Singapore was originally named Temasek, as in "Sea-Town", as written by a third century Chinese account.

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TEMASEK

Played a significant role in the daily administration of Singapore in its early years, attracting traders, settlers and supplies to Singapore to make it a bustling trading port.

William Farquhar

Came in search of a potential trading port and negotiated with Temenggong Abdul Rahman for a British trading port to be established on the island, hence founding Singapore.

Sir Stamford Raffles

He led a vigorous increase in population, trade and revenue, as well as implementing measures to suppress slavery and abolished anchorage, making Singapore a free port.

John Crawfurd

Responsible for Singapore's transformation from a developing ex-colony into one of the world's most stable and prosperous countries. His legacy will live on in Singapore, as his work has helped our country to reach beyond greatness.

Prime Minister: Lee Kuan Yew

Officially established in 1980 and has gradually undergone various institutional developments over the years to reach its grandeur as a world-class university.

NUS

Founded the Balmain company, his works mainly compromised of a bold feminine and opulent style that created a distinctive, super-feminine DNA for women. His works largely relied on richly embroided fabrics and fuller skirts.

Pierre Balmain: