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Sao Shwe Thaik

First President of Burma and Last Saopha of Yawnghwe

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Sao Shwe Thaik was a Burmese politician who served as the first president of the Union of Burma and the last Saopha of Yawnghwe. His full royal title was Kambawsarahta Thiri Pawaramahawuntha Thudamaraza. He was a well-respected Shan political figure in Burma. His residence in Nyaung Shwe (Yawnghwe), the Haw, is now the "Buddha Museum" and is open to the public.

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Born
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Place of birth
Yawnghwe wd
Died
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Place of death
Yangon wd
Citizenship
Myanmar wd
Occupation
politician wd
Political party
Anti-Fascist People's Freedom League wd
Spouse
Sao Nang Hearn Kham wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Myanmar (4 January 1948 – 16 March 1952)

Questions

When was Sao Shwe Thaik born?
Sao Shwe Thaik was born on 16 October 1896 in Yawnghwe.
What positions has Sao Shwe Thaik held?
Positions held by Sao Shwe Thaik include: President of Myanmar (1948–1952).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Sao Shwe Thaik · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q3034878 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Sao Shwe Thaik.jpg by Unknown author Unknown author (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 6 November 2026

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