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Name: Taksin the Great

Type: Ruler

Role: King

Polity: Kingdom of Chiang Mai

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Taksin the Great was the king of the Kingdom of Thonburi from 1767 to 1782. During his reign, he successfully defended his kingdom against the Burmese in the Burmese-Siamese War of 1767-1768, reclaiming the independence of Siam. He also led his forces in the Siamese-Vietnamese War of 1771-1772, defeating the Vietnamese and expanding his territory. Taksin's military prowess and strategic leadership allowed him to consolidate his power and establish a strong and prosperous kingdom.

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