How Singapore’s National Anthem & Flag Nearly Turned Out Different

Singapore's national anthem Majulah Singapura, national flag, and first head of state Yusof Ishak, have stood as symbols of the country's founding ideals - such as equality and multiculturalism - for the past 60 years. When Singapore became self governing in 1959, it fell to Deputy Prime Minister Toh Chin Chye to design the flag, while a song by composer Zubir Said became the anthem. But what many don't know, is that the original idea for the flag had only 3 stars, and the anthem has seen several tweaks over the decades. About the full show: On Dec 3, 1959, Singapore unveiled its new state symbols - the flag, crest and its first native head of state. We find out the inspirations and their relevance to Singaporeans 60 years on. #majulah For more, SUBSCRIBE to CNA INSIDER!    / cnainsider   Follow CNA INSIDER on: Instagram:   / cnainsider   Facebook:   / cnainsider   Website: https://cna.asia/cnainsider