Tabinshwehti

Burmese king and military leader

Tabinshwehti - Burmese king and military leader
Born

April 16th, 1516
508 years ago

Died

April 30th, 1550
474 years ago — 34 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Myanmar

Links & References

Ascended to the throne in 1531, established the Taungoo dynasty. Initiated numerous military campaigns to unify Burma, including successful conquests over Ava and Prome. Implemented administrative reforms that strengthened the central government and improved trade. His reign marked a significant period of expansion and consolidation in the territory that would become modern-day Myanmar.

Unified several Burmese kingdoms

Established the Taungoo dynasty

Introduced administrative reforms

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