Bhumibol Adulyadej - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 05, 1927 |
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| Died | October 13, 2016 (age 88) |
| Birthplace | Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Bhumibol Adulyadej's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Longest-reigning monarch of Thailand; influential role in Thailand's social and political development |
Intro
Bhumibol Adulyadej, also known as King Rama IX, was the King of Thailand from 1946 until his death in 2016. His reign of 70 years made him the longest-serving head of state in Thai history and, at the time, the world's longest-reigning monarch. Deeply respected in Thailand, he was known for his commitment to rural development, social welfare, and stability during turbulent political periods. Bhumibol was a talented musician, painter, and inventor, and played a guiding role in many aspects of Thai society.
Early Life & Background
Bhumibol Adulyadej was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, while his father was studying medicine at Harvard University. He spent his early childhood in the United States and Thailand, and later pursued education in Switzerland. He ascended to the Thai throne in 1946 after the mysterious death of his brother King Ananda Mahidol.
Career Highlights
- Became King of Thailand in 1946 at the age of 18
- Longest-reigning monarch in Thai history, serving for 70 years until 2016
- Instigated and led more than 4,000 development projects focusing on agriculture, water resources, and public health
- Maintained a stabilizing influence during periods of political crisis and coups
- Recognized internationally for his humanitarian efforts, especially in rural development
Trivia
- He was an accomplished jazz musician and composer, and played several instruments.
- Bhumibol was a recipient of numerous international honors and awards.
- He held several patents, including for improvements to boats and artificial rainmaking.
FAQs
People also ask
Bhumibol Adulyadej was born the 5 December 1927.
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About December 5th, 1927, in brief:
- Historical events: The 1927 Illinois Fighting Illini football team, under coach Robert Zuppke, finished the season with a 7–0–1 record, including a 5–0 record in the Big Ten Conference. They were recognized as national champions by several organizations, including the Dickinson System, which ranked them No. 1 in the nation in December 1927.
- Day of the week: December 5th, 1927 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Gaucho directed by F. Richard Jones
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