Chey Chestha I
King of Cambodian
About Chey Chestha I
Lived 1575 – 1596 (aged 20–21). Chey Chestha I was a Cambodian king.
Chey Chettha I (, ; 1575–1595) was a king of Cambodia who ruled from 1587 to 1595.
History Chey Chettha was the second son of Satha I. He was appointed as heir apparent when he was eleven. He was crowned by his father in 1584.
In 1594, Cambodia was attacked by Siam. After the Siamese army reached Lovek, Chey Chettha assumed his uncle Soryopor the direct command of the defenses.
Chey Chetta fled the capital with his father, Satha, first to Srey Santhor, then to Stung Treng. He died there in 1595 without an heir.
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Who was Chey Chestha I?
King of Cambodian (1584-1593)
When was Chey Chestha I born?
Chey Chestha I was born in 1575.
When did Chey Chestha I die?
Chey Chestha I died in 1596 in Stung Treng.
What was Chey Chestha I's occupation?
Chey Chestha I was a king.
What nationality was Chey Chestha I?
Chey Chestha I was Cambodian.
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