History of the Dutch in Malaysia
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History of the Dutch in Malaysia was
published to commemorate Malaysia's 50 years as an independent nation
and over four centuries of friendship and diplomatic ties between
Malaysia and the Netherlands.
Holland 's first sea journey to the Malay Archipelago to locate the
source of spices was a result of necessity and chanced circumstances. It
began as a mere private venture but was no less a remarkable feat.
Their defiance of Spain, the most powerful European country at that
time, and the great seafaring nation of Portugal, was not only an
epitome of their bravery and determination but it resulted in the
formation of the VOC (Dutch East India Company), the world's largest
multinational corporation which brought the golden age to the
Netherlands.
The first Dutch contact in Malaysia began in 1602, when a Dutch fleet
visited the Sultan of Johor. Thereafter, both nations carried on a
lasting relationship that was based on commerce, diplomacy and
friendship.
In 1641, the joint forces of the VOC and Johor wrested Malacca from
the Portuguese and the Dutch occupied the town for the next 160 years.
Instead of plunging the Malay world into social and economic decline,
regional trade flourished and ties of friendship with surrounding Malay
states were generally maintained.
This book divides the Dutch historical influences in Malaysia into
four different eras. Each era is analysed and represented in relation to
its respective social environment and political developments.
Included are the historical contributions of individuals, such as the
Dutch Admirals who attempted to capture Malacca, the Dutch Governors and
their administrative ranks who governed the town and the contributions
of the Malacca Burghers in shaping Malaysia's history.
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