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A map of Indonesia indicates the position of East Timor in the world. Facts and figures on East Timor are provided accompanied by a detailed map of the country and the new National flag.
Conflict Resolution
The CSPE articles are a series to help you understand a number of conflicts around the world. In a series of steps you are taken from the roots of a conflict to the present day.
1. Historical Background
A brief history outlining the occupation of East Timor over the centuries.
2. Indonesian Occupation
An account of the repressive regime that has occupied East Timor and the growth of a resistance movement looking for independence.
3. Elections and the Aftermath
On the 30 August 1999, 78.5% of the population voted to secede from Indonesia.
4. Heroes of East Timor
Xanana Gusmao, Horta and Bishop Belo have led the struggle for independence.
5. The Irish Connection
An Irish bus driver, Tom Hyland, has led one of the most remarkable campaigns to highlight the plight of the East Timorese people.
6. Santa Cruz
Scene of a massacre that was secretly filmed and shown to the world.
7. Peace at Last
The people of East Timor celebrated Christmas 1999 and a new millennium with joy and happiness despite grief and destruction resulting from the post-ballot violence.
Walking into the Darkness
An article by Oran Doyle
Link with a school from East Timor
Read about the Irish schools that have linked with East Timorese schools.
Worksheet on East Timor
Four tasks are provided for work in the classroom.
Xanana
Horta
Belo