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Aung San Equestrian Statue, Bago

Aung San (1915–1947) a Burmese revolutionary is considered to be the Father of modern-day Burma. He was the founder of the Communist Party of Burma. He was responsible for bringing Burma’s independence from British colonial rule, but was assassinated six months before independence.

Affectionately known as Bogyoke (General), Aung San is still widely admired by the Burmese people, and his name is still invoked in Burmese politics to this day.

His daughter, Aung San Suu Kyi, is a Burmese politician, State Counsellor, head of the ruling NLD and the recipient of a Nobel Peace Prize.

Equestrian statue of General Aung San.
Equestrian statue seen from the intersection of the Yangon - Mandalay Highway and Pagoda Street.


Statue seen from the southwest.


Statue seen from the south.


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