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Rama I

King of Siam (1737–1809)

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Phutthayotfa Chulalok, posthumously honoured as King Phutthayotfa Chulalok the Great, also known by his regnal name Rama I, was the founder of the Rattanakosin Kingdom and the first King of Siam from the reigning Chakri dynasty. He ascended the throne in 1782, following the deposition of King Taksin of Thonburi. He was also celebrated as the founder of Rattanakosin as the new capital of the reunited kingdom.

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Born
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Place of birth
Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya wd
Died
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Place of death
Bangkok wd
Citizenship
Thailand wd
Occupation
sovereign wd
Spouse
Amarindra wd

Positions held wd

  • King of Thailand (6 April 1782 – 7 September 1809)

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When was Rama I born?
Rama I was born on 20 March 1737 in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya.
What positions has Rama I held?
Positions held by Rama I include: King of Thailand (1782–1809).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Rama I · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q310992 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Buddha Yodfa Chulaloke portrait.jpg by Unknown author Unknown author (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 7 November 2026

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