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The year 1966 was the 185th year of the Rattanakosin Kingdom of Thailand. It was the 20th year in the reign of King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), [1] and is reckoned as year 2509 in the Buddhist Era. [2]

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References

  1. "Bhumibol Adulyadej | Facts, Biography, & Reign | Britannica". www.britannica.com. 2023-10-29. Retrieved 2023-11-26.
  2. "1966 is the Year 2509 in Thailand". thailandformats.com. Retrieved 2023-11-26.
  3. 1 2 "His Majesty King Bhumibol and President Lyndon B. Johnson during his official visit to Thailand in 1966". U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Thailand. Retrieved 2023-11-26.