WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Thailand is the only southeast Asian country never have been taken over by a European power. A bloodless revolution in 1932 led to a constitutional monarchy. In alliance with Japan during World War II, Thailand became a US ally following the conflict.

Detailed explanation-2: -Thailand’s position in Southeast Asia is considered unique since it was the only country in Southeast Asia that was not colonialized by either French and British Empire.

Detailed explanation-3: -Thailand was never colonized by Europeans. Thailand managed this feat by selectively ceding some Malay territories to the British and through the clever use of negotiations. During WWII, Thailand was allied with Japan, so technically it was never conquered.

Detailed explanation-4: -Modern History When European colonial powers threatened in the 19th and 20th centuries, Thailand managed to escape as the only country not to fall under colonial rule. This was due to a compromise between the French and British to keep it as a neutral territory between them.

Detailed explanation-5: -Thailand, officially the Kingdom of Thailand, formerly known as Siam, is a country located at the centre of the Indochina peninsula in Southeast Asia.