Jesselton was the original name for Kota Kinabalu
Merdeka Day, National Day and Malaysia Day – what are the differences with all these days? Everything’s explained and simplified here. When I grew up, August 31st was one of the primary celebrations in the country. We were taught in… Continue Reading
We compiled a list of reasons on why you should have Sabahan friends. Check out all the reasons here. 1. They will be your personal tour guide 2. Meet all the beautiful people of Sabah, a result from decades of… Continue Reading
RIP to the legend. Here are some photos of his visit to Sabah (North Borneo) in 1975. Muhammad Ali visited Kota Kinabalu and was based in Jesselton Hotel en route to Manila where he fought Joe Frazier in the “Thrilla in… Continue Reading
Over the past two hundred years, there have been thousands of expats or servicemen who worked, lived or based in North Borneo. If you’re one of them or has any relation to them, let us know here. After founding North… Continue Reading
Did you know that North Borneo has attracted world famous historical figures for the past 100 years? Here were the famous people who paid this place a visit. 1. Muhammad Ali (1975) This person doesn’t need more introduction. He visited… Continue Reading
If you’re a fan of aviation history, you would know that Guy Menzies was once famous for flying the first solo trans-Tasman flight, from Sydney, Australia to the West Coast of New Zealand, on 7 January 1931. Based on the… Continue Reading
It’s always interesting to watch early documentaries on Malaysia or in particularly Sabah. Now watch this US Documentary on Malaysia shot in 1970. This video clip which was uploaded a few years ago on YouTube by MichaelRogge, who has around 1,000 video… Continue Reading
Watch this rare footage of Jesselton taken in 1948 by Keith Wookey who was the last Resident of Sandakan. After starting North Borneo Historical Society (NBHS) since a few years back, I’m actually quite pleased that many people in Sabah are… Continue Reading
North Borneo Historical Society is working together with MaGIC for SEHATI Program in KK for this Sunday and next Monday. The concept of social enterprise is still relatively new in Malaysia. Please spend a minute or two and learn more… Continue Reading
This was North Borneo (Sabah)’s State flag which was officially used in 1963. Find out more about the State’s flag here. This was the design of the State flag of North Borneo used from 31st August 1963 up until 31st… Continue Reading