Events tagged with "plaek phibunsongkhram"

Historical Events tagged with "plaek phibunsongkhram"

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Military & Warfare

Thailand Declares War on the USA and UK

January 25th, 1942 83 years ago

Thailand officially declared war on the United States and the United Kingdom following the Japanese invasion of the country. This event marked Thailand's alignment with the Axis powers during World War II. The declaration came after a brief and tumultuous period during which Thailand's military was under pressure from Japan's occupying forces. Despite the seemingly unilateral decision, Thailand sought to maintain sovereignty while navigating the complexities of alliances amidst the wartime landscape.