Eddy Martadinata
Admiral Raden Eddy Martadinata (often stylized R. E. Martadinata; 29 March 1921 – 6 October 1966) was an Indonesian Navy admiral and diplomat. He was given the title of National Hero of Indonesia posthumously in 1966. He is recognized as one of the founders of the Indonesian Navy.
Admiral Raden Eddy Martadinata | |
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Martadinata in 1960 (colorized) | |
| Chief of Staff of the Navy | |
| In office July 1959 – 25 February 1966 | |
| President | Sukarno |
| Preceded by | Vice Admiral R. Soebijakto |
| Succeeded by | Admiral Moeljadi |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 29 March 1921 Bandung, West Java, Dutch East Indies |
| Died | 6 October 1966 (aged 45) Mount Riung Gunung, Cisarua, Indonesia |
| Resting place | Kalibata Heroes Cemetery 6°15′26″S 106°50′47″E |
| Alma mater | Indonesian Naval Academy |
| Awards | National Hero of Indonesia (1966) Star of the Republic of Indonesia 4th class (1963) Star of Mahaputera 4th class (1961) |
| Signature | |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Indonesia |
| Branch/service | Indonesian Navy |
| Years of service | 1945–1966 |
| Rank | Admiral |
| Commands | Chief of Staff of the Navy |
| Battles/wars | Indonesian National Revolution Makassar Uprising |
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