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First King of Bhutan
First King of Bhutan – His Majesty Ugyen Wangchuck – Gongsar Ugyen Wangchuck (11 June 1862 – 26 August 1926) was the first Druk Gyalpo from 1907–1926. In his lifetime he made great efforts to unite the country and gain the trust of the people. In the year 1907, Ugyen Wangchuck was elected to be the hereditary first King of Bhutan. Sir Ugyen Wangchuck was crowned on December 17, 1907 with the title Druk Gyalpo (Dragon King). During his 19 years reign, he continued to maintain close relations with British India, as part of gaining security from the increasing Chinese influence in Tibet.
He developed long-lasting friendships with monks and helped establish a dharmic consciousness in the country. His Majesty Ugyen Wangchuck passed away in 1926 and was succeeded by his eldest son Jigme Dorji Wangchuck.
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