Chey Chettha I
Chey Chettha I (1575–1595) was the Cambodian king ruled from 1584 to 1595.
| Chey Chettha I | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King of Cambodia | |||||
| King of Cambodia | |||||
| Reign | 1584–1595 | ||||
| Predecessor | Satha I | ||||
| Successor | Preah Ram I (usurper) | ||||
| Born | 1575 Cambodia | ||||
| Died | 1595 Stung Treng | ||||
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| House | Varman Dynasty | ||||
| Father | Satha I | ||||
| Mother | Queen Chakrapati | ||||
| Religion | Buddhism | ||||
Chey Chettha was the second son of Satha I. He was appointed the heir apparent when he was eleven. He was crowned by his father in 1584.[1]
In 1594, Cambodia was attacked by Siamese. After Siamese army reaching Lovek, Chey Chettha assumed his uncle Soryopor the direct command of the defenses.[2]
Chey Chetta fled the capital together with his father Satha, first to Srey Santhor, then to Stung Treng. He died there in 1596 without heir.
References
- Chandler, David P. (2008). A history of Cambodia (4th ed.). Westview Press. p. 99–100. ISBN 0813343631.
- Jumsai, Manich (1976). "King Tilokarat (1441–1485)". Popular History of Thailand. Bangkok, Thailand: Claremint. p. 222–223. ASIN B002DXA1MO.
Chey Chettha I Varman Dynasty Born: 1575 Died: 1595 | ||
| Regnal titles | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Satha I |
King of Cambodia 1584–1595 |
Succeeded by Preah Ram I |
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