Siamese occupation of Germany
Zone of Thai occupation in postwar Germany (1918-1919)
Siamese occupation of Germany
The Siamese occupation of Germany (German: Siamesische Besetzung Deutschlands, Thai: การยึดครองเยอรมนีของสยาม) was a small enclave within the Rhineland occupation zone of Germany in 1918–1919, controlled by Siam (present-day Thailand) and entirely surrounded by the French occupation zone. The occupation pursued political aims: pressuring Germany to sign the Treaty of Versailles, strengthening Siam's alliance with France, and affirming its standing among the victorious powers. Initiated by the French command after the Armistice of Compiègne, the Siamese occupation mission was also seen by King Vajiravudh as an opportunity to consolidate the nation. During their time in Germany, Siamese soldiers stationed at Mussbach and Hochspeyer faced a harsh winter and an outbreak of Spanish flu, which caused some fatalities. Despite initial difficulties and the language barrier, relationships formed between the Siamese servicemen and the local German population — relationships that were nonetheless viewed...
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