Childhood Homes of Soekarno, Sudirman, and Other Indonesian Heroes: Tracing the Roots of National Heroes

Jakarta – Indonesia has a long history that has led to its current progress. This journey is incomplete without the contributions of national heroes. Before becoming prominent figures, these heroes grew up to become the individuals we know today. Their childhood homes serve as early traces of their lives. What were the childhood homes of Indonesian heroes like? Here are some of their homes, as reported by detikcom news archives. Soekarno, one of Indonesia’s most well-known heroes, was the first President of the Republic of Indonesia, the proclaimer of independence, and the father of the nation. Soekarno, born on June 6, 1901, resided in a house on Jalan Pandean IV No. 40, Peneleh, Surabaya. This house has been designated as a cultural heritage site by the Surabaya City Government. Although renovated, the house still retains its original form.