Royal Family of Thailand Old Picture Thread


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Coronation of King Bhumibol

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she looks extremely beautiful in this pic. thanks heaps!
 
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From thread #33, by comparing her young pictures and her middle-aged pictures, it seems to me that the queen did double-eye-lid surgery.
 
On the occassion of King Bhumibol's 60th anniversary on the throne, Belgapic-EPA published several photos of the King's life. Here they are...

1 - Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej and his wife Queen Sirikit during the king's birthday parade in Bangkok, Thailand, in a file picture dated 02 December 2005.
2 - Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej inspecting the royal parade of honour in Bangkok, Thailand, in this file picture dated 02 December 2003.
3 - Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej (L) sits next to Tongdaeng, his favourite dog during a ceremony to launch a dogs only swimming pool and spa at the country's leading veterinary college Kasetsart University, in Bangkok, Thailand, in this file picture dated 06 May 2005.
4 - Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej reads a statement while presiding over an official ceremony where he officially opens Thailand's newly elected parliament, at the Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall, Bangkok, Thailand, in this file picture dated 04 March 2005.
5 - Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej with his wife Queen Sirikit (L) and daughter Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn 19 February 2006. in Bangkok, Thailand.
6 - Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej inspects an honour guard in this file picture dated 19 February 2006 in Bangkok, Thailand.
7 - Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej (R) with one of the famous white Royal elephants in Klaikangwong Palace, Hua Hin, Thailand, in this 2005 file picture.
8 - A handout photo of Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej (R) with one of the famous white Royal elephants in Klaikangwong Palace, Hua Hin, Thailand, in this 2005 file picture.
9 - Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej in the field wipes a drop from his nose during a visit to on one of his royal projects to help people in Thailand in this undated file picture, which is a much loved and popular picture of the King.
10 - An undated handout picture of Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej, a keen photographer, in Bangkok, Thailand.


 
a few more from belgapic-epa :

11 - Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej as he opens a dogs only swimming pool cum spa at the country's leading veterinary college Kasetsart University, in Bangkok Thailand on 06 May 2005. The Thai king is a keen dog lover.
12 - An undated handout photo shows Thai King Bhumibol Aduladej playing trumpet on a boat during his visit to Kaeng Krachan Dam National Park, Phetchaburi, Thailand. The Thai King has a deep love of music, especially jazz.
13 - Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej with his daughter Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn at a ceremony in Bangkok Thailand in this file picture dated 19 October 2004.
14 - Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej (R) with his wife Queen Sirikit in this undated handout picture in Bangkok, Thailand.
15 - A handout photo taken on 5 May 1950 shows Thai King Bhumibol upon performing the coronation ceremony in accordance with the ancient royal tradition at the Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand.
16 - A handout photo taken in 1996 shows Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej during the 50th anniversary celebration on the throne in the Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand.
17 - A royal household handout photo taken in 1969 shows Thai King Bhumibol riding on a horse during his visit to a hilltribe village for his Royal project to help the hilltribe people replace their opium crops with viable alternatives in northern Thailand.

 
This picture taken in 1998 shows Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej (R) harvesting some of the rice at his Royal Initiated Project in the eastern province of Prachinburi. Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej, 04 June 2006 has reigned for 60 years, more than any living monarch, helping to keep the nation unified through a period of often turbulent change. He has few legal powers but wields enormous influence over his people, who revere him with an almost god-like devotion that confounds outsiders more accustomed to the tabloid treatment of European royals.
(AFP/File/Pornchai Kittiwongsakul via yahoo)

 
Next article from Bangkok Post, the second part of "SIX AMAZING DECADES"
some interesting quotes from the article :


“Science and wisdom cannot be separated; you need to use both. Wisdom does not refer only to intellect or academic skill, but also moral intellect, or the ability to judge right from wrong, to be farsighted, and to be almost enlightened to the point of seeing into the future by the light of your wisdom. Wisdom can light your way through the use of reason. Wisdom, when used properly, lets you see the future, because you have seen the past, and its conditions. Considering the people's skills and problems, you can see what the future will hold.” MARCH 5, 1964

“I don't wish to see anybody succumb to anybody else. I am for democracy. But we must create genuine and appropriate democracy. Democracy without wisdom will turn into chaos. And that chaos will develop into anarchy ... we must respect the dignity of humans, the dignity of individuals.We should think of how to promote people's dignity.” DECEMBER 15, 1970

“Heavy development of advanced and more efficient machinery creates joblessness because people are robbed of their jobs by machines ... therefore we should think of tools and plans that are easy and practical, making the most of the energy and other resources available in our country. Such plans may not look glamorous or modern and give not as much in terms of yield, yet the produce obtained would be enough for consumption. More than that, most people will have jobs and be able to earn the decent living they wish for.” OCTOBER 18, 1975

“There are three things that can be provided by our forests: firewood, fruit and wood for building houses. People — both highlanders and lowlanders — have knowledge about these things. They've been working for generations and have done it well. They're clever and know where to grow crops and where the trees should be kept.” FEBRUARY 26, 1981

“Some people say that a royal project cannot be touched. This is a mistaken view, or a view that is not quite right. If a royal project cannot be commented on, Thailand cannot develop. A royal project is a royal opinion..” DECEMBER 4, 1993
 
The Queen really was a beauty when she was younger.
I'm curious... how did the King and Queen meet, and how old were they when they married?
 
I love HM The King more than my life

rchat said:
The Queen really was a beauty when she was younger.
I'm curious... how did the King and Queen meet, and how old were they when they married?

Queen Sirikit (born August 12, 1932), is the wife and Queen Consort of Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), King of Thailand. Her formal name and title is Somdej Phra Nangchao Sirikit Phra Boromarajininat (Her Majesty Queen Sirikit)

HM The Queen Born as Mom Rajawongse Sirikit Kitiyakara, she was the first daughter of Colonel Mom Chao Nakkhatra Mangkala Kitiyakara (who was given the title Prince Chanthaburi Suranath after the royal marriage), a relative and close supporter of the Royal Family, and of Mom Luang Bua Kitiyakara (nee Mom Luang Bua Snidwongse). The title "Mom Rajawongse" indicates that she is a child of a Mom Chao (the most junior class of Thai princes) and thus descended from royalty. Her name, auspiciously granted by King Prajadhipok, means "the illustrious member of Kitiyakara".

Sirikit was born at the house of General Chao Phraya Wongsanuprapat (Mom Rajawongse Staan Snidwongse), her maternal grandfather, in Bangkok and was educated at Saint Francis Xavier, a Catholic convent school. During her childhood her father was successively Thai Ambassador to France, Denmark and the United Kingdom, and Sirikit continued her education in these countries and in Switzerland.

While studying in Switzerland Sirikit met Bhumibol Adulyadej, who although King was then still a minor and also studying in Switzerland. When the King was injured in a motor accident and was in a hospital at Lausanne, Sirikit was a frequent visitor. On July 19, 1949, they were engaged in Lausanne. On March 1950, the King returned to Thailand to take up his royal duties. Sirikit accompanied him and on April 28 the royal wedding took place at Pathumwan Palace.

When the King undertook a period of service as a Buddhist monk in 1956 (as is customary for all Thai Buddhist males), Sirikit became Regent. She performed her duties so satisfactorily that she was made "Somdej Phra Boromarajininat" (Queen Regent) and given the style of "Somdej Phra Nangchao Sirikit Phra Boromarajininat".

Although the marriage was dynastic, it has proved highly successful. The couple have four children

(Formerly HRH) Princess Ubol Ratana, born April 5, 1951 in Lausanne, Switzerland;
HRH Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn, born July 28, 1952;
HRH Crown Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, born April 2, 1955;
HRH Princess Chulabhorn Walailak, born July 4, 1957.

from wikipedia
 
Wonderful information on this interesting royal couple -- especially the King.
 
Opening of the Thai Parliament (old photo)
Photo by Tips Photo

 
The Builder of the Nation
http://www.bangkokpost.com/60yrsthrone/builder/index.html

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Agriculture has been and will remain the backbone of the country. His Majesty has demonstrated personal affinity for rural people.

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CLOCKWISE, FROM RIGHT: Working non-stop to lead the country towards development that is both kind to nature and the majority of rural folk.
A royal visit to one of the agricultural projects under His Majesty’s patronage.
His Majesty's insightful vision on development has been recognized internationally.


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CLOCKWISE, FROM LEFT:
By listening to people's problems, His Majesty has materialized different development approaches which are applicable to each different locality.
Capturing Her Majesty on film presenting a gift to a Karen farmer during a field trip to northern Thailand.
His Majesty's guidance over development has led millions of rural farmers out of debts and poverty.
His Majesty, accompanied by HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, studies a farming plot as part of his unrelenting attempts to give farmers low-cost, effective farm technology
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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: A royal harvest in a demonstration plot initiated by His Majesty.
Their Majesties the King and the Queen inspect a cattle-raising project at Huay Hong Krai Royal Development Study Centre in Chiang Mai.
His Majesty releases fish into Khi Canal during a visit to villagers in Sakon Nakhon province.
The familiar sight of Their Majesties the King and the Queen during a field trip to demonstrate that agriculture and water supply are the keys to national well-being.
Water is the source of life, HM the King repeatedly says, hence water supply is His Majesty’s major concern.
 
Automobiles and toys of the Royal Family

I am seeking information about a Cadillac automobile that was delivered in 1930 to the grandfather (I believe) of current Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn. About 5 years ago, that car was was being cleaned up in Brussels, Belgium, before being returned to Bangkok for the fuller enjoyment of its present, royal owner. My question is this: can someone supply me with a photo of the car (as it looks today) for the "Cadillac Database" which inludes a roster of survivors of these truly superb, sixteen-cylinder automobiles [www.car-nection.com/yann/Dbas_txt/V6srv30.htm]. The attached factory photo is from the "Cadillac Database" (©1930, Cadillac Motor Car Division, General Motors).

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In addition, I seek information about an electric toy automobile gifted by King Rama IV to his great-grandson, Prince Chula Chakrabongse when he was 4 years old. That wonderful toy too is mentioned in my "Cadillac Database": [www.car-nection.com/yann/Dbas_txt/photoy02.htm]. It was restored in the mid-seventies, on behalf of the Thai royal family, by Mr. David Weguelin, CEO of PROJX, The Tabletop Production Company, Ltd. of Piccadilly, London. In the photo [below] are Geoffrey and Mona, children of the toy's maker, Frederick S. Bennett, who was the Cadillac automobile dealer in London (Photo ©1912, Robert C. Maidment and Cadillac&LaSalle Club, Inc.)

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Hi - I've just joined this forum. I'm a British man living in Thailand since 2002. I'm currently following a Master's degree in Thai Studies at Chulalongkorn University.

One of my lesser projects concerns vintage photos of King Chulalongkorn, especially the well-known photos that are often found in houses in Thailand. I do have 'copies' of many of them, but I'm missing a copy of the photo which shows HM relaxing in a chair by a river or lake, and smoking a 'cheroot'. It's a well-known photo and I've seen it in many houses, but now that I actually want a copy of this photo I cannot find one!

Can anyone help?

Thanks - Simon
 
Thank you for opening this thread.

I enjoyed a great deal watching these old photos, and how Thai people loves His Majesty Bhumibol and Queen Sirikit. They are these kind of "old fashioned" Monarchs I always liked.;) I think that people should learn a lot about Asian Monarchies.

The photos are amazing, and I hope there will be more. :)

Oh, by the way...I LOVE the "Royal Dog"! He was adorable! :wub::wub::D

Vanesa.
 
1. the late King Ananda Mahidol (King Rama VIII)
2. King Bhumibol Adulyadej
3. King Bhumibol Adulyadej and the late Queen Mother
4. the late King Ananda Mahidol
6-8 the late King Ananda Mahidol
9-10 King Bhumibol Aduyadej and his brother, the late King Ananda Mahidol

I don't where these pics came from. My friend's just forward these to me.[/COLOR]




I'm really empress about all these image, it's make me fantasy !
 
Her Majesty Queen Silvia of Sweden along with Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn presided over to the inauguration of the newly completed vocational training building which was co-funded by His Majesty Carl Gustaf XVI King of Sweden, April 2010.
**Pic** - credits Pattaya newspaper
 
Old video of Their Majesties King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Queen Sirikit giving an interview in French :

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