Thai Military History
WWI
Military Tools & Ranks
100

What is the name of Thailand’s national army?

The Royal Thai Army.

100

What year did World War I begin?

1914

100

What do soldiers use to protect their heads?

A helmet.

200

Who was King Naresuan famous for fighting against?

The Burmese.

200

Which countries were part of the Allies in WWI? (Name two)

France and the United Kingdom.

200

What is a “sergeant”?

A mid-level officer in the army.

300

In which century did Thailand begin modernizing its military?

The 19th century (1800s).

300

What kind of warfare was common in WWI?

Trench warfare.

300

What does a “medic” do in the military?

They help and treat wounded soldiers.

400

What was the main reason Thailand joined World War II on Japan’s side?

To avoid invasion and keep independence.

400

What event caused the U.S. to join the war?

The sinking of the Lusitania and the Zimmerman Telegram.

400

What is a “tank”?

A heavy armored vehicle with a large gun.

500

What is the name of Thailand’s elite special forces unit?

The Royal Thai Army Special Warfare Command.

500

Which empire collapsed after WWI?

The Austro-Hungarian Empire.

500

What is a "recon mission"?

A secret mission to collect information.

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