The history of Sarawak from its early days under the White Rajahs straight through to when they achieved independence — and then immediately after becoming a part of Malaysia. In the process, some like Datu Patinggi Ali and Tun Jugah worked with the outsiders, while those such as Rentap and Penghulu Asun opposed them. In the end, all had a role in shaping modern-day Sarawak.