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In 1932, a bloodless coup ended 150 years of absolute monarchy in Thailand, transitioning the nation toward a constitutional monarchy. Despite this formal change, the military’s involvement in politics persisted, often justified as necessary for stability. Over the ensuing decades, Thailand experienced multiple coups, totaling 13 successful overthrows and 11 failed attempts, illustrating the nation's deep-seated instability and the military's ongoing desire to manage state affairs more effectively than elected politicians.