King of Cambodia facts for kids
This article lists the important leaders of Cambodia throughout history. You'll learn about the kings, heads of state, and presidents who guided the country over many centuries. Cambodia has a rich past, with different types of leaders ruling at different times.
Contents
- Kings of Cambodia (6th century-1960)
- Leaders of Cambodia (1960-1993)
- Heads of State of Cambodia (1960-1972)
- Presidents of the Khmer Republic (1972-1975)
- Head of State of Cambodia (1975-1976)
- Chairman of the State Presidium (1976-1979)
- President of the People's Revolutionary Council (1979-1981)
- Chairmen of the Council of State (1981-1993)
- Chairman of the Supreme National Council (1991-1993)
- Head of State (1993)
- Kingdom of Cambodia Restored (1993-Present)
- See also
Kings of Cambodia (6th century-1960)
For many centuries, Cambodia was led by kings. These rulers were part of a long line of monarchs who shaped the country's history.
- 6th century: Bhavavarman I
- 6th century: Mahendravarman
- 7th century: Isanavarman I
- 7th century: Bhavavarman II
- 7th century: Jayavarman I
- 8th century: Queen Jayavedi
- Reign unknown: Sambhuvarman
- Reign unknown: Pushkaraksha
- 8th century: Sambhuvarman
- 8th century: Rajendravarman I
- Reign unknown: Mahipativarman
- 802-850: Jayavarman II
- 850-877: Jayavarman III
- 877-889: Indravarman I
- 889-900: Yasovarman I
- 900-922: Harshavarman I
- 922-928: Isanavarman II
- 928-942: Jayavarman IV
- 942-944: Harshavarman II
- 944-968: Rajendravarman II
- 968 - 1001: Jayavarman V
- 1001-1002: Udayadityavarman I
- 1002: Jayaviravarman
- 1002-1050: Suryavarman I
- 1050-1066: Udayadityavarman II
- 1066-1090: Harshavarman III
- 1090-1107: Jayavarman VI
- 1107-1113: Dharanindravarman I
- 1113-1150: Suryavarman II
During Suryavarman II's rule, the famous Angkor Wat temple was built.
From 1177 to 1181, the Cham people invaded Cambodia. This led to a period of disorder.
- 1181-1219: Jayavarman VII
- 1219-1243: Indravarman II
- 1243-1295: Jayavarman VIII
- 1295-1308: Indravarman III
- 1308-1327: Indrajayavarman
- 1327-1353: Jayavarman Paramesvara
The throne was empty from 1353 to 1362.
From 1369 to 1375, the country of Siam (now Thailand) ruled Cambodia. The throne was empty again from 1369 to 1371.
- 1371 - ?: Kalamegha
- 14th century: Kambujadhitaja
- 14th century: Dharmasokaraja
In the 14th century, Siam took control of Cambodia until 1389.
In 1431, Siam defeated the Angkorean Empire. However, the Cambodian monarchy continued to exist, and Siam withdrew. The capital city and the royal family moved from Angkor to Phnom Penh.
- 1444-1486: Dharmara Jadhiraja
- 1486-1512: Sri Sukonthor
- 1512-1516: Ney Kan
- 1516-1566: Ang Chan I
- 1566-1576: Barom Reachea I
- 1576-1594: Chettha I
In 1594, the Siamese captured Phnom Penh. Despite this, the Cambodian monarchy kept ruling.
- 1594-1596: Reamea Chung Prey
- 1596-1599: Barom Reachea II
- 1599-1600: Barom Reachea III
- 1600-1603: Chau Ponhea Nhom
- 1603-1618: Barom Reachea IV
- 1618-1622: Chettha II
- 1622-1628: During this time, there was no king. The country faced civil unrest.
- 1628: Ponhea To
- 1628-1630: Outey
- 1630-1640: Ponhea Nu
- 1640-1642: Ang Non I
- 1642-1659: Chan
- 1659-1672: Barom Reachea V
- 1672-1673: Chettha III
- 1673-1674: Ang Chei
- 1674-1675: Ang Non
- 1675-1695: Chettha IV (first time ruling)
- 1695-1699: Outey I
- 1699-1701: Ang Em (first time ruling)
- 1701-1702: Chettha IV (second time ruling)
- 1702-1703: Thommo Reachea II (first time ruling)
- 1703-1706: Chettha IV (third time ruling)
- 1706-1710: Thommo Reachea III (second time ruling)
- 1710-1722: Ang Em (second time ruling)
- 1722-1738: Satha II
- 1738-1747: Thommo Reachea II (third time ruling)
- 1747: Thommo Reachea III
- 1747-1749: Ang Tong (first time ruling)
- 1749-1755: Chettha V
- 1755-1758: Ang Tong (second time ruling)
- 1758-1775: Outey II
- 1775-1796: Ang Non II
- 1796-1806: There was no king crowned during this time. The Vietnamese and Siamese powers did not allow it.
- 1806-1837: Ang Chan II
- 1837-1847: Queen Ang Mey
- 1841-1860: Ang Duong
- 1860-1904: Norodom
- 1904-1927: Sisowath
- 1927-1941: Sisowath Monivong
- 1941-1955: Norodom Sihanouk
- 1955-1960: Norodom Suramarit
Leaders of Cambodia (1960-1993)
After 1960, Cambodia saw different types of leaders. These included Heads of State and Presidents, as the country's government changed.
Heads of State of Cambodia (1960-1972)
- 3 April-6 April 1960: Chuop Hell (1st time, acting leader)
- 6 April-13 June 1960: Prince Sisowath Monireth (leader of the Regency Council)
- 13 June-20 June 1960: Chuop Hell (2nd time, acting leader)
- 20 June 1960-18 March 1970: Prince Norodom Sihanouk (1st time)
- 18 March 1970-10 March 1972: Cheng Heng
- 10 March-14 March 1972: General Lon Nol
Presidents of the Khmer Republic (1972-1975)
- 14 March 1972-12 April 1975: General Lon Nol
- 1 April-12 April 1975: Saukham Khoy (acting for Lon Nol)
- 12 April-17 April 1975: Sak Sutsakhan (leader of the Supreme Committee)
Head of State of Cambodia (1975-1976)
- 17 April 1975-11 April 1976: Prince Norodom Sihanouk (2nd time)
Chairman of the State Presidium (1976-1979)
President of the People's Revolutionary Council (1979-1981)
Chairmen of the Council of State (1981-1993)
Chairman of the Supreme National Council (1991-1993)
Head of State (1993)
- 14 June-24 September 1993: Prince Norodom Sihanouk (3rd time)
Kingdom of Cambodia Restored (1993-Present)
In 1993, the monarchy was brought back in Cambodia. Since then, the country has been led by kings once more.
- 1993-2004: Norodom Sihanouk
- 2004-present: Norodom Sihamoni
See also
In Spanish: Anexo:Reyes de Camboya para niños
