Thakin Kodaw Hmaing, Burmese poet, writer and political leader (died 1964)

Thakin Kodaw Hmaing

Burmese poet and politician (1876–1964)

Thakin Kodaw Hmaing is considered one of the greatest Burmese poets, writers and political leaders in the 20th century history of Burma. He is regarded as the Father of Burmese nationalist and peace movements as well as a literary genius. His legacy and influence on the post-war…