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1892-1923
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His Royal Highness Prince Chudadhuj Dharadilok, Prince
of Bejraburna, was born on 5 July 1892 at Chudadhuj Throne Hall, Srichang
Island, Thailand. The prince was the 72nd child of His Majesty King Chulalongkorn
and the 8th child of Her Majesty Queen Sri Bajarindra.
Prince Chudadhuj received his education within the palace
walls as all royal princes of Siam did. Afterwards, he read literature
at Cambridge University in England. He was known for his artistic talents,
and spoke English and French fluently. His love was in music, and he played
the piano, violin and viola well. He was also the first Thai to master
the art of playing the harp.
After retuning to Siam, he became principal at the Poh
Chang Art School in Bangkok. At the same time, he was also a Member of
the Privy Council to King Rama VI, and a professor at Chulalongkorn University.
With his tremendous achievements in the arts arena, he is viewed by the
Thais as the "Father of Thai Arts and Crafts."
His Royal Highness was married to Her Serene Highness
Mom Chao Bunchiradara Chudadhuj. His two children were:
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Her Highness Princess Sudasiri Sobha
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His Highness Prince Varananda Dhavaj
His Royal Highness Prince Chudadhuj died on 8 July 1923,
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