Police Force Under British
When British took over Malacca in 1795 while the Bangkahulu in Sumatera to Dutch, Captain William Farquhar was elected as the British Military Governor and the Dutch officers remained with their former positions. Allow Malacca Justice Council explains the function as a magistrate at the same time continue police duties "Burgher Guard" have formed at the time.
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