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October 23, 2022

The Communist Threat

57 minutes

It is impossible to look back at Singapore's history without dealing with its confrontation with the Communist threat. In this episode, we take an objective look at this decisive chapter in our national narrative and how it has come to shape our sense of nationhood. Specifically, look forward to:

Understanding why the Chinese population in Singapore were so vulnerable to Communist influence

Learning about the political infighting within the PAP that eventually caused the schism to form Barisan Socialis

Getting the play-by-play on Operation Coldstore, one of the most controversial episodes in our past

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Intro Music: From Pixabay; Outro Music: Nielizas from Pixabay;

Sources:

Wikipedia: Malayan Communism Party

Wikipedia: Chinese Middle School Riots

Wikipedia: Barisan Socialis

Communalism and Communism at Singaporean Independence

The communist threat in perspective

Communist Party of Malaya