Lan Kham Deng

MedievalEmperorLaos1375 — 1428

Lan Xang king who ruled during peaceful times.

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Quick Facts

Born

1375

Died

1428

Country

Laos

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)21

Political (20%)41

Influence (20%)50

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)74

Strategy (15%)37

Total Score46.0

Lan Kham Deng — Complete Timeline

1417 AD

Ascended to the throne of Lan XangPolitical Action◆ Major

Lan Kham Deng became king of Lan Xang after the death of his father Samsenethai. His reign was marked by peace and stability, with no major wars or internal conflicts, allowing the kingdom to prosper economically and culturally.

SuccessionPeaceStability

Impact: nationalconstructive

1418 AD

Maintained peace with neighboring kingdomsPolitical Action

Lan Kham Deng pursued a policy of non-aggression with neighboring states, including Ayutthaya and the Khmer Empire. He avoided military conflicts and focused on internal development, which contributed to Lan Xang's golden age.

DiplomacyPeaceRegional relations

Impact: regionalconstructive

1420 AD

Promoted Buddhist scholarshipCultural

Lan Kham Deng supported the construction of monasteries and the translation of Buddhist texts. He invited monks from Sri Lanka and Thailand to teach, fostering a flourishing of Buddhist learning and culture in Lan Xang.

BuddhismScholarshipCulture

Impact: nationalconstructive