This document summarizes key events in Indonesia's struggle for independence from Dutch colonial rule, including:
1) The proclamation of independence on August 17, 1945 in Jakarta.
2) Widespread popular support for independence across Indonesia and resistance against Allied and Dutch forces attempting to reassert control.
3) Several major battles between Indonesian fighters and Allied/Dutch forces, including in Bandung, Surabaya, Ambarawa, Manado, and Biak as Indonesia fought to defend its newly declared independence.