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From the Nusantara kingdoms, colonialism, national movement, to contemporary history of Indonesia.
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On August 17, 1945, Sukarno and Hatta proclaimed Indonesia's independence. This brief event marked a turning point in the nation's history after centuries of…
In April 1955, 29 Asian and African countries gathered in Bandung. The conference gave birth to the Bandung Principles and marked the beginning of solidarity among…
On October 28, 1928, youth from various regions pledged one motherland, one nation, and one language. This vow became one of the foundations of modern Indonesia.
The Allies' ultimatum on November 9, 1945 was met with resistance from the entire city. The Battle of Surabaya became one of the largest battles in the Indonesian…
The eruption of Mount Tambora in Sumbawa in April 1815 was the largest in recorded history. Its ash and gas covered the atmosphere, causing the Year Without a…
In the early 19th century, the Sultanate of Yogyakarta faced heavy political and economic pressure. The Dutch colonial government increasingly intervened in palace…
