Straits Settlements Records (SSR)
The Straits Settlements Records (SSR) are a collection of documents relating to British administration of the Straits Settlements from 1826 to 1946, which initially comprised of Singapore, Penang, Malacca. Also coming under the Straits Settlements were Cocos Island in 1886, Christmas Island in 1900, Dindings in 1874 and Labuan in 1906.
Overseas Records
Copies of records pertaining to Singapore have been acquired from overseas archives and institutions to supplement our records on important milestones and developments in Singapore's history. The bulk of these records are from the National Archives, United Kingdom as Singapore was once part of the British Empire.
Private Records
Our collection of private records includes diaries, minutes of meetings, reports and other documents acquired from individuals, clubs and societies, professional bodies, religious organisations, clan associations, etc.
Straits Settlements Records (SSR) The Straits Settlements Records (SSR) are a collection of documents relating to British administration of the Straits Settlements from 1826 to 1946, which initially comprised of Singapore, Penang, Malacca. Also coming under the Straits Settlements were Cocos Island in 1886, Christmas Island in 1900, Dindings in 1874 and Labuan in 1906. |
Overseas Records Copies of records pertaining to Singapore have been acquired from overseas archives and institutions to supplement our records on important milestones and developments in Singapore's history. The bulk of these records are from the National Archives, United Kingdom as Singapore was once part of the British Empire. |
Private Records Our collection of private records includes diaries, minutes of meetings, reports and other documents acquired from individuals, clubs and societies, professional bodies, religious organisations, clan associations, etc. |