Rama V or King Chulalongkorn, Rama IV's son, continued the throne from 1868 to 1910. The King ascended to the throne when he was 17.
The King has 77 children, 32 sons and 44 daughters. His children received the best education as to prepared them for services to the state. They were required to learn at least two European languages, English and French or German.
Prince Vajiravudh studied military science and history in England.
Toured to EU countries made him learn the good and bad feature of colonial rule.
He realized to the necessity to continue the westernization of Siam as to preserve her independence.
Surrounded by two imperialists.