Islam and Independence in Southeast Asia

According to an essay by Gary P. Steenson published online by California Polytechnic University at San Luis Obispo, there are two basic models for decolonization and independence, and each of these models contains infinite variations. The first model for independence involves an indigenous movement led by people trained by the colonial power that bring pressure on the colonial power that ultimately leads to a peaceful breaking of ties between the former colony and the former colonial power. Steenson writes that the best-known use of this model is the independence and decolonization of India. The second model involves indigenous efforts for independence that are resisted, resulting in armed insurrection, ultimately resulting in independence. The best known example of this would involve the reunification and independence of Vietnam.

Steenson writes that the Dutch fought a "stupid losing effort in Indonesia, giving up in 1949." Indones

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