Makmun Murod
![Official portrait, 1977](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/7e/Makmun_Murod%2C_1977.png)
Makmun Murod was born in Baturaja, South Sumatra, on 24 December 1924, during Dutch rule. He was educated at the Hollandsch-Inlandsche School, and graduated in 1939. He joined the People's Security Agency, following the proclamation of Independence. During the Indonesian National Revolution, he served in the military. Following the end of the revolution, he remained in the military. He rose through the ranks, until he became the Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Army.
Makmun Murod died on 13 September 2011 at 12:45 at Pertamina Central Hospital, due to respiratory problems. He was buried in Kalibata Heroes' Cemetery. Provided by Wikipedia
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