Show Notes
Much of the early history of Singapore has been lost to time. We begin the story of Singapore from its mythical origins. Strangely enough, it starts with Alexander the Great.
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Farquhar and Raffles bit their nails as they waited for the Court of Directors to issue a verdict on their case.
Farquhar’s career was over, but his tussle with Raffles was not. After packing his bags and leaving Singapore, Farquhar escalated their dispute all the way to London for a final adjudication.
Returning to Singapore, Raffles tore down much of the pioneering works and began building anew. Cast aside by Raffles, Farquhar could only watch, unaware that his career was hanging by a thread.
Raffles sought to make Farquhar's life difficult and tarnish his reputation by spreading disinformation behind his back.