Phraya Phichai
Phraya Phichai (Thai: พระยาพิชัย), or popularly known as Phraya Phichai Dap Hak (th: พระยาพิชัยดาบหัก; lit: Phraya Phichai of the broken sword) (1741 – 1782) was a historic Siamese nobleman of Mon descent who served as a military leader under King Taksin of Thonburi. He legendarily became known for fighting with a sword in each hand until one was broken.
Phraya Phichai พระยาพิชัย | |
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Monument of Phraya Phichai Dap Hak, in front of Uttaradit City Hall. | |
| Nickname(s) | Choi (จ้อย) |
| Born | 1741 Ban Huai Kha, Phichai, Uttaradit Province, Ayutthaya Kingdom |
| Died | 7 April 1782 Thonburi, Rattanakosin Kingdom |
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