Sultanate of Sambas: Map & History
The Sultanate of Sambas was a traditional Malay state on the Western coast of the island of Borneo, in modern-day Indonesia.
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The Sultanate of Sambas was a traditional Malay state on the Western coast of the island of Borneo, in modern-day Indonesia.
Sultanate of Sambas in Depth
History
At first governed by governors, Sambas became a kingdom in 1609 with the descendant of Sepudak. She married one of her daughters to a prince of Sultan Muhammad Hassan of Brunei, Prince Tengah whom later became the first and the last Sultan of Sarawak for Bruneian Empire. The child of this union, Muhammad Saif ud-din I became the first Muslim Sultan of Sambas.
During the colonial period, Sambas remained largely independent and became a center of pirate activity in the early nineteenth century. In 1812 and 1813, the British launched two military expeditions against Sambas, the first one failing and the second one managing to capture Sambas. The Dutch took control in 1819, leading into frequent minglings into succession, deposing and exiling Abu Bakar Tajuddin II to Java.
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Sultanate of Sambas: Key Facts
| Capital | Sambas |
|---|---|
| Religion | Sunni Islam |
| Form of government | absolute monarchy |
| Founded | 1609 |
| Dissolved | 1956 |
Facts from Wikidata Q3109927 (CC0).
Sultanate of Sambas Map Over Time
Dated world maps on which Sultanate of Sambas appears, with the other states of the time.
Sultanate of Sambas Timeline
Key historical inflections from foundation to peak territorial expansion
Expansion to peak recorded area of 5,844 km² in 1820 CE.
Sultanate of Sambas: Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Sultanate of Sambas exist?
The Sultanate of Sambas is dated to 1619 CE – 1821 CE, in the Early Modern & Age of Discovery era.
What was the capital of the Sultanate of Sambas?
The capital of the Sultanate of Sambas was Sambas.
How large was the Sultanate of Sambas at its peak?
At its peak in 1820 the Sultanate of Sambas covered about 5,844 km².
How did the map of the Sultanate of Sambas change over time?
The Sultanate of Sambas appears on 2 dated world maps in the atlas, from 1700 CE to 1800 CE. Each shows its borders in that year next to the other states of the time.
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