Sultan Hasanuddin
- Born:
- January 12, 1631, Gowa, Sultanate of Gowa (present-day South Sulawesi, Indonesia)
- Died:
- June 12, 1670, Gowa, Sultanate of Gowa
- Nationality:
- Makassarese (Gowa)
- Profession(s):
- Sultan of Gowa, Military Leader, Diplomat
Early Life and Education
- Born as I Mallombasi Muhammad Bakir Daeng Mattawang Karaeng Bonto Mangape
- Received religious education and training in warfare and diplomacy.
- Assumed the title Sultan Hasanuddin upon ascending the throne in 1653.
Career and Major Achievements
- Eighth Sultan of Gowa, ruling from 1653 to 1669.
- Led a fierce resistance against the Dutch East India Company (VOC) in the Makassar War (1666-1669). The perjuangan sultan hasanuddin sebelum tahun 1908 primarily concerns his leadership against the VOC during this period.
- Known for his diplomatic skills in negotiating treaties and alliances with other regional powers.
- Earned the nickname "The Rooster of the East" (De Haantjes van Het Oosten) from the Dutch due to his bravery and tenacity.
- Signed the Treaty of Bongaya in 1667, which ceded significant territory and trade concessions to the VOC, although he continued resistance.
Legacy and Impact
Sultan Hasanuddin remains a national hero of Indonesia, celebrated for his courage and resistance against Dutch colonialism. He is a symbol of Indonesian patriotism and anti-imperialism. His leadership inspired future generations in the fight for independence.