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av Ethan Lim för 10 årar sedan

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The Eurasian Community

The Eurasian community, a blend of Asian and European heritage, faced significant challenges, including discrimination and harsh treatment during World War II. Many Eurasian men suffered as prisoners of war, and the community was often not accepted by the British due to their mixed race.

The Eurasian Community

The Eurasian Community

Who were they

Mix of Asian and European

Reasons for coming to Singapore

Their families followed the Europeans to Singapore
Singapore was becoming more prosporous
Wanted fresh opportunities to make lots of money by spice trades

Their Contributions to Singapore

They were of great help and value since they were familiar with the government processes.
They continued to support and work for the new local government after the British left Singapore
Some Eurasians became political leaders
Singapore's 2nd President Benjamin Sheares was Eurasian
They served in volunteer groups in civil defense
They helped to fight in the war during World War 2

Where did they came from

Came from Malacca

Occupations Of The Eurasians

Bankers
Clerks
Potical Leaders
Civil Servants
Teachers
Sportsmen
Soldiers
Marksman
Sailors

Main topic

Challenges faced by the Eurasians

Many Eurasian men died as Prisoners Of War when building the railway
Punished along with the Chinese during world war 2
Not accepted by the British
Discrimination due to skin colour