singapore
While historically the port of Singapura dates back to the 13th century, modern singapore came into existence in 1819. ... This would end in 1959 when Singapore was allowed to hold a general election to decide who would govern them. ... Singapore would then join Malaya and the North Borne territories of Sarawak and Sabah in 1963 to create the Federation of Malaysia. In 1965 Singapore was kicked out of the Federation and subsequently gained independence.