Sultan Syarif Kasim II was the 12th Sultan of Siak Sri Indrapura and the last sultan of the Siak Sultanate. His name is used for Jalan Sultan Syarif Kasim and Sultan Syarif Kasim International Airport in Pekanbaru. Pekanbaru folks who often pass that road or head to the airport, does anyone know who he was?
He came from Riau. His real name was Syarif Kasim Abdul Jalil Syaifuddin.
He is known for his courage and sincerity in supporting Indonesian independence.
At a time when many regional rulers were still hesitating after independence, Sultan Syarif Kasim II immediately declared joining the Republic of Indonesia (NKRI).
He donated gold, money, and royal treasures to help the struggle of the Republic, which was still very limited economically.
He is remembered as a humble, educated leader who put the interests of the nation above the throne.
BroSis, what other historical figures are there whose names are used in Pekanbaru but whose stories we rarely know? Write in the comments!
