Haji Madriyan (H. Madriyas)

 Haji Madriyan (H. Madriyas)

The people's resistance in Cidempet, Lohbener Subdistrict, Indramayu, occurred on July 30, 1944. The leaders of this resistance included Haji Madriyan (H. Madriyas), Darini, Surat, Tasiah, and H. Kartiwa. In 1944, when the Dutch, Japanese, and Allies occupied Indonesia, several regions in West Java, including Indramayu, launched a people's resistance movement against the colonizers. This resistance lasted from around 1942-1947.

One episode occurred in Kaplongan Village, where the people of Indramayu fought against the Japanese colonizers between 1942-1945. The resistance was triggered by the District Head of Karangampel, Misnasastra, who tried to collect rice belonging to Haji Aksan. However, Haji Aksan refused, so with the help of the police, he was arrested and taken to the Village Office. This incident triggered the people of Kaplongan Village to attack the Village Office and the police. Many religious figures in Kaplongan Village led this people's resistance movement, so they were put on the Japanese blacklist and became targets for arrest. The Japanese used cunning tactics to capture these figures one by one.

Meanwhile, in Cidempet Village, the people's resistance was sparked by the Japanese soldiers who seized the harvested rice from the people. The Japanese demanded that the harvested rice be handed over to the Village Office, and the people were only allowed to take a portion of it. However, the people refused this offer, leading to a resistance against the Japanese.

After the Proclamation of Indonesian Independence, the people's resistance movement in Indramayu continued to fight against the Allies, who were aided by the Dutch, between 1946-1947. The Dutch, assisted by NICA, wanted to colonize Indonesia again. However, their efforts were thwarted by the people's resistance, as seen in the Kertasemaya Subdistrict. Armed clashes with the Dutch also occurred in Larangan Village.

The most intense resistance against the Dutch in Indramayu occurred in Siwatu Village. The village became a refuge for Indramayu fighters. Ayib Maknun, an Indramayu resident who acted as a Dutch spy, informed the Dutch soldiers that Siwatu Village was used as a hiding place for the fighters. As a result, the Dutch burned down the entire village in an act of annihilation.

The people's resistance in Indramayu showed the determination and fighting spirit of the people to defend their independence and fight against colonization. This resistance story is an important part of the history of Indonesia's struggle for independence and against colonization. Through the struggle and sacrifice of the fighters in Indramayu and other regions in Indonesia, the country was able to maintain its independence from the grip of colonizers.

The people's resistance in Indramayu teaches us the importance of togetherness, unity, and solidarity in facing oppression and colonization. This resistance movement involved various layers of society, including religious figures, youth, and farmers, who united in fighting against the colonizers.

The story of the people's resistance in Indramayu serves as an inspiration for future generations to always appreciate the sacrifices of the independence fighters and to uphold the values of togetherness, unity, and solidarity. We must learn from the lessons of this history, so that we will always appreciate the independence and freedom that our predecessors fought for.

The people's resistance in Indramayu teaches us the importance of togetherness, unity, and solidarity in facing oppression and colonialism. The movement involved various layers of society, including religious leaders, youth, and farmers, who united in their fight against the colonizers.

The story of the people's resistance in Indramayu serves as an inspiration for future generations to always respect the sacrifices of the independence fighters and uphold the values of togetherness, unity, and solidarity. We must take lessons from this struggle to ensure that we always cherish the independence and freedom that our predecessors fought for.

In the current context, we can adapt the spirit of the people's struggle in Indramayu to face the various challenges and problems that Indonesia is facing. We must work together and unite in building a better, fairer, and more prosperous country, in line with the ideals of the nation's founding fathers.

Therefore, the story of the people's resistance in Indramayu will continue to live on in our memories and serve as an invaluable historical legacy for future generations of Indonesians.

Source: Ilmu Pengetahuan Sosial SMP ++: Haji Madriyan (H. Madriyas) (ipsgampang.blogspot.com)