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]
Incumbents
- King: Bhumibol Adulyadej[3]
- Crown Prince: (vacant)
- Prime Minister: Thanom Kittikachorn
- Supreme Patriarch: Ariyavongsagatanana V
Events
October
- 27-30 October - His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej welcomed U.S. President Lyndon Johnson for a State Visit.[3]
December
- 9-20 December - The 1966 Asian Games are held in Bangkok.
References
- ^ "Bhumibol Adulyadej | Facts, Biography, & Reign | Britannica". www.britannica.com. 2023-10-29. Retrieved 2023-11-26.
- ^ "1966 is the Year 2509 in Thailand". thailandformats.com. Retrieved 2023-11-26.
- ^ a b "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.
