Franics Light - The Heroines of Phuket

Defending Thalang and Francis Light

Francis light is the founder of the British colony of Malaysia. He was born in an Ancient Town called Woodbridge at County Suffolk England. The actual birth date of Francis light was actually unknown but his Baptism date was recorded at 15 Dec 1740. Francis light sailed to Madras, India to take control of trade for the British. He then was sent to Kedah to overlook the trade at the region. In 1786 he took possesions of Penang after he promise Kedah that he will supply forces to defend them from their enemies. He married Martina Rozells whom he met during his mission to Phuket. Francis Light died from malaria attack on 21 October 1794.

 Francis light came to Phuket in 1785 and on his way, warned the Siames on Phuket of an imminent Burmese attack. Francis's light warning that was given out to Phuket enabled the Phuket people to prepare for a battle, instead of not being prepared for the Burmese attack at all.
 
In the 18th century, Thalang (Phuket) wasn't at peace because of their neighboring country, Burma. In 1767 King Taksin had already driven out the Burmese invaders and successfully defended his capital Ayutthaya by the fierce Burmese army that attacked. However, the Burmese did not want to admit defeat and did not give up, that after 18 years later, they have come back to give their revenge and take over. That is when Francis light saw what was happening and sent a letter to Phuket warning them of the Burmese. The two heroines then took action and defended their country.