When was Pridi Banomyong born?

Pridi Banomyong was born on 11 May 1900 in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya.

What positions has Pridi Banomyong held?

Positions held by Pridi Banomyong include: Prime Minister of Thailand (1946–1946); Minister of Finance of Thailand (1946–1946); Minister of Finance of Thailand.

Where did Pridi Banomyong study?

Pridi Banomyong was educated at University of Paris, Ayutthaya Wittayalai School.

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Pridi Banomyong

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Thai prime minister (1900-1983)

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Pridi Banomyong, also known by his noble title Luang Praditmanutham, was a Thai lawyer, professor, activist, politician, democratic socialist, and senior statesman. He served in multiple ministerial posts, as regent, and as prime minister in Thailand. He led the civilian wing of Khana Ratsadon, and helped found the University of Moral and Political Sciences and the Bank of Thailand.

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Born: 11 May 1900 wd
Place of birth: Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya wd
Died: 2 May 1983 wd
Place of death: Antony wd
Citizenship: Thailand wd
Occupation: statesperson, lawyer, screenwriter, jurist, head of government, politician wd
Education: University of Paris, Ayutthaya Wittayalai School wd
Spouse: Poonsuk Banomyong wd

Positions held wd

Prime Minister of Thailand (24 March 1946 – 23 August 1946)
Minister of Finance of Thailand (24 March 1946 – 11 June 1946)
Minister of Finance of Thailand

Awards wd

Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George
Order of the Rising Sun, 1st class
Grand Cordon of the Order of Leopold
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Vasa
Order of the German Eagle
Order of the Nine Gems
Order of Chula Chom Klao
Order of the White Elephant
Order of the Crown of Thailand
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus
Medal of Freedom

Questions

When was Pridi Banomyong born?: Pridi Banomyong was born on 11 May 1900 in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya.
What positions has Pridi Banomyong held?: Positions held by Pridi Banomyong include: Prime Minister of Thailand (1946–1946); Minister of Finance of Thailand (1946–1946); Minister of Finance of Thailand.
Where did Pridi Banomyong study?: Pridi Banomyong was educated at University of Paris, Ayutthaya Wittayalai School.

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