How & Why Did Thailand Largely Avoid Getting Colonized?

How & Why Did Thailand Largely Avoid Getting Colonized?

Author: Francis Tapon August 3, 2024 Duration: 2:25

Every country has been colonized or occupied, including Thailand. However, Thailand is one of the handful of countries that did not get formally colonized for an extended period. 
Why?
How?
I answer that question in this 2-minute video.


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