Battle of Panipat
The Battles of Panipat were three significant conflicts in Indian history, occurring in 1526, 1556, and 1761. The first battle marked the beginning of the Mughal Empire in India when Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi. The second battle reaffirmed Mughal authority under Akbar against Hemu, a king from the North. The third battle, in 1761, was a brutal struggle between the Maratha Empire and Afghan forces led by Ahmad Shah Durrani, resulting in a devastating defeat for the Marathas. These battles were pivotal in shaping India's political landscape and power dynamics during their respective periods.
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The Battle of Panipat, fought on January 14, 1761, was a pivotal conflict in Indian history between the Maratha Empire and the Durrani Empire led by Ahmad Shah Durrani. This battle was marked by its scale and brutality, resulting in significant casualties. The Marathas sought to expand their influence, while Ahmad Shah aimed to reassert control over North India. The Maratha defeat led to a power vacuum and the eventual decline of their empire, shaping the political landscape of India and paving the way for British colonial expansion in the following decades.