Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Army

The Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Army (Thai: ผู้บัญชาการทหารบก) is headquartered in Bangkok.The commander of the Royal Thai Army is a powerful position that has at times been the springboard to the premiership.Prior to 1932, the post of Commander of the Siamese Army was combined with that of the Kalahom Department.The Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Army is regarded as the most prestigious Thai military position since he commands the largest force of Thailand.The following individuals have commanded the Royal Thai Army:
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