Mahn Thet San
| Mehm Thet San | |
|---|---|
| Native name | မန်းသက်ဆန်း |
| Born |
1930 Kawhnat village, Moulmein Township, British Burma |
| Died |
10 October 2008 (aged 78) Mayangone Township, Yangon, Myanmar |
| Cause of death | Heart attack |
| Resting place | Yayway Cemetery, Yangon |
| Nationality | Mon |
| Alma mater |
University of Illinois (M.S. Chemistry, 1955) (Ph.D Chemistry, 1957) |
| Religion | Buddhist |
| Spouse(s) | Daw Htay Yee |
| Children |
Mi Thida San Min Wunna San |
| Parent(s) |
Nai Tun Aung Mi Thein Tin |
Mehm Thet San was a prominent ethnic Mon academic and civil servant, also known for his work in preserving Mon literature and culture.[1] Born in Kawhnat village in Moulmein Township, he was educated at the University of Illinois, where he earned a master's and doctorate degree in chemistry in 1955 and 1957 respectively.[1] Throughout his career, he served as the Ministry of Industry's vice minister and as a headmaster at Moulmein and Bassein Degree Colleges.[1]
He died on 10 October 2008 at his home in Mayangone Township, Yangon and was subsequently buried at Yayway Cemetery.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 4 "Dr. Marn Thet San, patron of Mon culture, passes away at 79". Independent Mon News Agency. 16 October 2008. Retrieved 8 April 2012.
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