Singapore and Jahore 86 years old

A visit to Singapore, an essential port city in Britain's empire, established in 1813 when Raffles negotiated its separation from the independent Malay state of Jahor. The camera observes Singapore's traditional neighborhoods, trade, and small craft, which are dominated by people of Chinese ancestry. Then, we drive the modern causeway to Jahor's small capital, Johor Bahru, for a look at imposing buildings and a visit to the grounds of the sultan. The sultan's son invites the crew in, and we meet the sultan, "H.H." himself. The narrator relates the sultan's commitment to commerce, economic well-being, and tolerance, stemming in part from his European education.

Credits

Singapore and Jahore Cast

Name Character
James A. FitzPatrick He was 44, 86 years old when he died

Singapore and Jahore Crew

Name Department
Singapore and Jahore (86 years)

  • Release day: Saturday, December 31, 1938
  • Runtime: 9 minutes