Episode 02 - The Arrival of James Brooke

from Borneo Chronicles · host Christopher Higgs

The arrival of James Brooke forever changed Sarawak's history—but do you know the real story?Discover the true account of Brooke's journey aboard his schooner, the Royalist, which was initially a voyage of exploration and discovery, not one of trade or conquest. Learn how an unexpected stop and a pivotal meeting with Raja Muda Hassim led an English gentleman to a crossroads. Would James Brooke stick to his plan of exploration, or would he feel honour-bound to aid a ruler in the midst of a violent rebellion? The decision he made on 2 October 1840 altered his destiny and the course of a nation. This is the authentic tale of adventure, diplomacy, and the choice that sparked a dynasty.

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