Title: National Day 2010 : live our dreams, fly our flag Author: Tan, Aaron Wei Hiong Subject: Events>>National Celebrations National Day (Singapore)--Singapore--Bibliography Library resources--Singapore History>>Asia>>Southeast Asia>>Singapore Science and technology>>Library and information science>>Library and information services Language: English Publisher: National Library Board Singapore, 2010-07-23 File Details: application/pdf Abstract: From its humble beginnings as fishing village to a First World nation with one of the highest standards of living in the world, Singapore has come a long way from a past filled with turmoil and uncertainty. On 9 August 1965, Singapore withdrew from the Federation of Malaysia and became a sovereign nation. This year, Singaporeans will celebrate the country’s 45th birthday bash at the historic Padang, where then Prime Minster Lee Kuan Yew declared Singapore’s independence in an emotional speech. This is a compilation of books, AV materials and other information on Singapore's history and National Day. All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2010.