Thursday, February 14, 2008

Top Ten List of the accomplishments of the Chakri Kings of Thailand

1. Consititutional Monarchy / Democracy (Rama VII, King Prajadhipok Phra Pok Klao Chaoyuhua)
* Lays the blueprints how Thailand is run today, and give voice to the people allowing more love to go around.
2. Bangkok as Capital (Rama I, King Buddha Yot Fa Chulalok)
* Increase economical gain and improved defense.
3. Common people are allowed to see the king ( Rama IV, King Mongkut – Phra Chom Klao)
* It shows that the king is a more approachable figure and people are no longer killed when they look at the king.
4. Abolished Slavery (Rama V, King Chulalongkorn Phra Chulachomklao – Piya Maharaj)
* Equality and Freedom
5. Grand Palace (Rama I, King Buddha Yot Fa Chulalok)
* Establish a symbol of hope and power for the people.
6. Thai Flag Made (Rama VI, King Vajiravudh Phra Mongkut Klao Chaoyuhua)
* Better image of the country and give a symbol to the world.
7. Chulalongkorn University (Rama VI, King Vajiravudh Phra Mongkut Klao Chaoyuhua)
* Further studies for Thai citizens and important reform in education.
8. Visited every province of Thailand (Rama IX, King Bhumibol Adulyadej)
* Gain knowledge about peasant life, and improve their enviroment and quality of life.
9. Ramakien Written (Rama I, King Buddha Yot Fa Chulalok)
* Important accomplishment of Thai literature and mythology.
10. Supported the Allies in WWII (Rama VI, King Vajiravudh Phra Mongkut Klao Chaoyuhua)
* Give thailand a place in the world and give thailand a good relationship between world powers.

By = Song Yee, Benz and Nut

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