Source-based Question Source A The source below is an of life in Singapore before 1819. Archaeological evidence shows that Singapore had a life before the coming of Stamford Raffles in 1819. Among the discoveries made by archaeologists were several gold ornaments, the remains of an ancient fort and fragments of stone with a writing system that no one could make sense of. Other objects were broken pieces of Chinese pottery and mercury pots. Adapted from Singapore: Journey into Nationhood By Lee Geok Boi
1 Study Source A. What does the source tell you about Singapore before 1819? Explain your answer.
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