Which military operation, commanded by Colonel Ahmad Yani in April 1958, conducted amphibious and airborne assaults to retake Padang and Bukittinggi from PRRI rebel forces?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Operation 17 Agustus
- Step 1: Operasi 17 Agustus landed troops on Padang's beaches on 17 April 1958. Step 2. Commanded by Colonel Ahmad Yani, central government forces swiftly captured Bukittinggi and drove rebel units into the jungle. Answer: Operation 17 Agustus. Why not the others: Operation Merdeka suppressed Permesta in North Sulawesi.
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