Preah Ram I
King of Cambodia
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Preah Ram I (1544–May 1596), also known as Reamea Chung Prey,[1] was the Cambodian king ruled from 1594 to 1596.[1]
| Preah Ram I | |||||
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| King of Cambodia | |||||
| Reign | 1594–1596 | ||||
| Predecessor | Chey Chettha I | ||||
| Successor | Preah Ram II | ||||
| Born | 1544 Cambodia | ||||
| Died | 1596 (aged 51–52) Sri Sundhara, Cambodia | ||||
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| Religion | Buddhism | ||||
History
In 1594, Cambodia was attacked by Siamese, Chey Chettha I and Satha I fled the capital. Preah Ram I seized the throne during the absence of the king. In May 1596, he was killed at Sri Sundhara by the Portuguese and Spanish troops of Diogo Veloso and Blas Ruiz.[citation needed]
