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BRIEF HISTORICAL BACKGROUND OF BURMA (MYANMAR)

Early civilization in Myanmar dates back to the 1^st century with archaeological evidences of the Pyu Kingdoms of Thayekhittaya (Sri Ksetra), Beithano (Visnu) and Hanlin.

The first Myanmar Empire was founded in early 11^th century by King Anawrahta who unified the country through his strong leadership and intellect. The Empire with its capital at Bagan lasted until the end of 13^th century with the invasion of the Mongols. The second Myanmar Empire with its capital in Bago was founded in mid-16^th century by King Bayintnaung. The third and the last Myanmar Empire was founded by King Alaungpaya in 1752. In the 19^th century, during the peak period of colonialism, Myanmar was annexed in three stages by the British after three Anglo-Myanmar Wars in 1852 and 1885. During the second World War, Myanmar was occupied by the Japanese for nearly three years until the Allied Forces’ reoccupation in 1945. Myanmar became a sovereign independent state on January 4, 1948.

Room 16, 2^nd Flr, Bldg 4, Shwe Gon Yeik Mon Housing Estate,

Bahan Township, Yangon, Myanmar. (11201)

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