat the British Commonwealth troops.

Although all kinds of tension brewed beneath the surface, the mid to late 19th Century saw a continued bonanza for Singapore.

Part 4 continues with the aftermath of the 1824 Treaty of London. John Crawfurd takes over from a disgraced William Farquhar as First Resident.

With Singapore formally established, we look at those first months and years.

Part 2 continues on with many of the post Age of Discovery history that affected SIngapore.

Here's Part 1 of a probably 10-Part series which will cover the history of Singapore.

Laszlo discusses 19th-20th century Chinese-Mexican history with author Hugo Wong.