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
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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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