King of Siam, coronation
The coronation of the King of Siam took place on December 2nd 1911 in Bangkok, in the capital and chief port of King Vajiravudh's kingdom. The King of Siam Reviewing his Troops their uniforms give them a Russian appearance. Members of the British Crown are seen The group includes, from left to right, standing: Vice-Admiral Hon. Stanley Colville, Prince Alexander of Teck, and Lieut.-General Sir James Grierson. Seated on left is Lady Adelaide Colville and on right Princess Alexander of Teck. The crowned king was Vajiravudh, also known as King Rama VI, he was the sixth monarch of Siam under the Chakri dynasty, ruling from 1910 until his death in 1925. King Vajiravudh is known for his efforts to create and promote Siamese nationalism
Picture No
13743941
Media ID
46790584
Size
3351px x 5000px
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Credit
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Source
Unattributed photograph, The Sphere, January 13, 1912, front cover
Date
1911
