The Battle of Buxar

The Battle of Buxar, fought on October 22, 1764, was a crucial conflict in Indian history between the British East India Company and a coalition of Indian rulers, including Shuja-ud-Daula, the Nawab of Oudh, Mir Qasim, the Nawab of Bengal, and Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II. The British, led by Major Hector Munro, emerged victorious, solidifying their control over Bengal and influencing Indian politics for decades. The battle marked the beginning of British dominance in India, leading to significant territorial and administrative changes, and eventually paving the way for colonial rule in the subcontinent.