Lee Kuan Yew was born on September 16, 1900. He was the first Prime Minister of Singapore and is widely recognized as the founding father of modern Singapore.

Lee Kuan Yew, born Harry Lee Kuan Yew, was a Singaporean statesman and the first Prime Minister of Singapore. He played a crucial role in transforming Singapore into a highly developed country.

In August 1942, Lee obtained a Japanese language proficiency certificate. This allowed him to work for the Japanese occupation force as an English specialist.

In late 1943, Lee got a job with the Japanese propaganda department (Hōdōbu) and worked for the Japanese occupation force as an English specialist.

By late 1944, Lee planned to move to the Cameron Highlands with his family to avoid a possible British invasion. However, he was tipped off that he was being followed and had to abandon the plan.

The rapid Japanese victory in the Malaya-Singapore campaign had a major impact on Lee. He recalled how British colonial society was shattered, leading to a shift in his perceptions of power and governance.

In January 1947, Lee matriculated at Fitzwilliam College in Cambridge, UK, to study law. He had initially enrolled at the London School of Economics but later transferred to Cambridge.

In December 1947, Lee Kuan Yew married Kwa Geok Choo in secret in Stratford, England. The couple kept their marriage discreet due to societal norms at the time that frowned upon marriage before graduation.

In 1949, Lee Kuan Yew received a first-class law degree. This academic achievement paved the way for his future career in law and politics.

Lee Kuan Yew married Kwa Geok Choo on 30 September 1950. Both Lee and Kwa spoke English as their first language, and Lee started learning Chinese later in life. The couple had two sons and a daughter, with their elder son, Lee Hsien Loong, becoming the third Prime Minister of Singapore.

Lee Kuan Yew and his wife were both admitted to the bar in Singapore on 7 August 1951. This event marked a significant milestone in their legal careers.

In May 1952, Lee negotiated a settlement during the postal union strike, marking his initial involvement in the labour movement. He later represented numerous trade unions against British authorities.

The People's Action Party (PAP) was officially established at the Victoria Memorial Hall in Singapore. The party was formed to advocate for self-rule and a Singapore-Malaya union.

On April 2, 1955, Lee Kuan Yew became a Member of Parliament representing Tanjong Pagar.

Following the 1955 election, Lee Kuan Yew became the Leader of the Opposition in the legislative assembly of Singapore.

During the May Day strike address, Lee Kuan Yew criticized the government as a 'half-past six democracy' while trying to negotiate a resolution for the strike.

The strike at the Hock Lee Amalgamated Bus Company escalated into a riot on this day, leading to further tensions and challenges for Lee Kuan Yew.

In 1956, Lee Kuan Yew expressed concerns about communist influence within the People's Action Party (PAP) and endorsed the purge of suspected leftists by the government.

On August 4, 1957, leftist members captured seats in the PAP central executive committee elections, leading to internal strife and Lee Kuan Yew's refusal to allow their appointments.

On November 23, 1958, the People's Action Party (PAP) amended its constitution to implement a cadre system, restricting voting and candidacy rights to approved cadres.

After winning a decisive victory in the elections, Lee Kuan Yew was sworn in as the prime minister of Singapore on June 5, 1959, and introduced various social and economic reforms.

During the party conference on 18 June 1960, Ong Eng Guan filed resolutions against Lee Kuan Yew, leading to his expulsion from the party for attempting to split it.

On 17 July 1960, Lee Kuan Yew submitted his resignation to party chairman Toh Chin Chye after two by-election defeats but it was rejected, upholding Lee's mandate.

On 13 August 1961, Lim Chin Siong founded the Barisan Sosialis after defecting with 35 branches of the PAP, posing a threat to Lee Kuan Yew's government.

A referendum for merger with Malaysia was held on 1 September 1962, orchestrated by Lee Kuan Yew to ensure only options favorable to him were presented, resulting in a 71% vote for merger.

The Malayan and Singapore special branches collaborated to arrest major opposition members, including Lim Chin Siong and 23 others from Barisan Sosialis, under the pretext of communist control.

Lee declared Singapore's independence and pledged loyalty to the federal government in a ceremony at the Padang.

Following the conclusion of the trials of Barisan Sosialis' leaders, Lee dissolved the legislative assembly and called for a snap election.

After a referendum in 1962, Singapore merged with Malaya on 16 September 1963, leading to the birth of Malaysia. The merger was a significant event in the history of both countries.

Following accusations by UMNO, calls for the deaths of Lee and Social Affairs Minister Othman bin Wok were made, escalating tensions.

The race riots erupted during a celebration, lasting four days, resulting in casualties and further exacerbating ethnic tensions.

On 9 May 1965, Lee and his colleagues formed the Malaysian Solidarity Convention (MSC) with the Malayan and Sarawakian opposition, advocating for a Malaysian Malaysia and race-blind society, which was viewed as a threat by UMNO.

On 7 August 1965, Lee and his cabinet ministers signed the separation agreement at Razak's home, marking the final steps towards Singapore's secession from Malaysia.

On 9 August 1965, Singapore separated from Malaysia, ending the merger that took place in 1963. The separation was a significant moment in Singapore's history, leading to its independence.

Singapore officially became a member of the United Nations on September 21, 1965, seeking international recognition of its independence.

Singapore, along with four other South-East Asian countries, established the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on August 8, 1967.

Received the C.H. award in 1970.

By 1971, Singapore had 17 national service battalions with a significant number of men serving in the reserves.

Received the G.C.M.G award in 1972.

Lee made his first official visit to Indonesia on May 25, 1973, leading to substantial improvements in relations between Singapore and Indonesia.

In 1974, the Singapore government advised the Bible Society of Singapore to stop publishing religious material in Malay to maintain religious tolerance and harmony.

In 1975, Lee and Republic of China premier Chiang Ching-kuo signed an agreement allowing Singaporean troops to train in Taiwan under 'Project Starlight'.

In April 1977, Lee Kuan Yew's government detained Ho Kwon Ping, the Singapore correspondent of the Far Eastern Economic Review, under the Internal Security Act. Ho was charged with endangering national security and fined after a televised confession. Lee also accused the magazine's editor of participating in a 'diabolical international Communist plot'.

Lee Kuan Yew married his first wife, Wong Ming Yang, a Malaysian-born physician, on 20 May 1978.

Wong Ming Yang, Lee Kuan Yew's first wife, died at the age of 31 on 28 October 1982 of a heart attack, three weeks after giving birth to their first son, Li Yipeng.

Lee introduced the Graduate Mothers' Scheme in 1983 to address Singapore's falling fertility rate. The scheme provided incentives for university-educated women to have more children.

On December 18, 1984, Prime Minister of Singapore Lee Kuan Yew delivered a speech at Fullerton Square in Singapore.

In October 1985, Lee visited the United States at the invitation of President Reagan, addressing the US Congress on the importance of free trade and the need to avoid protectionism.

On November 21, 1986, Lee received a corruption complaint against Minister Teh Cheang Wan, leading to investigations by the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau.

In 1987, Lee Kuan Yew restricted the sale of the Far Eastern Economic Review in Singapore due to its coverage of the detention of Roman Catholic church workers. The circulation of the magazine was significantly reduced, and Lee accused it of interfering in Singapore's domestic politics.

Lee initiated legal action against J. B. Jeyaretnam for comments made at a Workers' Party rally during the 1988 general election, alleging that the speech implied involvement in corruption. The court ruled in Lee's favor, ordering Jeyaretnam to pay damages.

Lee Kuan Yew stepped down as the Prime Minister of Singapore in 1990 after transforming the country into one of the world's richest nations. He praised the air conditioner as one of mankind's greatest inventions during his tenure.

On November 27, 1990, Lee Kuan Yew became the Prime Minister of Singapore.

On November 28, 1990, Lee Kuan Yew was appointed as the Senior Minister of Singapore.

On August 21, 1991, Lee Kuan Yew started representing Tanjong Pagar Group Representation Constituency (GRC) in Singapore.

On 2 December 1992, Lee resigned as the Secretary-General of the PAP, succeeded by Goh Chok Tong.

In 1994, Lee proposed linking the salaries of ministers, judges, and top civil servants to top professionals in the private sector to recruit and retain talent in the public sector.

In April 1996, Lee and his son disclosed purchasing apartments at discounted rates, leading to public scrutiny and an investigation initiated by Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong.

After stepping down as prime minister in 1990, Lee Kuan Yew assumed the role of Senior Minister and was seen taking an oath as a Member of Parliament during the first session of the Ninth Parliament at Parliament House in 1997.

The book 'The Singapore Story: Memoirs of Lee Kuan Yew' written by Lee Kuan Yew was published in 1998. It provides insights into the life and political career of Lee Kuan Yew, the first Prime Minister of Singapore.

In a discussion forum in 1999, Lee Kuan Yew expressed concerns about the emotional bonds of various ethnic groups in Singapore potentially hindering nation building. He highlighted the importance of understanding individuals' backgrounds to prevent potential conflicts.

The book 'From Third World to First: The Singapore Story: 1965–2000' by Lee Kuan Yew discusses Singapore's transformation from a developing country to a developed nation under his leadership.

During an interview in October 2000, Lee Kuan Yew emphasized the importance of truth in journalism and expressed his belief that newspapers should separate news reporting from editorials, rather than crusading or putting spins on stories.

He was re-appointed after the 2001 general elections.

In 2002, Lee Kuan Yew became a fellow of Imperial College London in recognition of his promotion of international trade and industry.

On August 11, 2004, Lee Kuan Yew assumed the role of Minister Mentor in Singapore.

Lee's remarks at the Raffles Forum about Chinese marginalization in Malaysia and Indonesia caused diplomatic tensions. Malaysian and Indonesian politicians criticized Lee for his comments.

Lee Kuan Yew expressed evolving views on homosexuality, believing it to be genetic and advocating for a pragmatic approach towards its acceptance in Singapore to maintain social cohesion. Section 377A, criminalizing sex between adult males, was eventually repealed in 2022.

On 13 September 2008, Lee underwent successful treatment for abnormal heart rhythm at Singapore General Hospital.

On 15 November 2009, Lee Kuan Yew was awarded the Russian Order of Friendship by President Dmitry Medvedev.

On 29 April 2010, Lee Kuan Yew was named in the Time 100 list as one of the people who most affect our world.

On 28 September 2010, Lee was hospitalized for a chest infection, leading to the cancellation of his plans to attend a wake.

On 14 January 2011, Lee Kuan Yew received the inaugural Gryphon Award from his alma mater, Raffles Institution.

On 19 October 2011, Lee Kuan Yew received the Lincoln Medal in Washington DC.

In November 2011, Lee's daughter revealed his peripheral neuropathy, a condition affecting the nerves in his legs.

On 21 February 2012, Lee Kuan Yew was conferred the Kazakhstan Order of Friendship.

On June 9, 2012, Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew and Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong were appointed as Senior Advisers to the Government of Singapore Investment Corporation (GIC) and Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) respectively.

On 15 February 2013, Lee was admitted to the hospital for cardiac dysrhythmia and experienced a brief stoppage of blood flow to the brain.

The article provides information about Lee Kuan Yew, a prominent political figure in Singapore.

On 10 September 2013, Lee Kuan Yew was conferred Russia's Order of Honour for his contributions in forging friendship and co-operation with Russia.

On 22 May 2014, Lee Kuan Yew was presented with the title of Honorary Doctor of the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs by the Russian government.

On 5 February 2015, Lee was hospitalized for pneumonia and put on a ventilator, later developing critical conditions.

On 15 February 2015, Lee Kuan Yew underwent a successful robot-assisted keyhole prostatectomy after being diagnosed with prostate cancer.

On 23 March 2015, Lee Kuan Yew, the founding father of Singapore, passed away.

The ROC president makes a condolence visit to former Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew in Singapore, the first visit by an ROC president since 1988.

On March 25, 2015, Singapore, the nation founded by Lee Kuan Yew, started to question the path it was taking.

In 2016, Lee Kuan Yew was conferred the Order of the Paulownia Flowers, backdated to the date of his death in 2015.

Lee Kuan Yew's final will acknowledges the possibility of not demolishing the Oxley house, as stated by Indranee Rajah.

In 2017, there was a dispute over the future of 38 Oxley Road, the house of Lee Kuan Yew, involving his children and Singapore's Prime Minister. The siblings disagreed on the demolition or preservation of the house, reflecting differing interpretations of Lee Kuan Yew's wishes.

In December 2018, China conferred a posthumous China Reform Friendship Medal on Lee Kuan Yew for his role in promoting Singapore's participation in China's reform journey.

Prime Minister Lee declared a 7-day period of national mourning to commemorate the death of Mr. Lee Kuan Yew.