Exactly 71 years ago, Indonesia first president Soekarno proclaimed the country independent.

  17 Agustus 2016 19:22

Brilio.net/en - Retrieved from the IPPHOS (Indonesia Press Photo Service) archive, here are photos from the historic day:

1. Alex and Frans Mendur, IPPHOS photographers, speaking with Soekarno.

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2. The original text.

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3. Proclamation text typed by Sayuti Melik.

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4. Fatmawati, the first First Lady, sewing the flag.

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5. President Soekarno reading the proclamation.

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6. Prayers after declaring independence.

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7. The flag-raising.

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8. Important figures who attended the proclamation.

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9. The crowds celebrate!

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10. Newspaper headlines.

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Salam Merdeka!

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