Pak Kemal Idris was a prominent figure in the Indonesian Armed Forces, known for his patriotism, bravery, and openness. He was a close friend of Prabowo Subianto’s uncle, who was a hero in the Battle of Lengkong. Pak Kemal Idris played a significant role in supporting President Suharto during the New Order regime.
He was a key figure in the TNI battalion that entered the capital after the Dutch ceded sovereignty to Indonesia. Pak Kemal Idris was brave, pro-people, and a staunch nationalist. Despite being known for his criticism of corruption, he was highly respected by his superiors for his bravery and leadership skills. He fought against rebels in the 1950s and 1965, and later became a trusted confidant of President Suharto in the Army Strategic Reserves Command.
Pak Kemal Idris was known for his open and humorous attitude, as well as his dedication to serving the underprivileged. However, he was also emotional and sometimes made hasty decisions. Prabowo Subianto learned a lot from Pak Kemal Idris and was deeply inspired by his leadership.
Lieutenant General TNI (Ret.) Hartono Rekso Dharsono, also known as Pak Ton, was another influential figure in the Indonesian Armed Forces during the New Order era. He was a close friend of Prabowo Subianto’s family and had a notable career in the TNI. Pak Ton was known for his bravery in suppressing rebellions and his criticism of authoritarianism.
Despite facing accusations of supporting acts of terror and brief imprisonment, Pak Ton remained a respected figure among the people, students, and soldiers. He was admired as a heroic idol, especially by the youth in West Java and Jakarta. Prabowo Subianto admired Pak Ton’s courage and willingness to speak out against injustice, even when it meant facing consequences.
Both Pak Kemal Idris and Pak Ton left a legacy of leadership, bravery, and dedication to serving the nation. Prabowo Subianto learned valuable lessons from their experiences and was inspired to continue their legacy of fighting for a better Indonesia.
