1915 Singapore Mutiny

The 1915 Singapore Mutiny was a significant uprising that occurred on February 15, 1915, involving the Singapore-based Indian Contingent of the British Indian Army. Sparked by discontent over poor working conditions, racial discrimination, and the impact of World War I on Indian soldiers, the rebellion was primarily led by Muslim sepoys who opposed being deployed to the Middle East. The mutiny resulted in the death of approximately 47 people, including British officers and local civilians. British authorities responded with a swift crackdown, deploying troops to suppress the uprising. The event highlighted underlying tensions within colonial forces and contributed to the growing nationalist sentiment in India during the early 20th century.