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The Forgotten Battle Sub Indo Review

In August 1945, Japan surrendered to the Allied Powers, and Indonesia declared its independence on August 17, 1945. However, the Dutch, who had been the colonial rulers of Indonesia, attempted to reassert their control over the archipelago. The British, who were responsible for occupying Indonesia after Japan's surrender, initially supported the Dutch efforts. This led to a period of conflict between the Indonesian nationalists, led by Sukarno and Hatta, and the Dutch-British forces.

The Battle of Surabaya was a brutal and intense fight between the Indonesian nationalists and the British-Indian forces, primarily composed of soldiers from the British Indian Army. The battle began on October 27, 1945, when British forces, under the command of General Sir Ralph Turner's 2nd Division, attempted to take control of the city of Surabaya, which was the second-largest city in Indonesia at the time. The Forgotten Battle Sub Indo

The Indonesian National Revolution, also known as the Indonesian War of Independence, was a pivotal moment in the country's history. While many battles have been documented and remembered, one particular battle stands out as being largely forgotten: the Battle of Surabaya, or as it's more affectionately known, "Sub Indo". This pivotal battle took place from October 27 to November 10, 1945, and marked a crucial turning point in the fight for Indonesian independence. In August 1945, Japan surrendered to the Allied