Chief of the Royal Thai Army | |
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ผู้บัญชาการทหารบก | |
since 1 October 2024 | |
Member of | Royal Thai Army |
Reports to | Minister of Defence |
Nominator | Minister of Defence |
Appointer | King of Thailand |
Term length | Until retired |
Inaugural holder | Prince Damrong Rajanubhab |
Formation | 8 April 1887 |
Website | Thai Army Commander |
The Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Army (Thai: ผู้บัญชาการทหารบก) is headquartered in Bangkok. The commander of the Royal Thai Army is a powerful position that has at times been the springboard to the premiership. Prior to 1932, the post of Commander of the Siamese Army was combined with that of the Kalahom Department. The Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Army is regarded as the most prestigious Thai military position since he commands the largest force of Thailand.
The following individuals have commanded the Royal Thai Army: