Thomas Stamford Raffles was born onboard a ship in July
1781. His family was of modest means and he began work as a clerk with the East
India Company at age 14. Due to his diligence as well as special patronage, he
was promoted and sent to Southeast Asia i…
Sir Stamford Raffles – collecting in Southeast Asia
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