Try Sutrisno Receives 19 Honours Throughout His Life
Jakarta (ANTARA) — Try Sutrisno, the sixth Vice President of the Republic of Indonesia, received 19 honours throughout his lifetime in recognition of his dedication and service to the nation and state.
In an official statement from the Presidential Secretariat issued in Jakarta on Monday, the late statesman was described as a military officer and statesman who dedicated himself to Indonesia throughout his life.
Furthermore, Try Sutrisno was known as a leader who firmly upheld the principles of discipline, simplicity and strong loyalty to the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia.
Sutrisno’s military career was forged through various strategic assignments within the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI). His military education included attendance at the Joint Command and Staff School (Seskogab) in 1977, which strengthened his capacity as a strategic officer in maintaining national stability during crucial periods of nation building.
His dedication and professionalism led to Try Sutrisno being entrusted with various important positions, including service as Commander of the Armed Forces (ABRI) from 1988 to 1993.
Throughout his life, the state awarded him numerous honours in recognition of his services and contributions, namely:
Adipradana Star of the Republic of Indonesia
Mahaputra Adipurna Star
Mahaputra Adipradana Star
Yudha Dharma Utama Star
Swa Bhuwana Utama Star
Bhayangkara Utama Star
Kartika Eka Pakci Utama Star
Jalasena Utama Star
Swa Bhuwana Utama Star
Legion of Veterans of the Republic of Indonesia Honour Star
Order of Yugoslav Flag with Golden Star (Yugoslavia)
Das Grosse Verdienstkreuz Mit Stern (Germany)
Commandeur de la Légion d’Honneur (France)
Ereteken Voor Verdienste (Netherlands)
Legion of Merit (USA)
Tong Il Star (Korea)
Satyalancana Seroja
Satyalancana Penegak
Satyalancana Kesetiaan 8, 16 and 24 Years
His long period of service represents an important record in the history of Indonesia’s nation-building journey. The exemplary conduct, integrity and spirit of service demonstrated by the late Try Sutrisno will continue to be remembered as an inspiration for future generations in maintaining unity and building Indonesia.