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Thubten Gyatso, the 13th Dalai Lama, passes away at 57 on this day. He was a greatly loved leader and was known for playing a major contribution in bringing Tibet into modern day society. Photo: 13th Dalai Lama sitting in meditation posture in Darjeeling, India.
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Lhamo Dondrub, (later named Tenzin Gyatso) is born in the province of Amdo in a small town called Taktser. He is born to a peasant farming family. Photo: 14th Dalai Lama at time of his discovery.
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Because of the 1949 Chinese invasion, the Dalai Lama gains political power over Tibet even though he is not yet 18, which is usually a followed guideline. Photo: 13th Dalai Lama sitting on his throne at time of the Chinese invasion.
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Because of the Chinese threat, the Dalai Lama leaves Lhasa for his own safety and moves to Dromo where he resides from January 1951 to July 1951. Photo: The Dalai Lama traveling by horseback with bodyguards.
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Tibetan officials have no choice but to sign a treaty dictated by the Chinese. This "17 point agreement" included Tibetan religious freedom and autonomy. The Chinese do not do a good job keeping up with the treaty. Photo: Chinese and Tibetan officials toast the signing of the 17-point agreement.
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The Dalai Lama visits China and meets with Chinese leader Mao Zedong to discuss Tibetan-Chinese relations. Photo: Dalai Lama (right) and Panchen Lama (left) meet with Mao Zedong.
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The Dalai Lama has to leave Lhasa, and in order for him to do this easily, he must dress in a soldier's uniform. He escapes without trouble. Photo: Dalai Lama with Tibetan guerrillas during his escape from Tibet.
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After a 14-day trip from Lhasa to India, the Dalai Lama finally enters India where he will live and setup a government-in-exile. Photo: The Dalai Lama greeting 100 000 people in Bodh Gaya, India.
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The Dalai Lama moves to Dharamsala, India, where he still lives today. Dharamsala is a highly Tibetan populated city in India.
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The Dalai Lama goes on a tour of the West that includes West Germany, Austria, Italy, Norway, and more.
