17th Century
1606 - A combined Dutch and Johor force attacks Melaka. The Timely arrival of Portuguese reinforcement from Goa saves Melaka.
1615/16 - The Acehnese mount another attack on Melaka.
1628/29 - The Acehnese hold Melaka for eight months before withdrawing.
1636 - Dutch ships destroy Portuguese ships off the habour.
1641 - The Dutch and Johor Malays attack again. After a fierce battle, the Portuguese and forced to surrender. Dutch rule in Melaka lasts for 154 years.
1645 - The Cheng Hoon Teng temple is built by Chinese head man, Lee Wei King. This is the oldest surviving temple in Malaysia.
1645 / 70 - The Stadthuys or “State house”, the residence of the Dutch Governor, as well as the administrative centre is built.
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