Establishment of Timor-Leste Defence Force

Date: February 1, 2001 • Location: Rome, Italy

The Timor-Leste Defence Force is the military of Timor-Leste. The F-FDTL was established in February 2001 and comprises two infantry battalions, small naval and air components and several supporting units.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in Italy's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.