This set of medals includes AASM with East Timor set, INTERFET medal, DFSM (can be replaced with DLSM) ADM & TIMOR LESTE MEDAL.
this set is available in miniature as well as ribbon Bar.
The East Timor conflict (1975–1999) was a violent struggle for self-determination after Portugal withdrew from its colonial territory. Indonesia invaded and occupied the region, leading to decades of resistance and a UN-backed path to independence as Timor-Leste. [1, 2]
Key Timeline and Events
1974–1975: After Portugal's Carnation Revolution, local groups split, leading Fretilin to declare the independence of the Democratic Republic of East Timor on November 28, 1975. [1]
1975 Invasion: On December 7, 1975, Indonesia launched a full-scale military invasion, annexing the territory as its 27th province. [1, 2]
The Occupation (1975–1999): The 24-year Indonesian occupation faced heavy resistance from groups like Falintil. Brutal military tactics, famines, and violence resulted in the deaths of over 100,000 to 200,000+ East Timorese. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
1999 Referendum: Under UN supervision, a historic ballot was held on August 30, 1999, where 78.5%of East Timorese voted to reject Indonesian rule and choose independence. [1, 2, 3]
1999 Crisis: Pro-Indonesian militia groups launched a "Scored Earth" retaliation campaign, destroying infrastructure and killing roughly 1,400 civilians. [1]
International Intervention: An Australia-led multinational peacekeeping force (INTERFET) restored order, followed by a UN transition. [1, 2]
Independence: East Timor (Timor-Leste) achieved full sovereign independence in May 2002. [1]