Thanom Kittikachorn

Field Marshal and Prime Minister of Thailand

Thanom Kittikachorn - Field Marshal and Prime Minister of Thailand
Born

August 11th, 1911
113 years ago

Died

June 16th, 2004
21 years ago — 92 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Thailand

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Served as the 10th Prime Minister of Thailand, holding office from 1963 to 1973. His tenure was marked by military influence and significant political unrest, culminating in the student-led uprising that led to his resignation. Kittikachorn played a prominent role in developing Thailand's military and governance system during a period defined by Cold War tensions in Southeast Asia. Following his resignation, he lived in exile for over a decade before returning to Thailand in 1980.

Served as Prime Minister of Thailand from 1963 to 1973

Implemented policies promoting military influence in politics

Resigned after the 1973 student uprising

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