Hari Merdeka (August 31, 1957)
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Independence Day (1957)
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Singapore in Malaysia (1963–1965)
1964 Race Riots (1964)
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Hari Merdeka (Independence Day) is a national day of Malaysia commemorating the independence of the Federation of Malaya from British colonial rule. In a wider context, it is to celebrate the formation of Malaysia. In August 31, 2007, Malaysia will celebrate its 50 years of independence.

Contents
1 Malayan Independence
2 How the independence date was derived
3 The formation of Malaysia
4 Theme and Logo

See also
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Malayan Proclamation of Independence
History of Malaysia
Peninsular Malaysia
Federation of Malaysia

References
Celebrating 50 years of independence Bernama (January 2007)

External links
Merdeka Proclaimation on YouTube video
History of Sarawak
Theme and Logo for Hari Kebangsaan

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