The Story of Myanmar: Kingdoms, Conflict, and Military Rule — Fexingo History

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  The Pyu City-States: Myanmar's Lost Bronze Age Kingdoms 27.09.2026 10นาที

  Long before the Konbaung dynasty or British colonial rule, the Irrawaddy River valley was home to the Pyu city-states. This episode explores the archaeological treasures of Sri Ksetra, Beikthano, and Halin, revealing a sophisticated urban civilization that flourished between the first and tenth centuries CE. We examine how these cities became crucial nodes in the maritime trade routes connecting India, China, and Southeast Asia, importing gold, silk, and Theravada Buddhism while exporting gems and spices. Lucas and Luna discuss the distinct Pyu script, the influence of Nanzhao invasions, and the eventual absorption of Pyu culture into the rising Bamar kingdoms. Discover how the bronze bells, golden reliquaries, and intricate water management systems of the Pyu laid the foundational cultural and economic groundwork for modern Myanmar. #PyuCivilization #SriKsetra #Beikthano #Halin #MyanmarHistory #SoutheastAsiaHistory #IrrawaddyRiver #TheravadaBuddhism #BronzeAge #AncientCities #NanzhaoInvasion #BamarCulture #Archaeology #MaritimeTrade #PyuScript #GoldenReliquaries #FexingoHistory #History Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  The Pyu City-States: Myanmar’s Lost Bronze Age 26.09.2026 6นาที

  Before the rise of the Burman-speaking Konbaung Dynasty or the expansive Taungoo Empire, the Irrawaddy River valley was home to the Pyu city-states, a sophisticated Bronze Age civilization that thrived from roughly the second century BCE to the ninth century CE. This episode explores Sri Ksetra, Beikthano, and Halin, tracing how these urban centers became crucial nodes in the maritime and overland trade routes connecting India and China. We look at the unique Pyu script, their Theravada Buddhist practices which predate widespread adoption elsewhere in Southeast Asia, and the mysterious decline that allowed the Bamar people to eventually fill the power vacuum. By examining archaeological finds like the Golden Reliquary and analyzing Sanskrit inscriptions, we uncover a culture defined by religious tolerance, artistic refinement, and complex hydraulic engineering that laid the spiritual and political groundwork for modern Myanmar. #PyuCivilization #SriKsetra #Beikthano #Halin #MyanmarHistory #SoutheastAsiaHistory #BronzeAge #TheravadaBuddhism #IrrawaddyRiver #AncientKingdoms #Archaeology #BurmaHistory #TradeRoutes #PyuScript #GoldenReliquary #NanzhaoInvasion #FexingoHistory #History Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  The Last King of Burma and the Fall of Konbaung 25.09.2026 9นาที

  In this episode, we turn our attention to Thibaw Min, the final monarch of the Konbaung Dynasty, whose reign ended not with a battle on the field, but with a diplomatic coup in Mandalay. We explore how British imperial ambition, fueled by fears of French influence and local resistance to economic monopolies, led to the annexation of Upper Burma in 1885. Lucas walks us through the tense atmosphere in the royal court, the role of Colonel Burney, and the shocking arrest of the king and his family. Luna helps us understand the cultural shock of exile and the enduring legacy of the Konbaung line, tracing the path from the golden pagodas of Shwe Dagon to the quiet confinement of Ratnagiri in India. #ThibawMin #KonbaungDynasty #BurmaHistory #MyanmarHistory #ColonialBurma #BritishRaj #MandalayPalace #ShwedagonPagoda #ColonelBurney #AnnexationOfBurma #RatnagiriExile #Supayalat #BamarCulture #SoutheastAsiaHistory #Imperialism #FexingoHistory #HistoryPodcast #AsianHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  Pyu City-States: Myanmar's Lost Bronze Age Kingdoms 24.09.2026 10นาที

  Long before the Konbaung Dynasty built Mandalay or the British carved up Rangoon, a network of sophisticated urban centers thrived in central Myanmar. This episode explores the Pyu city-states — specifically Beikthano, Sri Ksetra, and Halin — which dominated the Irrawaddy valley from the 2nd century BCE to the 9th century CE. We trace how these Buddhist kingdoms developed unique writing systems, intricate bronze casting techniques, and complex irrigation networks that supported large populations. Lucas and Luna examine the archaeological evidence left behind, including the famous gold leaf inscriptions and the massive brick stupas that still dot the landscape. We also look at the gradual decline of the Pyu people following repeated invasions by the Nanzhao kingdom from modern-day Yunnan, and how their cultural legacy was absorbed into the emerging Burman and Mon civilizations. The conversation delves into the mystery of their script, the influence of Indian trade routes, and why these cities were abandoned rather than destroyed. By understanding the Pyu era, we gain crucial context for the religious and political structures that would define Myanmar for centuries. #Pyu #SriKsetra #Beikthano #Halin #Nanzhao #IrrawaddyValley #BronzeAge #MyanmarHistory #SoutheastAsiaHistory #BuddhistKingdoms #Archaeology #AncientCities #Burma #IndianOceanTrade #TheravadaBuddhism #PyuScript #Stupas #FexingoHistory #History Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  The Silent War: Burma's Cold War Between India and China 23.09.2026 6นาที

  In the decades following independence, Myanmar’s foreign policy was not merely a matter of national pride but a desperate balancing act between two giants. This episode explores how U Nu’s government navigated the treacherous waters of the Cold War, initially leaning toward the West through SEATO before pivoting sharply toward Beijing after the Sino-Indian War of 1962. We examine the pivotal role of General Ne Win’s 1962 coup, which formalized the 'Burmese Way to Socialism' not just as an economic model but as a geopolitical strategy to maintain sovereignty amidst external pressure. The narrative highlights the complex relationship with Indian refugees from the Rakhine state, the strategic ambiguity that allowed Burma to remain non-aligned in name while deepening ties with the Soviet Union and China, and the internal ideological battles that defined this era. Listeners will encounter key figures like Thakin Than Tun, the shifting alliances of the Non-Aligned Movement, and the specific diplomatic incidents that tested Yangon’s resolve against both New Delhi and Washington. #MyanmarHistory #ColdWarAsia #NeWin #U_Nu #Burmese_Way_to_Socialism #Sino_Indian_War #SEATO #NonAlignedMovement #Burma_Foreign_Policy #Thakin_Than_Tun #Yangon_Diplomacy #Rakhine_Refugees #Asian_Cold_War #FexingoHistory #HistoryPodcast #SoutheastAsia #MilitaryRule #Geopolitics Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  The 1988 Uprising: Myanmar's Fire and Fracture 22.09.2026 4นาที

  This episode examines the pivotal August 1988 uprising in Burma, now Myanmar, when a student-led protest movement against Ne Win’s economic mismanagement escalated into a nationwide demand for democracy. We trace how the military junta, led by General Saw Maung, responded with brutal force, resulting in thousands of deaths before Aung San Suu Kyi emerged from house arrest to lead the opposition. The narrative explores the cultural significance of the white flag, the role of Buddhist monks in legitimizing dissent, and the international isolation that followed the crackdown. By focusing on the specific events of August 8th and the immediate aftermath, we uncover how this moment shattered decades of isolationist policy and set the stage for decades of political turmoil. Listeners will learn about the key figures who stood on the front lines, the symbolic power of the three-finger salute’s precursors, and why the world’s response was largely muted despite the scale of the violence. #MyanmarHistory #1988Uprising #AungSanSuuKyi #NeWin #SawMaung #BurmaDemocracy #SoutheastAsia #MilitaryRule #StudentProtests #BuddhistMonks #HumanRights #PoliticalHistory #AsianHistory #FexingoHistory #History #Dictatorship #CivilDisobedience #GlobalPolitics Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  The Konbaung Dynasty's Forgotten Economic Engine 21.09.2026 8นาที

  We often hear about the martial prowess of the Konbaung kings and the spiritual grandeur of Shwedagon, but we rarely discuss how Myanmar actually paid for it all. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the intricate world of Burma’s pre-colonial economy. We look at the vital role of the Irrawaddy River as a commercial artery, the controversial practice of debt bondage known as 'kaun', and the complex trade networks that connected Mandalay to China and India. From the silk roads of the Shan States to the teak forests managed by royal officials, we uncover the administrative machinery behind the empire’s wealth. This isn't just a story of battles; it's a story of ledgers, labor, and the daily survival of millions under the shadow of the golden pagoda. #KonbaungDynasty #MyanmarHistory #BurmesEconomy #ShwedagonPagoda #IrrawaddyRiver #DebtBondage #KaunSystem #MandalayKingdom #BurmeseTrade #TeakIndustry #SilkRoadAsia #SoutheastAsianHistory #PreColonialBurma #RoyalCensus #YazawinChronicles #BamarCulture #FexingoHistory #HistoryPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  U Nu and the Burmese Way to Socialism 20.09.2026 5นาที

  In this episode, we explore the complex legacy of U Nu, Myanmar’s first Prime Minister after independence from British rule. Unlike his predecessor Aung San, who was assassinated before he could lead, U Nu navigated the fragile early years of sovereignty with a mix of democratic idealism and Buddhist conservatism. We examine how his government attempted to implement the 'Burmese Way to Socialism' long before Ne Win’s military coup formalized it, creating a unique hybrid of state-controlled economy and Theravada Buddhist morality. The conversation delves into the political tensions between the AFPFL coalition, the rising influence of military leaders like Ne Win, and the cultural shift that saw Buddhism re-entered public life in ways that alienated ethnic minorities. We also look at the economic struggles of the 1950s, the land reform debates, and the eventual fragmentation of the anti-fascist alliance that paved the way for the 1962 coup. This is not just a story of failed democracy, but of a nation trying to define its identity in the shadow of empire and civil war. #U Nu #Burmese Way to Socialism #AFPFL #Ne Win #Myanmar History #Southeast Asia #Theravada Buddhism #British Burma #Aung San #Konbaung Dynasty #Burma Independence #Political History #Military Coup #Asian Studies #FexingoHistory #History Podcast #Cold War Asia #Democratic Failure Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  The Taikshin Schism: How Monks Split Burma 19.09.2026 7นาที

  In 1903, the British colonial administration in Burma attempted to unify the Buddhist Sangha under a single administrative body, triggering what became known as the Great Buddhist Schism. This episode explores how this bureaucratic move fractured the monastic community into two rival factions: the Ramedda and the Dhammayyika orders. We examine the role of U Ottama, a charismatic monk who challenged both colonial authority and traditional hierarchy, and his subsequent arrest which ignited widespread nationalist sentiment. The conversation also details the political maneuvering of figures like U Zan, the head of the Ramedda order, and how the schism inadvertently created a unified platform for Burmese anti-colonial resistance. By looking at the Vinaya disputes and the resulting riots in Rangoon, we see how religious division became the catalyst for modern Myanmar nationalism, setting the stage for the Thakin movement decades later. #MyanmarHistory #BuddhistSchism #UOttama #ColonialBurma #SanghaHistory #Dhammayyika #Ramedda #VinayaDispute #BritishEmpire #SoutheastAsiaHistory #MonasticPolitics #ThakinMovement #BurmaNationalism #RangoonUnrest #UZan #FexingoHistory #HistoryPodcast #AsianHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  Aung San's Shadow: The General Who Never Ruled 18.09.2026 9นาที

  This episode explores the tragic arc of Aung San, the charismatic leader who united Burma’s ethnic groups against British rule but was assassinated just months before independence. We examine the Panglong Agreement of 1947, where Aung San promised federal autonomy to the Shan, Kachin, and Chin peoples in exchange for their support in a unified Burma. Through the lens of his assassination on July 19, 1947, by political rivals within his own cabinet, we analyze how his death created a power vacuum that Ne Win and the military later filled. The narrative delves into the specific dynamics of the Anti-Fascist People's Freedom League, the role of U Saw, and the lingering question of whether a living Aung San could have prevented decades of civil war. We look at primary accounts from the Hluttaw debates and the personal letters he wrote to his family during those final, fragile months of negotiation. #AungSan #PanglongAgreement #BurmaHistory #MyanmarPolitics #NeWin #USee #AntiFascistPeopleFreedomLeague #ShanStates #KonbaungDynasty #BritishRaj #SoutheastAsia #Colonialism #CivilWar #MilitaryRule #1947Assassination #Hluttaw #EthnicConflict #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  The 1942 Rangoon Massacre and the Burmese Dilemma 17.09.2026 8นาที

  While earlier episodes covered the Konbaung dynasty’s fall and WWII’s broader theater, this episode zooms in on a single, devastating week: March 1942 in Rangoon. We explore how British colonial forces abandoned their own troops, leading to the collapse of city defenses and the subsequent chaos that allowed Japanese troops to enter. But the real story is what happened next: the complex reaction of the local population, the rise of Aung San and the Thirty Comrades, and the tragic irony of seeking independence through alliance with an occupying force. Through the lens of the Rangoon Massacre and the immediate aftermath, we examine how ordinary Burmese navigated betrayal, violence, and the desperate hope for sovereignty during the darkest days of the Pacific War. #RangoonMassacre #MyanmarHistory #AungSan #ThirtyComrades #JapaneseOccupation #BurmaCampaign #WWIIPacific #ColonialLegacy #BritishArmyRetreat #KonbaungFall #SoutheastAsiaWar #BurmeseIndependence #ArchibaldWavell #JapaneseImperialArmy #AntiFascistLeague #MilitaryRuleOrigins #FexingoHistory #History Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  The Great Buddhist Schism: How Myanmar's Monks Split a Nation 16.09.2026 7นาที

  In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the pivotal 1920s Dhammayyika movement that fractured Burmese Buddhism and ignited modern nationalism. We trace how U Ottama, a charismatic monk, challenged the traditional Vinaya rules regarding the handling of money, sparking a debate that drew in intellectuals like Thakin Kodaw Hmaing. This schism wasn't just theological; it was political, pitting conservative monastic authorities against reformers who saw religious purity as the foundation for anti-colonial resistance. The conversation covers the key figures of the two factions, the role of the Kyaung system in community life, and how this internal division shaped Burma's path toward independence. By examining the specific arguments over monetary transactions and ritual purity, we uncover how a dispute within the saffron robes became a catalyst for one of Southeast Asia’s most significant social upheavals. #Dhammayyika #UOttama #BurmeseNationalism #Thakins #MonkMovement #VinayaRules #MyanmarHistory #ColonialBurma #ThakinKodawHmaing #BuddhistSchism #SoutheastAsiaHistory #ReligiousReform #KonbaungLegacy #AntiColonialism #FexingoHistory #HistoryPodcast #BurmeseCulture #1920sBurma Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  The Burmese Spider and the Fall of Konbaung 15.09.2026 6นาที

  In 1887, a young woman named Ditta climbed the spire of the Shwedagon Pagoda in Rangoon and jumped to her death. Her act was not one of despair, but a calculated political protest against British colonial rule. This episode explores the story of Ditta, often called the 'Burmese Spider,' whose suicide sparked a wave of nationalist sentiment that would echo for decades. We examine how the British misinterpreted her final words as madness rather than martyrdom, missing the deeper cultural significance of her gesture. Through the lens of this single event, we look at the complex relationship between the fallen Konbaung court, the emerging Buddhist intelligentsia, and the British administration’s struggle to maintain control over a deeply religious population. The narrative reveals how spiritual authority could challenge imperial power more effectively than any army, setting the stage for future resistance movements led by figures like U Thwin and the Thirty Comrades. #Ditta #ShwedagonPagoda #KonbaungDynasty #BritishBurma #BurmeseNationalism #SuicideProtest #ColonialHistory #MyanmarHistory #Rangoon #1880s #Thagyamin #NatSpirits #ImperialMistakes #BuddhistResistance #HistoricalMartyr #SoutheastAsia #FexingoHistory #History Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  The Taungoo Empire: Burma's Golden Age of Expansion 14.09.2026 10นาที

  Before the Konbaung dynasty rose from Shwebo, there was the Taungoo Empire, a sprawling military machine that conquered most of mainland Southeast Asia. This episode explores how King Bayinnaung transformed a small frontier kingdom into the largest empire in the region’s history through relentless campaigns and innovative administration. We trace his brutal but effective subjugation of the Mon kingdoms, the fall of Ayutthaya in Siam, and the complex tributary relationships with Laos and Manipur. Lucas and Luna examine the logistical marvels of moving armies across jungle and mountain terrain, the role of elephant corps in battle, and the fragile nature of imperial unity once the strongman king died. The conversation also touches on the cultural legacy of this era, including the spread of Theravada Buddhism and the artistic exchanges between conquered peoples. From the siege of Prome to the final days at Inwa, we look at why the Taungoo experiment collapsed so quickly after Bayinnaung’s death, leaving a power vacuum that would eventually be filled by Alaungpaya and the Konbaung founders. #TaungooEmpire #Bayinnaung #Tabinshwehti #KonbaungDynasty #AyutthayaKingdom #HanthawaddyKingdom #MingyiNyo #MahaThihaThura #Bago #Prome #Inwa #MonPeople #BamarHistory #SoutheastAsiaHistory #BurmaHistory #MyanmarHistory #MilitaryStrategy #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  The Golden Chedi and the Nat Spirits of Myanmar 13.09.2026 9นาที

  We’ve spent episodes tracing the rise and fall of dynasties like the Konbaung and Taungoo, but today we step away from palaces and battlefields to look at what truly holds Myanmar together: faith and folklore. We explore the Shwedagon Pagoda, not just as a tourist landmark, but as a living center of merit-making that predates even the earliest kingdoms. Lucas walks us through the legend of two merchant brothers, Ditta and Uttara, who brought eight hairs of the Buddha to this hilltop site in the 6th century. Luna asks how a structure built over centuries by different rulers became a symbol of national identity rather than imperial power. We also dive into the nat spirits—the thirty-seven official deities—who sit alongside Buddhism in daily Burmese life. From the tragic story of Thagyamin, the king of the nats, to the modern rituals of tying yellow cloth around spirit trees, we examine how animism and Theravada Buddhism coexist in a way that is unique to Southeast Asia. This episode reveals why you cannot understand the politics or resilience of Myanmar without understanding its spiritual landscape. #ShwedagonPagoda #MyanmarHistory #NatSpirits #BurmeseCulture #TheravadaBuddhism #SoutheastAsiaHistory #DittaAndUttara #Mingalazon #KonbaungDynasty #SpiritWorld #Burmesefolklore #ReligiousSyncretism #YangonLandmarks #MeritMaking #FexingoHistory #AsianSpirituality #HistoryPodcast #MyanmarCulture Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  U Thwin's Ink: Defying Empire Through Burmese Literature 12.09.2026 9นาที

  In this episode of The Story of Myanmar, we move away from the battlefields and palaces of the Konbaung dynasty to explore the quiet but fierce resistance of U Thwin, a scholar and writer in late colonial Rangoon. While British administrators viewed Burmese culture as something to be cataloged or erased, U Thwin used his pen to preserve the Pali and Sanskrit traditions that underpinned Burmese identity. We trace his life from a provincial teacher to a key figure in the intellectual circles that would eventually fuel the independence movement. Luna joins Lucas to discuss how literature became a weapon against imperial erasure, focusing on his translations, his role in the Buddhist revival, and the subtle ways he challenged the narrative of colonial superiority. This is a story about the power of language, the preservation of memory, and the man who wrote himself into history when the empire tried to write him out. #UThwin #MyanmarHistory #BurmeseLiterature #ColonialBurma #KonbaungDynasty #RangoonHistory #PaliCanon #SanskritStudies #BuddhistRevival #ImperialErasure #SoutheastAsia #FexingoHistory #HistoryPodcast #CulturalPreservation #AntiColonialism #MandalayCourt #Yadanabon #BurmanCulture #History Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  The Mon Rebellion: How a Minority Uprising Shaped Burma 11.09.2026 9นาที

  We trace the complex history of the Mon people, who have lived in lower Myanmar for centuries and often found themselves caught between expanding Bamar kingdoms. This episode focuses on Binnya Dala, the last king of Hanthawaddy, and his desperate attempt to resist the Konbaung dynasty’s rise in the mid-18th century. We explore the fall of Pegu, the brutal siege that ended independent Mon rule, and how this defeat shaped the ethnic tensions and military dynamics that persist in Myanmar today. Lucas and Luna discuss the strategic errors, the cultural preservation efforts, and the legacy of resistance that continues to influence Burmese politics. #BinnyaDala #HanthawaddyKingdom #KonbaungDynasty #MonPeople #PeguSiege #MyanmarHistory #SoutheastAsia #Alaungpaya #Bago #MraukU #Shwebo #Ava #Burma #EthnicConflict #MilitaryRule #FexingoHistory #HistoryPodcast #Colonialism Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  The Burmese Spider and the Fall of Konbaung 10.09.2026 7นาที

  We often remember Burma’s fall to British rule as a series of wars and treaties, but the colonial administration that followed was equally ruthless in its reshaping of daily life. This episode explores the infamous Burmese Spider Case of 1895, where a colonial court interpreted ancient Hindu law texts to convict two men of murder, overturning traditional Buddhist notions of karma and intent. We look at how Justice Charles Pearson used the Manusmriti to justify a harsh sentence, creating a legal precedent that alienated the local population and demonstrated the empire’s desire to impose order through foreign concepts rather than local customs. Alongside this legal drama, we trace the economic shift from the open trade ports of Moulmein to the rigid bureaucracy of Rangoon, and how the British obsession with statistics began to erase the fluid social identities of the Irrawaddy delta. #BurmeseSpiderCase #KonbaungDynasty #BritishBurma #Manusmriti #ColonialLaw #MyanmarHistory #JusticePearson #RangoonSupremeCourt #HinduLawIndia #BuddhistKarma #ImperialJustice #LegalPrecedent #SiamBorder #Moulmein #IrrawaddyDelta #EthnicConflict #FexingoHistory #History Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  The Taungoo Empire: Burma's Golden Age of Expansion 09.09.2026 7นาที

  Before the British arrived and long before the modern military junta, Southeast Asia witnessed the rise of the Taungoo Dynasty, a period of explosive territorial expansion that reshaped the map of mainland Asia. This episode explores how Tabinshwehti and his successor Bayinnaung forged an empire stretching from Manipur to Laos, driven by innovations in cavalry tactics and elephant warfare. We examine the brutal but effective administrative strategies used to hold together such diverse territories, including the Mon and Shan populations, and look at the cultural flourishing that accompanied imperial power. Through the lens of key figures like Maha Thilawa and the strategic marriage alliances that cemented loyalty, we uncover how a regional kingdom became the dominant force in the region until its eventual collapse under internal strife and Siamese rebellion. #TaungooDynasty #Bayinnaung #Tabinshwehti #BurmaHistory #SoutheastAsiaHistory #MingyiNyo #KonbaungPredecessor #ElephantWarfare #MonKingdom #ShanStates #MahaThilawa #AyutthayaFall #BurmeseEmpire #16thCentury #MandalayRise #HsinbyushinContext #AsianMilitaryHistory #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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  U Nu and the Ghost of Konbaung: Burma's Democratic Failure 08.09.2026 9นาที

  In this episode, we move beyond the fall of the Konbaung dynasty to examine how its political DNA survived into modern Myanmar. We explore the complex legacy of U Nu, the first Prime Minister of independent Burma, and his attempt to fuse Buddhist socialism with parliamentary democracy. The conversation details his controversial decision to declare Buddhism the state religion in 1961, a move that fractured national unity and empowered military interventionists like Ne Win. We also look at the ideological roots of the Burmese Way to Socialism, tracing it back through figures like Thakin Soe and Ba Maw, and analyze why the AFPFL coalition collapsed under the weight of ethnic tensions and Cold War pressures. By examining the ghost of King Thibaw’s exile and the bureaucratic habits of the colonial era, we uncover how democratic institutions failed to take root in a post-colonial state still grappling with imperial borders and internal divisions. #U_Nu #Burmese_Socialism #Konbaung_Dynasty #Ne_Win #Thakin_Soe #Ba_Maw #AFPFL #Shwe_Dagon #Burma_Independence #Myanmar_History #Southeast_Asia #Cold_War_Asia #Buddhist_State #Military_Junta #Colonial_Legacy #Democratic_Failure #FexingoHistory #History Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo