Thailand: King Rama VI, Vajiravudh (1 January 1881 – 25 November 1925), 6th monarch of the Chakri Dynasty. Oil on canvas painting, early 20th century. Phra Bat Somdet Phra Poramentharamaha Vajiravudh Phra Mongkut Klao Chao Yu Hua, or Phra Bat Somdet Phra Ramathibodi Si Sintharamaha Vajiravudh Phra Mongkut Klao Chao Yu Hua, or Rama VI, was the sixth monarch of Siam under the House of Chakri, ruling from 1910 until his death. Vajiravudh is known for his efforts to create and promote Siamese nationalism. His reign was characterised by Siam's movement further towards democracy.

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