British Empire Article


Communist Riots, 1956


This 1956 photograph shows the after effects of Communist inspired riots in Singapore. With a large Chinese population in Singapore, the Communists felt that it was a natural area to concentrate its efforts.

Image courtesy of The National Archives


Encounters In Malayan Police Work Article


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