Chatichai Choonhavan
Biography
The only son of Field Marshal Phin Choonhavan, supporter of the Phibunsongkhram regime and face of the old guard, Chatichai Choonhavan has stepped beyond the shoes of his father for some time now. His family name an insignia and rite-of-passage in Bangkok's halls of power, Chatichai has become a face frequented by anyone who is anyone in the young republic.
As war had raged on in Indochina against the French and then the British, Chatichai shadowed his father's efforts to lead the armed forces into battle and take the bloody fight to the imperialist europeans. Bravery under fire and excellent strategic planning, although restrained by the Japanese high command, had earned the Choonhavan name great fame and respect; he and his father's tales were often retold at dinner parties in wealthy establishments.
However, as Operation Issara came to a grinding halt, and all of the republic's daggers were pointed to his father, Chatichai sat outside of the spotlight of Thailand's military affairs. Now that the Grand Marshal is dead, the ranks of soldiers call the Choonhavan name once again. Chatichai is young and inexperienced in the seat of the President, but few cast their doubts over his passion for justice.
Trivia
In real-life, Chatichai Choonhavan was 17th Prime Minister of Thailand, serving from 1988 to 1991 due to a military coup.