In which year did Phnom Penh become the national capital of Cambodia?
1434
1497
1865
1901
Answer
Phnom Penh became the national capital of Cambodia in 1434, following the fall of Angkor. It remained the capital until 1497 and regained its capital status during the French colonial era in 1865.
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