1927–1928
Bhumibol is born on December 5, 1927 in Cambridge, Massachusetts to HRH Prince Mahidol Adulyadej, the Prince of Songkla, and HRH Princess Srinagarindra, the Princess Mother. In 1928, Bhumibol is brought to Thailand. His father passes away a year later
1946
His brother, King Ananda Mahidol, dies from a gunshot wound, which begins a 100-day mourning period. Bhumibol Adulyadej, 18, is named the new king, but returns to Switzerland to continue his studies while his uncle acts as regent
1949–1950
Bhumibol becomes engaged to Mom Rajawongse Sirikit Kitiyakara on July 19, 1949 in Lausanne. On April 28, 1950 Bhumibol marries Sirikit. On May 5, Bhumibol returns to Bangkok and is crowned king at age 22
1970s–1980s
On October 14, 1973, students campaign for the end of the rule of…