Plaek Phibunsongkhram

1897–1964 (age 67)

Biography

Plaek Phibunsongkhram was a prominent Thai military leader and statesman who served as Prime Minister of Thailand and wielded considerable influence over the nation's political and military affairs during the twentieth century. His tenure was marked by significant policies and initiatives that shaped Thailand's development.

Phibunsongkhram is remembered at Wat Phra Si Mahathat, where he was laid to rest in 1964. His legacy remains a significant part of Thailand's modern history, reflecting the complex role he played in the nation's political evolution.

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