Dato maharaja lela biography sample

The following is reproduced verbatim [in full] from Malaysiakini here :

Do read my comments which follow.

The recent controversy over the contributions of non-Malays in the war against the communists in this country has once again raised questions over Malaysians&#; general knowledge of our own history.

One disturbing aspect arose from the controversy is how history, or the lack thereof, has been distorted to instil racial antagonism among ethnic groups.

Such a malicious tactic is still being used because history is more than a record of the past, it shapes how we see ourselves and others in the present.

Learning about our colonial past in the s is a case in point. My generation was taught that the British were the exploiters of our land and the destroyers of our local traditions.

Such indoctrination has led many to believe that the West is the immoral agent of decadence. The West is thus conveniently scapegoated so that the ruling regime can get us to see ourselves as victims, to see the West as a threat, and to see the present rulers as our needed defenders.

That is the recipe for a siege mentality, a proven method to win votes.

I am not here defending colonialism or the West, but to point out one piece of our history that has been

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The Great Malaysian Warrior

Mat Kilau, a legendary Malay warriors: famous for fighting the colonials headed by the British Resident, Hugh
Clifford. The fight that took place in the late 19th century, came to be known as the 'Pahang War' in the
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Background of Mat Kilau

Mat Kilau was born in Kampung Masjid Pulau Tawar and grew up during the reign of Sultan Ahmad Al-Muazam
Shah in the early father's name is Tok Gajah or well known as Imam Perang Rasu and his mother's
name is Mahda who is the daughter of Tok Kaut in Burau. He married a girl named Yang Chik binti Imam Daud
from Kampung Kedondong and had three he was in his 20s, the British came and took over the
State of Pahang. With their arrival, they sowed discord among the State's chieftain. While some were in
favour of their presence, there were others who did not take kindly to the British intervention in Pahang's
administrative affairs.

Unfortunately, the Sultan himself welcomed their arrival having been taken in in by their convincing
promises of wealth and luxury. Those who were opposed to the British were headed by Tok Gajah, Mat Kilau,
Dato Bahaman, Mat Kelubi and many others. Because of the Sultan's attitude, they were forced to hide their
intention and take action on the quiet.

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