Chit Hlaing
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U Chit Hlaing (born 1879 - died 31 October 1952) was a notable politician in Burmese history. During his time, he was called a Burmese king without a crown. His political journeys were welcomed everywhere in Burma. He was imprisoned when the British Crown Prince of Wales (who later became King Edward VIII) visited Burma in 1921.
He was born in Moulmein (now Mawlamyaing), the son of rich teak merchant U Thar Nyin. At age 20, he left for Britain to study law. After he graduated, he returned to Moulmein to help found the Y.M.B.A (Young Men's Buddhist Association). Later he acted as president of the G.C.B.A. In 1937, as president of the Burmese House, U Chit Hlaing attended the ceremony of King Edward's coronation in England. He was elected president of the law council and consultant of the Burmese Chancellor during World War II. After the war, he was elected a Member of Parliament until his death in 1952 in Rangoon.
U Chit Hlaing sacrificed his wealth and time for Burmese political activities. His honesty, humility and generous donations were reputable.
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- Burmese Encyclopedia Vol. 2, p. 406 printed in 1955
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