Michael Aung-Thwin
Historian of Southeast Asian history
Born
1946
80 years ago
Died
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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A historian and scholar specialized in Burmese and Southeast Asian history. Contributed significantly to the understanding of the region's historical narratives. Published works include 'The Mists of Ramanna: Culture and Process in the Restoration of the Burmese Empire' and 'Burmese History in the British Period: 1824-1948'. Played a crucial role in academics and research related to Southeast Asia. Worked at various institutions where scholarship influenced the study of this region.
Published 'The Mists of Ramanna'
Authored works on Burmese history
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