The Eurasian Community

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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