After the 1911 Revolution, Dr Sun Yat Sen set up laws and legislations across China, such as the banning of foot binding and opium smoking. These social reforms slowly spread across Southeast Asia, including our shores. Besides influencing the growth of Chinese education and literature, Dr Sun also played a pivotal role in Singapore’s economic development, resulting in the flourishing of the local Chinese community at that time. Journey through the history of Dr Sun Yat Sen and our local pioneer