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A Javanese in the French Foreign Legion
Despite his contribution to Australia, he was expelled from the country. He then went to New Caledonia and served France.


Revisiting the Narrative of "Flowers of Japan"
Is it true that the Kembang Jepun area in Surabaya is related to the history of karayuki-san or Japanese prostitutes?


The Surinamese's Anti Colonialism Symbol
Javanese in Suriname believed this man was sent by God from Java to free them from oppression. The man is Anton De Kom.


The Last Moment of Wolter Mongisidi
The national hero was executed in the middle of a muddy night. He firmly held his faith in freedom up until his last breath.


Soejono Family, Heroes for the Dutch and Indonesians
Raden Adipati Ario Soejono became a minister in the cabinet of Queen Wilhelmina, while his children fought against the Nazi occupation.


Sukarno and His Sampaguita
Sukarno's love story with a Filipina actress became the talk of the town, even inspiring a novel by an illustrious Filipino writer.


Irawan Soejono Against Nazi Germany in the Netherlands
Irawan Soejono was fighting alongside his comrades against Nazi. He was shot dead while smuggling a stencil printing machine.


The History of Herbal Medicine in Nusantara
Herbal remedies are the oldest medicine. This natural treatment is now making a comeback as a favorable alternative.


Palestine's Dream of Independence
The desire for Palestine's full independence is reflected in its educational curriculum.


The Birth of Indonesia's Own Currency
Regardless of the challenging situation, Indonesia issued its own currency, which had to face competition with Japanese and NICA money.


The End of Life of the Old Captain
Westerling went to earn a living with utilizing his passion in music, asking for financial aid and trading, yet nothing was fruitful.


A Traveler Linguist in the Dutch East Indies
Van der Tuuk devoted his life to studying the languages of Nusantara. He compiled dictionaries of Batak, Lampung, and Kawi-Bali.


Two Europeans that Waged Wars on Lombok
Two major wars raged on Lombok, Indonesia in 1839 and 1894. Two shrewd adventurers from Europe were behind it.


The Fight for the Truth of the Balibo Five
Five Australian journalists were killed while on assignment in East Timor. The Indonesian and Australian governments appeared to cover it.


The Eid al-Adha Assassination Attempt on Sukarno
After a failed attempt on Eid al-Fitr, the perpetrators tried to assassinate Sukarno on Eid al-Adha by shooting him in the middle of prayer.

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