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Also Known As Chao Phraya Chakkri • Phraphutthayotfa Chulalok
Born March 21, 1737 • Ayutthaya • Thailand
Died September 7, 1809 (aged 72) • Bangkok • Thailand
Title / Office king (1782-1809), Thailand
Founder Chakkri dynasty
House / Dynasty Chakkri dynasty
Notable Family Members son Rama II

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