Dutch–Mataram conflicts

The Dutch–Mataram conflicts, also called the Dutch–Mataram wars, were military and political conflicts fought in Java from 1628 to 1757 between the Mataram Sultanate and the forces of the Dutch East Indies Company. The conflicts began due to trade competition. Over time, it included rivalries for political power and control over the throne in Mataram.

Dutch–Mataram conflicts

Mataram siege of Batavia, 1628. (1680s print)
Date1628–1757 (129 years)
Location
Result
  • Dutch victory
Territorial
changes
Mataram is divided into two kingdoms and one principality:
Belligerents
Mataram Sultanate
Anti-Dutch rebels
Dutch East India Company (VOC)
Pro-Dutch factions
Commanders and leaders
Strength
See list:
See list:
Casualties and losses
unknown