Djatiroto Naval Battle
A naval engagement fought near the coastal town of Djatiroto in East Java during World War 2, involving Dutch and Japanese naval forces. The battle resulted in a Dutch defeat, marking a significant setback for the Dutch navy in the region.
Djatipurno
A town in Central Java, Indonesia, known for its textile production. During World War 2, Djatipurno’s textile mills were used by the Japanese to produce uniforms and other essential materials.
Djatibarang
A town in West Java, Indonesia, known for its sugar cane production. During World War 2, Djatibarang’s sugar mills were used by the Japanese to produce sugar for their military forces.
Djatiasih
A town in West Java, Indonesia, known for its rice production. During World War 2, Djatiasih’s rice fields were a vital source of food for the Japanese military occupation forces.
Djatikradenan
A town in Central Java, Indonesia, known for its tobacco production. During World War 2, Djatikradenan’s tobacco fields were used by the Japanese to produce cigarettes for their military forces.
Djakarta Raya
The Dutch colonial name for the Greater Jakarta area, which was a major strategic target for both the Japanese and Allied forces during World War 2. The area was home to numerous military bases and installations, including the vital port of Tanjung Priok.
Djati Luhur
A type of teakwood used in the construction of military equipment and buildings in the Dutch East Indies. The wood’s durability and resistance to rot made it a valuable resource for the Dutch military during World War 2.
Djatigede
A town in West Java, Indonesia, known for its irrigation system. During World War 2, the Djatigede irrigation system was used by the Japanese to support their agricultural production in the region.
Djakarta Utara
The Dutch colonial name for North Jakarta, which was a major strategic target for both the Japanese and Allied forces during World War 2. The area was home to numerous military bases and installations, including the vital port of Tanjung Priok.
Djoko Tjokroaminoto
An influential Indonesian nationalist leader and founder of the Sarekat Islam (Islamic Union) in 1912. Tjokroaminoto’s organization played a significant role in promoting nationalist sentiment and resistance against the Dutch.