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unusual facts about King Chulalongkorn



Education in Thailand

The first university is named after King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), and was established by his son and successor King Vajiravudh (Rama VI) in 1917 by combining the Royal Pages School and the College of Medicine.

Muay Thai

The ascension of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) to the throne in 1868 ushered in a golden age not only for muay but for the whole country of Thailand.

Royal Thai Naval Academy

The Royal Thai Naval Academy (Thai: โรงเรียนนายเรือ) was established by His Majesty the King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) in 1898.


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Phra Kiao

When King Chulalongkorn founded the Royal Pages School, he granted permission for the Phra Kiao to be used as the School's cap badge and symbol.

Thai Short Film and Video Festival

The award takes its name from the nickname of Prince Sanbassatra, the brother of King Chulalongkorn who was the first Thai filmmaker and is considered the "Father of Thai Film".