Praphas Charusathian
Thai politician
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history of Thailand
- In Thailand: Military dictatorship, economic growth, and the reemergence of the monarchy
his successors, Thanom Kittikachorn and Praphas Charusathian, who jointly held power throughout the decade following Sarit’s death. Their rule was, nonetheless, also characterized by the continuing growth of the Thai economy. During the 1960s Thailand became increasingly involved with the United States in the Vietnam War. By 1969 Thailand had…
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