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What was the 1946 event that led to the young King Bhumibol's unexpected accession to the throne?

Answer: Death of King Ananda Mahidol — King Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII) was found dead from a gunshot wound in his bedroom at the Grand Palace in June 1946, leading to his younger brother Bhumibol's accession at age 18.

King Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII) was found dead from a gunshot wound in his bedroom at the Grand Palace in June 1946, leading to his younger brother Bhumibol's accession at age 18.

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