KARIER DISALIP JUNIOR, SANG JENDERAL KECEWA MUNDUR DARI TNI

Summary

The script narrates the story of Didi Karta Sasmita, a key figure in the formation of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI). Born in 1911, Didi was a military officer who played a significant role in rallying support for the Republic of Indonesia against Dutch colonial forces. Despite being a prisoner of war and later unemployed, he contributed to the establishment of the People's Security Army (TKR) and was appointed as the commander of the West Java TKR command. However, internal conflicts within the military led to his dissatisfaction with the promotion of junior officers over him, prompting him to resign from the military in 1948. His resignation was not accepted, and he was instead appointed to various positions, including a member of the Supreme Military Court, before finally retiring with honor as a Colonel.

Takeaways

• 😀 Didi Kartasmita was a key figure in the formation of the Indonesian National Army (TNI) and played a significant role in rallying support from former Dutch colonial soldiers.
• 🎓 Born in Ciamis, West Java on November 20, 1911, Didi was a graduate of Hogere Burgers School (HBS), a high school for European children, nobility, and indigenous leaders.
• 🏆 Despite not meeting the typical criteria for HBS, Didi was admitted due to his excellent academic performance at PHS Setamak, and later chose to continue his education at the Dutch Royal Military Academy (KMA).
• 💰 Economic reasons influenced Didi's choice of KMA, as he would receive a salary that he hoped to use to support his elderly parents back home.
• 👮 Didi's first military assignment was as an officer in the 10th Westfield Battalion in Batavia, where he was stationed in the Java Company.
• 🛡️ During World War II, Didi and his troops were involved in combat against Japanese forces and eventually surrendered, becoming prisoners of war for six months.
• 🏆 After the Dutch defeat by Japan, the colonial army was disbanded, leading to Didi's unemployment and a period of various jobs, including selling charcoal.
• 🌏 The proclamation of Indonesian independence by Sukarno on August 17, 1945, had a profound psychological impact on the Indonesian people, inspiring a spirit of resistance and defense of their homeland.
• 📜 Didi was involved in the formation of the People's Security Army (TKR), a precursor to the TNI, and was tasked with gathering support from former colonial soldiers to join the Republic's side.
• 🔄 Political divisions within Indonesia led to tensions between civil politicians favoring negotiations and military figures advocating for continued guerrilla warfare, which resulted in the removal of General Urip Sumoharjo from his position.
• 🚀 Didi's career in the military was marked by a sense of honor and adherence to military ethics, which led to his resignation when he felt his position was undermined by the promotion of junior officers over him.
• 📜 Didi's resignation was initially not accepted, and he was instead appointed to the Supreme Military Court and later as the director of the Central Military Education, positions he declined due to rank discrepancies.

Q & A

Who is Didi Karta Sasmita?

Didi Karta Sasmita was a military figure who played a role in shaping the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI). He was born in Ciamis, West Java on November 20, 1911, and became a graduate of Hoger Burgers School (HBS) in Bandung.

What is the significance of HBS in Didi Karta Sasmita's education?

HBS, or Hoger Burgers School, was a high school level institution for children of European nobility and prominent indigenous figures. Didi Karta Sasmita, despite not meeting the usual criteria, was admitted due to his excellent academic performance.

Why did Didi Karta Sasmita choose to attend the Royal Netherlands Military Academy (KMA)?

Didi Karta Sasmita chose to attend KMA due to economic reasons, as he would receive a salary that he hoped could support his family in the village.

What was Didi Karta Sasmita's first military assignment?

His first military assignment was as an officer in the 10th Infantry Battalion in Batavia, where he was placed in the Javanese company.

How did Didi Karta Sasmita's involvement with the military change after the Japanese invasion?

After the Japanese invasion, Didi and his nationalist troops were captured and became prisoners of war. After six months, they were released, and the defeat of the Dutch by the Japanese led to the disbanding of the colonial troops, leaving Didi unemployed.

What was the impact of Indonesia's proclamation of independence on Didi Karta Sasmita?

The proclamation of independence greatly affected the psyche of the Indonesian people, inspiring a spirit of struggle to defend their land and water. This motivated Didi to help the cause of the Republic of Indonesia.

What role did Didi Karta Sasmita play in the formation of the People's Security Army (TKR)?

Didi Karta Sasmita was tasked with forming the TKR in West Java. He successfully gathered support from former military officers and established the TKR, which later merged with other military units.

What was the conflict between Didi Karta Sasmita and the younger officers in the military?

Didi felt that his career was overshadowed by the younger officers, particularly those educated at KMA Bandung and the military academy in Cimahi, who were promoted over him. This was against the military etiquette he believed in, which stated that if a younger officer was promoted over a senior, the senior should resign.

Why did Didi Karta Sasmita decide to resign from the military?

Didi decided to resign because he felt that his position was being undermined by the promotion of younger officers, which he saw as a breach of military etiquette and respect for seniority.

What was Didi Karta Sasmita's reaction to the government's offer to make him a member of the Supreme Military Court?

Instead of accepting the resignation, President Soekarno appointed Didi as a member of the Supreme Military Court, but Didi continued to insist on his resignation from military service.

How did Didi Karta Sasmita's military career end?

Didi's military career ended when the government respectfully accepted his resignation at the rank of Colonel, not the higher rank of Major General that he had hoped for.