Tjakrabirawa Regiment
The Tjakrabirawa Regiment was the presidential bodyguard unit of the former Indonesian President Sukarno. It was disbanded in 1966 because of its involvement in the coup attempt of the 30 September Movement.
| Tjakrabirawa Regiment | |
|---|---|
| Resimen Tjakrabirawa | |
| Active | 6 June 1962–28 March 1966 |
| Country | Indonesia |
| Branch | Army, Navy, Police, and Air Force |
| Type | Protective security unit |
| Role | Protection and escort for the President, and his/her family |
| Size | see Organization |
| Part of | Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) |
| Garrison/HQ | Jakarta |
| Motto(s) | Dirgayu Satyawira (Long-standing Loyal Forces) |
| Beret colour | Brick Red |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | |
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