Sultan Agung of Mataram

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Mataram Sultanate: A dominant Islamic Javanese kingdom that flourished in the 16th and 17th centuries, reaching its apex under Sultan Agung.
Javanese Sasana Calendar: A lunisolar calendar established in 1633 by Sultan Agung, harmonizing Islamic and Javanese Saka eras for unified timekeeping.
Dutch East India Company (VOC): A powerful chartered company that played a significant role in colonial expansion in Asia, including conflicts with Mataram.
Cultural Hegemony: The dominance of one cultural group over others, often achieved through the promotion of its own values, beliefs, and practices.