Sandakan

Sandakan is what Elopura is known today

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8 World Famous Historical Figures who Visited North Borneo

Did you know that North Borneo has attracted world famous historical figures for the past 100 years? Here were the…

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How was Sandakan Like in 1922?

Ever wonder how Sandakan or North Borneo like in 1922? This article written by a book writer described how life…

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Watch Footage of Prince Philip’s Visit to Borneo in 1959

Prince Philip have visited North Borneo a few times before and this footage which was taken in 1959 showcased his…

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Kinabatangan Natives Appeared in US Electrolux’s Fridge Advertisement

The natives of Kinabatangan appeared in a US advertisement by Electrolux for a kerosene powered fridge that was used by…

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Taiwan Honours Sabahan World War II Heroes

Three Sabahans who helped in the resistance movement against the Japanese Occu­pa­tion forces in Malaya during World War II have…

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Watch Footage of Jesselton in 1948 by Keith Wookey

Watch this rare footage of Jesselton taken in 1948 by Keith Wookey who was the last Resident of Sandakan. After starting…

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The History of North Borneo Sabah First State Flag in 1963

This was North Borneo (Sabah)’s State flag which was officially used in 1963. Find out more about the State’s flag…

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20 Possible Differences if Sabah Didn’t Join The Malaysian Federation

Have you ever wondered if Sabah didn’t join the Malaysian Federation in 1963? Could things have been different? Here are…

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History of Formation of Malaysia Explained in Beautiful Sketches (Part II)

This is the second part of History of Formation of Malaysia Explained in Beautiful Sketches. If you missed Part I, click…

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History of Formation of Malaysia Explained in Beautiful Sketches (Part I)

Interested to know more about the history of formation of Malaysia from a different perspective? These beautiful sketches will help you….

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