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The Aceh War - Indonesia, Sumatra - Banda Aceh
The Aceh War, also known as the Dutch War or the Infidel War ), was an armed military conflict between the Sultanate of Aceh and the Netherlands which was triggered by discussions between representatives of Aceh and the U.S. in Singapore during early 1873. The war was part of a series of conflicts in the late 19th century that consolidated Dutch rule over modern-day Indonesia, concurrent with the 1906 and the 1908 interventions in Bali. This postcard shows General Van Heutz and his Chief of Staff and was taken during the military expedition to Samalanga on 3rd December 1901. Date: 1901
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This evocative postcard captures General Van Heutz and his Chief of Staff during the Dutch military expedition to Samalanga, Aceh, Sumatra, on December 3, 1901. The Aceh War, also known as the Dutch War or the Infidel War, was a protracted armed conflict between the Sultanate of Aceh and the Netherlands. Triggered by discussions between Aceh representatives and the United States in Singapore in early 1873, the war was part of a series of conflicts in the late 19th century that consolidated Dutch rule over modern-day Indonesia. The Dutch sought to expand their colonial territories, while the Acehnese resisted the imposition of Dutch authority and the Christian faith. In this image, General Van Heutz, a prominent Dutch military leader, and his Chief of Staff are seen in the midst of the military campaign. The date, 1901, is inscribed on the postcard, providing a historical context to the photograph. The Aceh War ended in 1913, but its legacy continues to shape the political and social landscape of Indonesia and Aceh. This postcard is a poignant reminder of the complex history of colonialism and resistance in the region.
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