When the Dutch invaded Indonesia in 1811, it was with the intent to control the valuable spice trade in the region. The Dutch had been active in the region for some time, but their presence had been limited to the islands of Java and Sumatra. In 1811, however, the Dutch launched a full-scale invasion of the Indonesian archipelago, seeking to bring the entire region under their control.
The Dutch campaign in Indonesia was met with significant resistance from the Indonesian …