Raja Abdullah and the Larut Wars: Tin, Intrigue, and Colonial Intervention

In this episode, Lucas and Luna delve into the tumultuous history of 19th-century Perak, focusing on the Larut Wars that pitted Malay chiefs, Chinese secret societies, and British interests against each other. They explore the role of Raja Abdullah, who sought British support after being passed over for the sultanate, and the treaty that opened the door to colonial rule. The conversation highlights the tin mining boom, the power of the Hai San and Ghee Hin, and the fateful Pangkor Treaty of 1874 that reshaped Malaysia.

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