Rulers in this country's history include one nicknamed Kalagya, whose death resulted in a nine-year interregnum ended by the accession of Narapatisithu, and Tabinshwehti, who founded a dynasty centere
Rulers in this country's history include one nicknamed Kalagya, whose death resulted in a nine-year interregnum ended by the accession of Narapatisithu, and Tabinshwehti, who founded a dynasty centered at Toungoo. Anawrhatra defeated the Mon city of Thaton in 1057, establishing the supremacy of the Pagan kingdom in this country. In the 18th century, Alaungpaya of the Konbaung dynasty conquered Pegu and founded a city whose name means "the end of strife" on the east bank of the Hlaing River. After a series of wars with the British, this country was made a province of India with capital at Rangoon. FTP identify this country whose more recent citizens include Aung San and U Thant.
Rulers in this country's history include one nicknamed Kalagya, whose death resulted in a nine-year interregnum ended by the accession of Narapatisithu, and Tabinshwehti, who founded a dynasty centered at Toungoo.