Mon Nationalism and the Invention of Traditions: The Case of the Mons in thier Diasporic Communities

Authors

Juajan Wongpolganan

Publication Date

2007-01-01

Abstract

This essay is aimed to describe and analyze the invention of Mon traditions by applying Eric Hobsbawm and Terence Ranger's concept of invented traditions. As I found in my observations in the field and in archival research, the Mons in their homeland and their diasporic communities overseas have invented a number of traditions in order to show solidarity. These include national costumes, a national flag, a national anthem, and a national day.

First Page

50

Last Page

71

Recommended Citation

Wongpolganan, Juajan (2007) "Mon Nationalism and the Invention of Traditions: The Case of the Mons in thier Diasporic Communities," Manusya, Journal of Humanities: Vol. 10: No. 1, Article 4.
Available at: https://digital.car.chula.ac.th/manusya/vol10/iss1/4