The Limits of Intervention: U.S. Involvement in Indonesia during the Regional Rebellion (1957-1958) and the Overthrow of Sukarno (1965-1966)
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The Limits of Intervention: U.S. Involvement in Indonesia during the Regional Rebellion (1957-1958) and the Overthrow of Sukarno (1965-1966)
About this book
Seminar paper from the year 2001 in the subject Politics - Region: Far East, grade: 1, 7 (A-), University of Passau, language: English, abstract: Unearth the untold story of Cold War machinations in Southeast Asia with this gripping exploration of U.S. intervention in Indonesia during the tumultuous decades of the 1950s and 1960s. Delve into the shadowy world of covert operations, political intrigue, and the complex interplay of international relations as the United States sought to contain the spread of communism in this strategically vital region. Uncover the hidden truths behind the regional rebellion in Sumatra and Sulawesi, a clandestine effort fueled by the Eisenhower administration and the CIA, as they sought to undermine President Sukarno's government and its perceived communist leanings. Examine the genesis of the rebellion, the extent of American involvement, and the unintended consequences that ultimately strengthened Sukarno's hand and propelled Indonesia toward instability. Journey into the murky depths of the 1965 coup, a pivotal moment in Indonesian history that saw the overthrow of Sukarno and the rise of a right-wing military regime. Explore the controversies surrounding the coup, the suspicions of CIA involvement, and the brutal purge of communists that followed. Was the United States a prime instigator, or merely a witting accomplice? Drawing on newly declassified documents and meticulous research, this incisive analysis sheds light on the limits of American power and the enduring legacy of U.S. foreign policy in Indonesia, revealing a compelling narrative of political maneuvering, ideological clashes, and the complexities of Cold War politics. Explore the themes of political instability, U.S. foreign policy, Cold War history, and Indonesian history. Discover the roles of key figures like Sukarno, Nasution, and Suharto, and the impact of events such as the Permesta rebellion and the September 30th Movement. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the untold stories of the Cold War and the lasting impact of American intervention in Southeast Asia, offering a nuanced and revealing perspective on a critical period in Indonesian history.
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Table of contents
- Contents
- I. Introduction
- II. The Regional Rebellion in Sumatra and Sulawesi, 1957-1958
- II.1 The Genesis of the Rebellion
- II.2 The U.S. Intervenes
- II.3 Civil War
- II.4 Rapprochement
- III. The Overthrow of Sukarno, 1956-1966
- III.1 Radicalization in the early 1960s
- III.2 The U.S. and the Events Leading up to the 1965 'Coup'
- III.3 U.S. Compliance with the Indonesian Army after the 'Coup'
- IV. Conclusion
- V. Bibliography