One hundred years ago on this very day U Thant, former United Nations Secretary-General (1961-1971), was born in Pantanaw, Myanmar.  U Thant was the first of four sons of U Po Hnit and his wife, Daw Nan Thaung.

U Thant became the Third Secretary-General of the United Nations on November 30, 1962, for a term of office ending on November 3, 1966. He was re-appointed for a second term by the General Assembly on December 2, 1966, on the unanimous recommendation of the Security Council.

U Thant was married to Daw Thein Tin. He was survived by a daughter, four grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. U Thant died of in New York on November 25, 1974.

Let's celebrate the Centenary of U Thant's birth!