In most capital cities, waking up to images of armed soldiers,
military vehicles and blockades on the streets -- as the army gears up
for what it would later declare a coup -- might be cause for alarm.
But Bangkok isn't your average city.
Since 1932 -- the year
Thailand became a constitutional monarchy -- there have been at least 18
actual or attempted military takeovers.
Thailand became a constitutional monarchy -- there have been at least 18
actual or attempted military takeovers.
Since November 2013,
widespread protests and the threat of violence have been a constant
presence in Bangkok, as two divided sides passionately battle over the
country's future leadership.
widespread protests and the threat of violence have been a constant
presence in Bangkok, as two divided sides passionately battle over the
country's future leadership.
As a result, very little surprises residents in this city.