Thalun

ModernEmperorMyanmar1584 — 1648

Toungoo king who conducted a revenue survey.

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Quick Facts

Born

1584

Died

1648

Country

Myanmar

Era

Modern

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)35

Political (20%)60

Influence (20%)52

Legacy (20%)43

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)38

Total Score50.9

Thalun — Complete Timeline

1629 AD

Accession to the ThronePolitical Action◆ Major

After the assassination of Anaukpetlun and the brief reign of Minyedeippa, Thalun ascended the throne as king of the Toungoo dynasty. He faced a kingdom weakened by internal strife and began consolidating power and restoring stability.

Toungoo DynastySuccessionBurma

Impact: nationalconstructive

1635 AD

Revenue Survey of 1635Reform◆ Major

Thalun conducted a comprehensive revenue survey of the Irrawaddy valley, measuring land and assessing taxes. This survey standardized the tax system, increased state revenue, and provided a detailed record of agricultural production and population.

Tax ReformAdministrationBurma

Impact: nationalconstructive

Promulgation of the Law CodeReform◆ Major

Thalun issued a new legal code, known as the 'Thalun Min Law', which codified customary law and royal decrees. This code standardized judicial procedures and remained influential in Burmese law for centuries.

Legal ReformBurmaLaw

Impact: nationalconstructive

Relocation of the Capital to AvaPolitical Action◆ Major

Thalun moved the capital of the Toungoo kingdom from Pegu (Bago) back to Ava (Inwa) in Upper Burma. This shift reflected a strategic focus on the agrarian heartland and away from maritime trade, influencing the kingdom's economic orientation.

Capital MoveAvaBurma

Impact: national