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The Lion City's story was just beginning

The Japanese occupation was over, but Singapore’s story was just beginning. With the end of the war came the rise of political sentiments and a push for self-governance. The Straits Settlements were dissolved, and Singapore became a separate Crown Colony in 1946.

To remember the horrors of the Japanese Occupation, memorials such as the Civilian War Memorial were established as important reminders of the past and the resilience of Singapore’s people. This pivotal moment in 1945 not only marked the end of a painful chapter in Singapore’s history but also paved the way for a new beginning.