Bhumibol Adulyadej

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Bhumibol Adulyadej born?December 5, 1927
2. Where was Bhumibol Adulyadej born?Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
3. How long is Bhumibol Adulyadej?70 years and 126 days
4. What is the ascended to throne?June 9, 1946
5. What is the economic peak period?1985-1994 (fastest-growing economy)
6. Who was King Bhumibol Adulyadej?He was the king of Thailand, known as Rama IX, who ruled for over 70 years. He was born in the United States and grew up in Switzerland.

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Democratization: The process of a country transitioning to a more democratic political system.