PLATE 9. The Heir Apparent

Prince Chulalongkorn in 1861

The eldest son of the Queen Consort and the heir-apparent to the throne. Anna wrote, "For a Siamese, he was a handsome lad; of stature neither noticeably tall nor short; figure symmetrical and compact, and dark complexion. He was, moreover, modest and affectionate, eager to learn, and easy to influence. (EGSC p.154-66)

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