Merebut Kota Perjuangan (1985), authored by Marsoedi and illustrated by Hasmi, functions as New Order propaganda, constructing a "cult of personality" around Soeharto as the central hero of the 1949 General Offensive. Academic analyses identify the comic as a tool for political hegemony, utilizing the popular comic medium to frame historical events according to the Suharto regime's, rather than objective, narratives. For an in-depth academic critique of the work, see the analysis on ResearchGate .
Merebut Kota Perjuangan by Wid NS is a significant Indonesian historical comic detailing the March 1, 1949, General Offensive in Yogyakarta, often analyzed for its role in constructing the political image of Lieutenant Colonel Soeharto during the New Order era. The work blends detailed, classic 1970s-style illustration with a narrative that elevates Soeharto's leadership while offering an engaging, visual perspective on the struggle against Dutch occupation. Academic analysis often highlights the work's focus on hegemonic representation rather than a purely objective historical account. Read the academic analysis at ResearchGate . Buku Merebut Kota Perjuangan.pdf
Wid NS (sketches), with coloring by Hasyim Katamsi, Djoni Andrean, and Hasmi Merebut Kota Perjuangan (1985), authored by Marsoedi and
The book is a dramatized account of the (General Attack of March 1, 1949). Summarizing key points