External Developments Influencing British Rule in Singapore

Flashcards covering key vocabulary and concepts related to post-WWII British rule in Singapore and the factors influencing anti-colonial sentiments.

Anti-Colonial Sentiments

Feelings that arose due to suffering caused by European colonial rule, leading to a desire for independence.

Malayan Communist Party (MCP)

A political group that gained support and aimed to end British rule in Malaya.

Rendel Constitution

A set of recommendations for limited self-government in Singapore, introduced in 1955.

National Service Ordinance

A law passed in 1953 requiring males aged 18-20 to register for national service.

Singapore Improvement Trust (SIT)

An initiative introduced to address housing shortages in Singapore post-WWII.

People's Restaurants

Establishments set up by the British to provide affordable meals during food shortages.

Legislative Assembly

The renamed council after 1955 elections, allowing greater political participation.

Cold War

A state of tension after WWII between the United States and the Soviet Union without direct conflict.

Emergency in Malaya

A period declared by the British in response to communist threats and unrest, lasting from 1948 to 1960.

Labour Front (LF)

A political party that emerged to advocate for workers' welfare and gain anti-colonial support.

People's Action Party (PAP)

A political party that campaigned for change and gained support among the local populace.

Anti-National Service Riots

Protests by students against the National Service Ordinance, expressing anti-colonial feelings.

Economic Rebuilding

The process of restoring Singapore’s economy post-war to improve the lives of its citizens.

Decolonization

The process whereby colonies gained independence from colonial powers, particularly during the mid-20th century.