The Meaning of the Proclamation and the Struggle to Maintain Independence in Strengthening Civic Character
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The Proclamation of Independence and the struggle to defend independence constitute historical events that hold strategic significance in the formation of Indonesian civic character. However, in the practice of Civic Education, the history of independence is often understood merely as a factual narrative, resulting in the underutilization of its civic values as a source of character education. This study aims to analyze the meaning of the Proclamation of Independence and the struggle to defend Indonesian independence in the context of strengthening civic character through Civic Education. This research employs a qualitative approach with a library research design based on historical studies and conceptual analysis. Data sources were obtained from nationally accredited SINTA journals and reputable international journals relevant to the themes of independence and Civic Education. Data were analyzed using content analysis techniques to identify civic values embedded in the historical events of the Proclamation and the struggle to maintain independence. The findings indicate that the Proclamation of Independence embodies the values of popular sovereignty, legal consciousness, and the legitimacy of national authority, while the struggle to defend independence reflects the values of nationalism, sacrifice, unity, collective responsibility, and democratic practice through the dynamics of differing strategies of struggle. The integration of these values into Civic Education learning plays a crucial role in shaping democratic, critical, and civically committed citizens who uphold national unity and state sovereignty
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