Timeline (20th century)

(found in tb pg78-79)

1900s

Singapore becomes a major processor and exporter of rubber.

(Since the development of motor car industry in the US fuels the demand for rubber)

1914-1918

WWI

1924

The Johor-Singapore Causeway is opened.

1929

The Great Depression. 

1931

Rubber prices plunge to an all-time low, causing many rubber companies to go bankrupt.

1942

Japanese troops invade Singapore. (And Singapore surrendered)