Up to 1942, Indonesia had been stably ruled by a three-and-a-half century-old Dutch regime which continued to dampen Indonesia's desire for an independent, sovereign state. The Japanese invasion, three-and-a-half years brief as it was, contributed significantly to the development of the modern Indonesian state. This period is a stage where Indonesia becomes the spotlight on mass communication, as parties of various political interests strive to realise their aspirations for Indonesia. To one's amazement, the Japanese invasion of Indonesia is a relatively recent event in the history of the…
