Word: thaveesak
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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...ruler, before a coup installed a constitutional monarchy in 1932. The Queen's remains were borne on the traditional 40-ton, gilded teakwood chariot to an ornate cremation pavilion. Though some were critical of the estimated $1.2 million expense, funerals are occasions of the deepest importance to Thais. Explained Thaveesak Senanarong, who organized the spectacle: "Even one's enemies come. It is their last chance to apologize...
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