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she was born
In Rangoon, British Burma -
Her father was assassinated
Her father, Aung San, founded the modern Burmese army and negotiated Burma's independence from the British Empire. He was assassinated by his rivals in the same year. -
Her mother was appointed Burmese ambassador to India and Nepal
Suu Kyi's mother, Khin Kyi, gained prominence as a political figure in the newly formed Burmese government. Aung San Suu Kyi followed her there. -
She was graduated with a degree in politics
Graduated from Lady Shri Ram College in New Delhi -
She was married
Marries British academic Michael Aris, with whom she has two sons. Due to various work commitments the family relocate regularly, spending time living in Bhutan, England, Japan and India. -
Returns to Rangoon to look after her severely ill mother.
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Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy wins a landslide election victory.
The junta refuses to recognise the results. -
Awarded the Nobel Peace prize.
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Placed under house arrest for a second time after she defies travel restrictions in an attempt to visit the city of Mandalay.
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On 19 September 2012, Aung San Suu Kyi was also presented with the Congressional Gold Medal, which is, alonWas also presented with the Congressional Gold Medal.
She was also presented with the Congressional Gold Medal, which is, along with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honour in the United States.
