ABAD KEJAYAAN TERNATE - SULTAN BAABULLAH DATU SYAH dan tersingkirnya Portugis dari Ternate!

Summary

The video script narrates the heroic tale of Sultan Babullah, a 16th-century ruler of Ternate who successfully expelled the Portuguese from his land. Known for his bravery and strategic military prowess, Babullah led a united Maluku against foreign invaders. His most significant achievement was the five-year siege of Fort Gammalamo, culminating in the surrender of the Portuguese on December 26, 1570. The script also touches on the tragic end of Babullah, with two contrasting versions of his death, reflecting the deep-seated animosity between him and the Portuguese.

Takeaways

• 😀 Sultan Babullah was a significant historical figure in the Maluku Islands, known for his role in expelling foreign invaders, particularly the Portuguese.
• 🏰 Babullah was born in Ternate on February 10, 1528, and was the eldest son of Sultan Hairun.
• 🛡️ He was appointed as the naval commander in his youth, showcasing his bravery and strategic skills, which were instrumental in various conquests and military expeditions.
• 🔥 The death of Sultan Hairun, who was killed by the Portuguese, sparked outrage and united the people of Maluku against the invaders.
• 🛳️ Babullah's military campaigns included sending five large warships to gather forces and attack Portuguese forts, demonstrating his naval prowess.
• 🏰 He successfully besieged Fort Gammalamo for five years, leading to the surrender of the Portuguese on December 26, 1575.
• 🌊 Babullah's strategy to cut off the Portuguese from the outside world by patrolling the seas around the Maluku Islands was highly effective.
• 📜 He demanded the Portuguese governor, who was responsible for his father's death, to be tried and punished, but the Portuguese refused to comply.
• 🚫 In retaliation, Babullah banned foreign ships from entering Ternate, canceled all privileges given to the Portuguese, and ordered all Portuguese and Christian natives to gather in Ternate.
• ⏳ After a prolonged siege, the Portuguese finally surrendered Fort Gammalamo, marking the end of their colonization in Ternate.
• 👑 Babullah's death is shrouded in mystery, with some versions suggesting he was invited to negotiate peace and was killed by the Portuguese, while others claim he died in Ternate and was buried near Fort Gammalamo.

Q & A

Who are the three national leaders mentioned in the script who successfully expelled foreign invaders from their countries?

The script mentions three national leaders: Bung Karno, Raden Wijaya, and Sultan Babullah. Bung Karno played a significant role in Indonesia's independence. Raden Wijaya, the founder and first king of Majapahit, successfully expelled the Mongol forces from Java around 1293. Sultan Babullah was the ruler of Ternate who expelled the Portuguese from his country in 1575.

What was the original name of Sultan Babullah, and when was he born?

Sultan Babullah's original name was Babul, and he was born on February 10, 1528, in Ternate.

What significant military position did Babullah hold before becoming Sultan?

Before becoming Sultan, Babullah was appointed as the 'Kapital Laut,' the highest military naval position in the Ternate Kingdom, responsible for various expeditions, especially in the northern and central Sulawesi areas.

What was the greatest achievement of Sultan Babullah's reign?

Sultan Babullah's greatest achievement was expelling the Portuguese from the Maluku Islands, ensuring they never returned. He successfully besieged Fort Salemba, also known as Fort Gammalamo, for five years until the Portuguese surrendered on December 26, 1575.

How did the death of Sultan Khairun, Babullah's father, lead to the escalation of conflict with the Portuguese?

Sultan Khairun was killed by the Portuguese on the orders of Governor Ternate, Biogo Lopez De Mesquita, due to a dispute over religious tolerance and accusations of Ternate forces attacking missionaries and local Christians. This event led to widespread anger among the people of Maluku, including Babullah, who then became Sultan and united the Maluku sultanates to resist the Portuguese.

What was the strategy of Babullah to weaken the Portuguese presence in the Maluku Islands?

Babullah's strategy included sending warships to gather forces and attack Portuguese forts, besieging Fort Gammalamo for five years, demanding the trial and punishment of his father's killer, Governor De Mesquita, and cutting off external relations by banning foreign ships from entering Ternate and revoking privileges given to the Portuguese and Christian missions.

What was the outcome of the siege of Fort Gammalamo, and when did the Portuguese surrender?

The siege of Fort Gammalamo resulted in the surrender of the Portuguese after five years of being besieged by Babullah's forces. The Portuguese governor, Nuno Pereira Lacerda, handed over the fort and Portuguese sovereignty in Ternate to Babullah on December 26, 1575.

How did the Portuguese respond to Babullah's demand for the trial and punishment of Governor De Mesquita?

The Portuguese did not intend to surrender De Mesquita, citing a law that a Portuguese governor could not be punished for his actions. Instead, De Mesquita was secretly moved to Ambon under the guise of a prisoner and protected by Sancho De Vasconcelos, the Portuguese ruler in Ambon.

What were the two different versions of Sultan Babullah's death mentioned in the script?

The script mentions two versions of Babullah's death: one where he was invited to negotiate peace with the Portuguese and was captured and killed by them, with his head presented to the young king of Gowa; and another, more widely believed version among the people of Ternate, that he died a natural death in his palace in Fort Gammalamo and was buried in Foramadiahi, about two kilometers from the fort.

How does the script suggest the story of Babullah's death was manipulated by the Portuguese?

The script suggests that the version of Babullah's death that claims he was killed by the Portuguese was written later by Valentine and Rumphius, and according to the script, it is considered a legend and was likely altered by the Portuguese who were resentful towards Babullah.