Borneo Monument, Batavia (Jakarta), Java, Indonesia

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Borneo Monument, Batavia (Jakarta), Java, Indonesia

Borneo Monument, European District, Batavia (Jakarta), Java, Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia). Date: 1902

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Allegorical Angel Batavia Borneo Indies Indonesia Indonesian Inscription Jakarta Java Lion Lions Plinth Sumatra 1902

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken in 1902, showcases the majestic Borneo Monument located in the European District of Batavia, now known as Jakarta, in the Indonesian island of Java. The monument, dedicated to commemorating the Dutch East India Company's (VOC) conquest of the neighboring island of Borneo, stands proudly amidst lush greenery and well-manicured gardens. The monument's central figure is an allegorical female figure, symbolizing the Dutch dominion over the region. She is flanked by two powerful lions, a common symbol of power and strength in European heraldry. The lions' stoic expressions and regal posture exude a sense of authority and control. The base of the monument, or plinth, is adorned with an inscription in Dutch, commemorating the victory of the Dutch East India Company over the Sultanate of Borneo in 1901. The inscription also pays tribute to the fallen Dutch soldiers who lost their lives during the campaign. The Borneo Monument, also known as the Batavia Monument, is a significant historical landmark that reflects the rich colonial history of Indonesia. The monument's intricate design, grandeur, and symbolism make it a popular tourist attraction and a source of pride for the people of Jakarta. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to the early 1900s when European powers ruled over vast territories in Asia, and the Dutch East Indies was a thriving colonial empire. The monument stands as a testament to the complex and intriguing history of Indonesia and its relationship with the West.

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