*Surabaya was occupied by the BA.
5.) What do you think about the Indonesian military power compared to that of the British army at that time?
Answer: The British Army was more powerful and modern, and had more complete weaponry. Surabaya was attacked from the sea, land, and air.
6.) What made the Indonesians dare to fight against the British army which was more modern and powerful?
Answer: The spirit to defend the country’s independence encouraged Indonesian freedom fighters to fight the aggressors.
7.) Did the Indonesian lose or win the battle? Why do you think so?
Answer: Indonesia lost the battle because the number of victims or casualties in Indonesian side is bigger, and Surabaya was finally occupied by the British Army.
8.) How did the battle influence the national revolution at that time?
Answer: The battle provoked Indonesian and international community to rally to support the independence movement of Indonesia.