Biografi Singkat Soeharto, Presiden kedua Republik Indonesia

Summary

The script recounts the life of General Haji Muhammad Soekarno, Indonesia's second president, born in Yogyakarta on July 8, 1921. It details his military career, from a soldier to a commander, and his pivotal role in reclaiming Yogyakarta from Dutch colonizers. After the 1965 coup attempt, he assumed control of the army and was appointed acting president by President Soekarno. His presidency, marked by development strategies and food self-sufficiency achievements, lasted over three decades until his resignation in 1998. Despite facing corruption allegations, he remained a significant figure in Indonesian history, passing away on January 27, 2018, at the age of 87.

Takeaways

• 🎓 Soeharto was the second president of Indonesia, born in Kemusuk, Yogyakarta on July 8, 1921.
• 👨‍🌾 His father, Kertosudiro, was a farmer and an assistant to the village head in irrigation and rice field management.
• 👩‍🏫 Soeharto started school at the age of eight but frequently moved, eventually becoming a military cadet in Bintara Gombong, Central Java.
• 🗓️ He officially joined the Indonesian National Army (TNI) on October 5, 1948.
• 💍 Soeharto married Siti Hartinah, a government official's daughter, on December 26, 1945, and they had six children.
• 🚩 He began his military career as a soldier and rose through the ranks to become a battalion commander and a regiment commander.
• 🏰 In 1949, he led his troops to reclaim Yogyakarta from Dutch colonizers and served as a guard for the Supreme Commander Sudirman.
• 📈 On October 1, 1965, after the G30S PKI incident, Soeharto took over as the head of the Army and was appointed as the operational commander by President Soekarno in March 1966.
• 🏛️ Following the political turmoil, the Special Session of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPRS) in 1967 appointed Soeharto as the acting president, which was later confirmed in 1968.
• 🏙️ Soeharto governed for more than three decades, through six general elections until his resignation on May 21, 1998.
• 🛑 His resignation was not solely due to student demonstrations but also due to betrayal by his close aides who were ambitious without political acumen.
• 🏥 Soeharto faced corruption charges and misuse of funds from a foundation he established, but his trial was halted due to his illness.
• 🏗️ He initiated development with a 'trilogy' strategy focusing on stability, growth, and equity, earning him the title of 'Father of National Development'.
• 🏆 He received an award from FAO for achieving food self-sufficiency by 1985.
• 🕊️ Soeharto passed away at the age of 87 on January 27, 2018, after being treated for 24 days at the Pertamina Central Hospital in Jakarta.

Q & A

Who was Haji Muhammad Wasitho?

Haji Muhammad Wasitho was the second President of the Republic of Indonesia.

Where and when was Haji Muhammad Wasitho born?

He was born in Kemusuk, Yogyakarta on July 8, 1921.

What was the cause of Haji Muhammad Wasitho's death?

He passed away at 1:00 PM on Sunday, January 27, 2018, due to multi-organ failure.

What was the profession of Haji Muhammad Wasitho's father, Kertosudiro?

Kertosudiro was a farmer and also served as an assistant to the village head in irrigation and rice field management.

When did Haji Muhammad Wasitho officially become a member of the Indonesian National Army (TNI)?

He officially became a member of TNI on October 5, 1948.

Who did Haji Muhammad Wasitho marry and when was their wedding?

He married Siti Hartinah, a government official's daughter, and their wedding was held on December 26, 1945.

How many children did Haji Muhammad Wasitho and Siti Hartinah have?

They were blessed with six children: Siti Hardiyanti Hastuti, Sigit Harjojudanto, Bambang Trihatmodjo, Siti Hediati, Harijadi Hutomo Mandala Putra, and Siti Hutami Endang Adiningsih.

What significant military achievement did Haji Muhammad Wasitho accomplish in 1949?

In 1949, he successfully led his troops to recapture the city of Yogyakarta from Dutch colonizers.

What was the significance of the 'Sebelas Maret' order given by President Soekarno to General Soeharto in 1966?

The 'Sebelas Maret' order tasked General Soeharto with restoring security and order, as well as securing the teachings of the great revolutionary leader Bung Karno.

How did Haji Muhammad Wasitho's presidency come to an end?

His presidency ended tragically not only due to student demonstrations in 1998 but also due to betrayal by his close aides who were ambitious without political poison.

What was Haji Muhammad Wasitho's strategy for development during his presidency?

His development strategy was based on the trilogi of development, stability, growth, and equity.

What recognition did Haji Muhammad Wasitho receive for his achievements in food self-sufficiency?

He received an award from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) for successfully achieving food self-sufficiency by 1985.

What was the final illness that led to Haji Muhammad Wasitho's death?

He was treated for 24 days from January 4-27, 2008, at the Pertamina Central Hospital in Jakarta, before succumbing to multi-organ failure.