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 * 1 April 1867: The Straits Settlements becomes a crown colony of the British Empire.
 * 2 April 1955: David Saul Marshall becomes the first Chief Minister of Singapore.
 * 18 April 2005: Casino-gambling is legalised and the construction of two Integrated Resorts is approved by the government.
 * 19 April 1968: The People's Action Party won all seats in Singapore's first general election after independence.
 * 20 April 2004: A section of Nicoll Highway collapses, killing 4 people.

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