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Territorial Exchange

When
1859
Where
Timor Island
Part of
Portugal and the Netherlands divide the island of Timor

Portugal ceded territories on Flores, Adonara, and Solor, while the Netherlands ceded Maubara, Ambeno, and Ataúro to Portugal.

By the treaty, Portugal ceded Larantuca, Sicca, and Paga on the island of Flores, Wouré on Adonara, and Pamung Kaju on Solor. In return, the Netherlands ceded the kingdoms of Maubara and Ambeno on Timor, as well as the island of Ataúro.

Sources

  1. Treaty of Lisbon (1859) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-01-11

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