December 7, 1975★★★★★
Indonesian invasion of East Timor
Indonesia invades East Timor, a former Portuguese colony, beginning a 24-year occupation.
War· Timor-Leste, Indonesia
Countries / Southeast Asia
History of Timor-Leste
2 notable historical events in Timor-Leste, in chronological order.
20th century
21st century
- May 20, 2002★★★★★
Independence of Timor-Leste
Following the 1999 referendum and a period of UN administration, East Timor becomes an independent state.
Politics· Timor-Leste, Indonesia