Prince Mahidol Adulyadej, Prince of Songkhla 1892 – 1929

Biography

Prince Mahidol Adulyadej, Prince of Songkhla, was born on January 1, 1892, in Queen Savang Vadhana’s House, entering a life of royal prominence and responsibility. As a member of Thailand’s royal family, he carried the title of Prince of Songkhla, a designation that reflected his important place within the kingdom’s nobility and his connection to one of Thailand’s significant provinces.

Throughout his life, Prince Mahidol served his country and family with the dignity befitting his station. Though his years on earth were relatively brief, his legacy remained connected to the Thai royal institution and the enduring institutions of his homeland. He passed away on September 24, 1929, at Sa Pathum palace, his life cut short by dysentery at the age of thirty-seven.

Following Thai royal tradition, Prince Mahidol was laid to rest at Wat Pathum Wanaram in the Pathum Wan Subdistrict, a sacred location that honors the memory of those who served the kingdom. His burial place stands as a testament to his royal heritage and his place in Thailand’s history, serving as a space for reflection and remembrance by those who knew and honored him.