Luang Wichitwathakan

Luang Wichitwathakan

Known for: Writing

Born: August 11, 1898

Died: March 31, 1962

Major-General Luang Wichitwathakan (also known as just Wichit Wichitwathakan) was a Thai politician, diplomat, historian, novelist, and playwright. He is credited with changing the name of the country from Siam to Thailand.