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Che Guevara: The icon of Thai trucks
The Nation Thailand
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Did you know that in Thailand, there's a unique figure called the father of the truck?
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Everyday Nation, sponsored by EVA Air.
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July 11 through 13 at Paragon.
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And guess what? It's Che Guevara.
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You will spot his image on the mud guards of the trucks all across Thailand.
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Even Karabao, Thailand's legendary band, honors Che with the famous song.
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Che is not dead. He lives at the back of the truck.
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Che Guevara, the iconic leveragionary, symbolizes strength and resilience.
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For Thai truck drivers, it represents their tough, enduring spirit on the road.
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It also hits tough appearance and still look that makes Thai truck drivers choose him as their icon.
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Interestingly, you also see images of Abagino and his iconic role in Serpico,
00:55
where he portrays a tough, fearless, cockfighting corruption.
00:58
His character resonated deeply with many ties.
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Now let me know how the trucks in your country are adorned.
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