Mahn Ba Khaing
Burmese politician and freedom fighter
Born
October 26th, 1903
121 years ago
Died
1947
78 years ago — 44 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Myanmar
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Mahn Ba Khaing was a significant figure in Burmese politics during the colonial era. He played a pivotal role in the fight for independence from British rule. As a member of the Burmese Nationalist Party, he worked towards promoting nationalism and worked closely with other leaders in the independence movement. Khaing was a prominent member of the Aung San government after World War II, contributing to the establishment of a new administration post-independence. He also served as a minister in the first local government formed after independence in 1948.
Played a key role in the Burmese independence movement
Served as a minister in the first local government after 1948
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