Background
Chui was born to Chao Phraya Chakri (future King Phutthayotfa Chulalok or Rama I) and his wife Nak (future Queen Amarindra) in 1773.
Chui was born to Chao Phraya Chakri (future King Phutthayotfa Chulalok or Rama I) and his wife Nak (future Queen Amarindra) in 1773.
Maha Senanurak was known for his leadership of Siamese campaign against Burmese invasion of Thalang (modern Phuket) in 1809. In 1782, Chao Phraya Chakri crowned himself as the first monarch of the Chakri dynasty of Siam at Bangkok. Chui was then made a prince.
He was later awarded the title Krom Khun Senanurak.
Prince Senanurak was known to be close to his only true brother Prince and Front Palace Isarasundhorn (future Buddha Loetla Nabhalai or Rama II). In 1809, King Phutthayotfa Chulalok died, as a result the Front Palace Isarasundhorn ascended the throne as King.
The new King appointed Prince Senanurak as the next the Front Palace and Vice King, and also as his successor. Soon after in 1809, King Bodawpaya of Burma sent his troops to invade Thalang (modern Phuket) Buddha Loetla Nabhalai sent Maha Senanurak to counter this last Burmese invasion of Siam.
The rebellion was quickly suppressed by Prince Jessadabodindra (future King Rama III).
Maha Senanurak"s wife, Princess Samleewan, a daughter of Taksin, was executed for treason. Front Palace Maha Senanurak fell ill and died in 1817.