What major celestial event did Chulalongkorn and his father witness in 1868?
A supernova
A meteor shower
A solar eclipse
The passing of Halley's comet
Answer
In 1868, King Mongkut and his son Chulalongkorn witnessed a total solar eclipse. The eclipse was visible in the northern part of Thailand, and it was a rare occurrence. The event was considered to be a good omen for the future of the country, and it was also seen as a sign that the king was a wise and just ruler.
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