Here's funny note, Mashal Plaek Phibunsongkharm always refer to himself as "Marshal P." Because his name Plaek mean weirdo,strange,freak Which it's what their parents named him for his appearance which he hated it That's why later in life when he became successful he prefer to be called Marshal P.
1 month ago | 14
Wow. I never knew that Thailand became... well, Thailand in 1939! I expected it to be in like the 19th century because of how well Siam stood up against colonialism.
1 month ago | 23
I got it right not because I knew it but I knew a lot of countries changed names and borders around that era in general. The times after WW1 and the falling dynasties of empires led to a lot of changes.
1 month ago | 0
Disappointed I didn't get this right, I have a Siamese mauser that was made when the country was known as Siam.
1 month ago | 1
As a thai, I prefer Siam. It has history. It has culture. Thailand is a name used because a fascist in power wanted to "westernize" us.
1 month ago | 0
Is it possible to join in on any of the events without joining the trip? I live in Bangkok
1 month ago | 1
Could travel there (during more peaceful times) i absolutely would. But i cant really choose when i travel
1 month ago | 1
History of Everything Podcast
When did the kingdom of Siam become Thailand? Also you should travel with me there trovatrip.com/trip/asia/thailand/thailand-with-ste…
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