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What is the name of the British Resident of Perak who was assassinated in 1875 at Pasir Salak, an event that led to British military intervention and the formal establishment of the residential system?
Answer: J.W.W. Birch — James Wheeler Woodford Birch was killed by local Malay chiefs led by Dato' Maharaja Lela who resisted his interference in local customs and the abolition of slavery; Birch's death hardened British resolve to assert direct control.
- A Frank Swettenham
- B Hugh Low
- C J.W.W. Birch ✓
- D Richard Winstedt
James Wheeler Woodford Birch was killed by local Malay chiefs led by Dato' Maharaja Lela who resisted his interference in local customs and the abolition of slavery; Birch's death hardened British resolve to assert direct control.