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Deceased former Navy SEAL diver cremated in royally bestowed ceremony
The former Navy SEAL diver who passed away during the search and rescue operations at Tham Luang cave was cremated today in a royally bestowed ceremony.
Privy Counsellor Surayud Chulanont represented His Majesty the King in the cremation ceremony of former Navy SEAL diver Saman Gunan at Wat Ban Nong Khu temple in Roi Et province.
Saman lost his life during the search and rescue operation at Tham Luang cave in Chiang Rai while transporting air tanks inside the flooded cave.
His Majesty the King graciously bestowed the cremation flame and promoted him with higher military ranks, as well as a royal decoration to honour his selfless bravery and sacrifice.
The cremation took place at 4:16 p.m. today. The ceremony was also attended by government officials, honorable guests and the general public.
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