Great General DR. Abdul Haris Nasution Museum, Military history museum in Menteng, Indonesia.
The former residence of General Abdul Haris Nasution in central Jakarta now functions as a museum documenting his life and military career. The building displays furnished rooms, personal documents, photographs, and objects that illustrate his background and role in Indonesian armed forces development.
The house served as the general's residence beginning in 1949 and became connected to a pivotal moment during a failed coup attempt in 1965. This incident made the property significant in Indonesia's modern political history.
The museum tells the story of a military leader who shaped Indonesia's independence movement through his decisions and leadership. Visitors encounter personal items and documents that reveal how one individual influenced the nation's path.
The museum operates from Tuesday through Sunday and sits on a main street in central Jakarta accessible by public transport. Wear comfortable shoes as the tour involves walking through multiple floors and rooms.
During the 1965 coup attempt, the general escaped danger by climbing over a wall into the compound of a neighboring embassy. This escape route remains visible in the museum today and marks a turning point in Indonesian politics.
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