Example of Independence Short Stories that Can Boost Nationalism, First Know the Definition and Characteristics

Kapanlagi.com - Short stories or short fiction are one of the literary works that have quite a lot of enthusiasts. Usually, people prefer to read short stories rather than novels when they have little free time. Because short stories can be finished in one sitting. In addition, in terms of themes, short stories are also diverse. We can even find short stories about independence that tell stories of struggle and nationalism.

As the name suggests, independence short stories are short stories that lift stories about independence. Independence short stories will be very suitable as reading during leisure time, especially when approaching the commemoration of Independence Day on August 17th. Because not only entertaining, short stories about independence can also awaken the nationalism of readers.

Are you interested in reading independence short stories? If yes, just read the following review and examples.

1. Definition of Independence

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Independence short stories may not be as popular as romantic, horror, and other genres. This is because independence short stories are very thematic. This short story tells about the struggle and achievement of a nation or country's independence. The story in the independence short story also often touches on important moments in the struggle for independence.

Independence short stories are not just entertaining short stories. More than that, independence short stories also convey the spirit of nationalism, courage, perseverance, and solidarity. In general, this type of short story also conveys values ​​about freedom, unity, and social justice.

Independence short stories are generally written inspired by stories of struggle and historical events in the past. However, there are also fictional elements that come from the writer's imagination in independence short stories.

2. Characteristics of Independence Short Stories

As mentioned earlier, independence short stories are very thematic. This short story raises a specific theme, namely about the struggle. Therefore, we can easily distinguish independence short stories from other types of short stories. But for more details, here are some characteristics of independence short stories.

1. Raising the Theme of Independence

Independence short stories always tell stories about the struggle for independence. Some short stories about independence even focus on a moment or event in the struggle for independence.

2. Using Historical Time and Place Settings

Independence short stories almost always use historical time and place backgrounds related to independence events.

3. Heroic Characters

Independence short stories often use heroic characters. Even historical short stories often use a hero figure who fights for independence. Through this character, the values ​​of nationalism, spirit, courage, and sacrifice are shown.

4. Presenting Struggle-Filled Conflicts

Independence short stories tend to have tough conflicts because they are related to the struggle for independence. This conflict can be manifested in the form of war, political conflict, and so on that are still related to the struggle for independence.

5. Having Nationalistic Spirit

Independence short stories almost certainly contain nationalistic spirit. This nationalistic spirit is there to awaken the values ​​of love for the homeland, pride in national culture and identity, and unity in the reader's mind.

3. Examples of Independence Short Stories

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Independence short stories often present exciting and interesting stories because they are related to a struggle. Therefore, independence short stories not only entertain, but can also be a reading that stimulates nationalism. Here is an example of an exciting independence short story that can also awaken nationalism.

The Struggle of Ordinary People

(Work: Kirani Fitri)

Brothers from Asia whom we hoped would free us from the Dutch colonialism, came only to worsen our lives which turned out to be their arrival only to exploit the wealth of Dutch East India for their capital and reserve bases during World War II.

Father, and the villagers tried to resist the Japanese. All the villagers worked together to drive away the Asian Light that made us suffer from our country.

Father, who had learned martial arts from Haji Niung, taught basic martial arts that had to be mastered by the village youths who at that time were still on average 15 years old. Meanwhile, mothers and other village women prepared food, drinks, and also taught the arts of femininity to the Flower of the Village.

Until the long-awaited day arrived. I and the village troops who were ready to fight the Japanese army began to attack their small security post to the south of the village, bordering the forest. We managed to defeat two Japanese troops with makeshift weapons. Only Bamboo Spears and Clurit were deadly weapons for us.

"Their headquarters are to the south. We disperse. Those behind me, we go north. And those behind Mas Daryat, go east," said Father giving the signal.

I, who was behind Father, went north by circling the path from the forest where the Japanese post was to the back warehouse of the headquarters with a blood-stained Clurit in my hand.

"Don't give up! If you want to fight, fight. Don't wait for me to come. We have trained. Apply the results of our training now. Prove that the struggle of ordinary people like us is a struggle to achieve independence!" Father said firmly when our troops were not far from the warehouse door.

After giving the signal and preparing, our troops began to enter the warehouse containing several bombs placed neatly. Because of this threatening position, we improvised our strategy. Namely, Father and I would kill their leaders.

When one of the youths managed to deceive the Japanese soldiers, I and Father took advantage of this opportunity to run upstairs where the leader of the Japanese soldiers was. As soon as we entered, a very lucky opportunity awaited us.

The army leader was watching how our troops with makeshift weapons tried to fight his troops equipped with long-barreled rifles, and were ready to detonate bombs if necessary.

"Sttt... you take this. If I am stabbed or shot dead by him, you continue this resistance," said Father as he patted my shoulder and smiled before going towards the Japanese army leader.

Blood spurted all over the place, hitting my cheek that was hiding behind a wooden cabinet located not far from the door. In my heart, I prayed that the Japanese army leader would die. Not Father.

Slowly the sound of footsteps approached me. At that time, I was holding a Clurit and a long-barreled rifle stolen from Father given to me. If this was the end of my life, I felt proud that I did this for my country.

The footsteps began to approach and...

CLEB!

The Clurit that I held, which had previously been blood-stained, was firmly embedded in the stomach of the General. His blood began to flow from his stomach and mouth. He smiled at me and then fell to the ground.

With mixed feelings, I felt that I had done my best for my country. Quickly, I approached Father who had already passed away and carried him on my back.

"At least Father's struggle was not in vain."

That night, I returned home safely with 12 other surviving village youths. Those who fell will always be remembered as heroes. Heroes for us. Weak village people.

Those are some explanations of the understanding, characteristics, and examples of independence short stories. Hopefully, it can be useful and entertaining reading!

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