Historical Events tagged with "yogyakarta"
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Garuda Indonesia Flight 200 Crash Overview
Garuda Indonesia Flight 200, a scheduled domestic flight, crashed on landing at Adisutjipto International Airport in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The aircraft, a Boeing 737-400, skidded off the runway and collided with a ditch, leading to a fire. The tragedy resulted in the deaths of 21 people, including passengers and crew members. A total of 122 people were on board, and several more were injured in the incident.
Continue ReadingDevastating Yogyakarta Earthquake Hits Central Java
A significant earthquake measuring 6.4 Mw struck Yogyakarta, Indonesia, causing severe destruction and loss of life. The quake, occurring in the early hours, generated an MSK intensity of VIII, classified as damaging. In its aftermath, more than 5,700 people lost their lives, and around 37,000 were reported injured. The event drawn both local and international attention, prompting rescue and relief efforts to the region, thereby highlighting the vulnerability of densely populated areas to seismic activities.
Continue ReadingLion Air Flight 538 Runway Overrun Incident
Lion Air Flight 538, an MD-82 aircraft, overran the runway while landing at Adisucipto International Airport in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The flight, carrying 148 people, lost control after landing during adverse weather conditions, resulting in the aircraft crashing and breaking into two parts. Unfortunately, 25 individuals lost their lives, and many others sustained injuries. The incident highlighted significant concerns regarding safety protocols and aircraft operations in Indonesia's aviation sector.
Continue ReadingSinking of Indonesian Navy's RI Macan Tutul
The Indonesian Navy fast patrol boat RI Macan Tutul, commanded by Commodore Yos Sudarso, was sunk by the Dutch Navy in the Arafura Sea. This incident came amid rising tensions over the sovereignty of Netherlands New Guinea, reflecting the broader geopolitical struggles in Southeast Asia during the decolonization period. The sinking represented a significant military engagement in the Indo-Dutch conflict over the control of this territory.
Continue ReadingDutch Capture of Yogyakarta During Revolution
The Dutch military captured Yogyakarta, the temporary capital of the Republic of Indonesia, marking a significant moment during the Indonesian National Revolution. This military action aimed to undermine the newly declared independence of Indonesia and assert Dutch control over the region. Despite efforts by Indonesian Republican forces, the Dutch utilized superior military strength to seize the city's control, affecting the political landscape and the ongoing struggle for independence.
Continue ReadingTreaty of Giyanti Divides Mataram Kingdom
The Treaty of Giyanti was signed between the Dutch East India Company (VOC), Sunan Pakubuwono III, and Prince Mangkubumi, formally dividing the Javanese kingdom of Mataram into two principalities. This agreement established the Sunanate of Surakarta under Pakubuwono III and the Sultanate of Yogyakarta governed by Mangkubumi. The treaty addressed regional power struggles and responded to Dutch imperial interests in Java, marking a significant shift in the political landscape of the region.
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