Tension in Jakarta, 1965
Things to think about
1. Before viewing
Have you heard of a coup happening in your lifetime? If so, was it successful or unsuccessful?
The governments most susceptible to coups are unstable ones. Do you think that Australia's government is likely to be overthrown by a sudden, violent uprising? Why/why not?
2. As you view
Indonesia's army was meant to be non-political. Based on what you see in this clip, to what extent do you believe that this was the case?
What was it about General Suharto that made him a natural choice to become the Minister Chief of Staff of the army?
During the general's swearing-in ceremony, who does President Sukarno accuse of trying to divide his country?
3. After viewing
In what way/s did Sukarno appear to be losing control of his country at this point?
Who did it seem was most likely to take advantage of this heightened political instability?
4. Next steps
View the clip 'Suharto marks the anniversary of 1965 coup attempt'.
1 min 48 secs
Source: ABC News | Learning area: History | Secondary: Year 10
Overview
Discover what happens when a failed coup (violent overthrow) leaves the Indonesian government in turmoil. This clip shows the government being re-shuffled to reward those who have been loyal to President Sukarno's regime. General Suharto is one of them.
For teachers
- History: Year 10
- Strand: Historical Knowledge and Understanding
- Substrand: Students investigate wartime experiences through a study of World War II in depth. This includes a study of the causes, events, outcome and broader impact of the conflict as an episode in world history, and the nature of Australia's involvement.
- Content code: ACDSEH110
- Content description: The significance of World War II to Australia's international relationships in the twentieth century, with particular reference to the United Nations, Britain, the USA and Asia
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Date first broadcast:
23 October 1968
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Tension in Jakarta, 1965
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Source:
ABC News
Date first broadcast:
23 October 1968
