Thus, despite working for British
This leaflet warns Indonesians that no matter how obedient or loyal they are, the British will continue to treat them with cruelty and contempt. It depicts a British soldier stomping on Indonesian men with a heavy hobnailed boot. The caption reads: “Even after working for the British...”
Year
c. 1943 - 1945
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Did you know?
In a 1942 declaration, Japan claimed: Nippon has no intention of building an imperialist regime in East Asia. Instead, it envisions a union of neighboring nations, tied by racial and cultural bonds, and geographical closeness. This message, though idealistic, was part of Japan’s broader propaganda strategy. Many Indonesians initially welcomed Japan’s promises. By 1943, over 34,000 Indonesians had joined a volunteer army (PETA) to defend Java, believing it was a step toward real independence.
