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Surrender of Asirghar Fort, India, 9 April 1819, bringing an end to the Third
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Surrender of Asirghar Fort, India, 9 April 1819, bringing an end to the Third
Surrender of Asirghar Fort, India, 9 April 1819, bringing an end to the Third Anglo-Maratha War (1817-1819). Date: 1819
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This evocative print captures the moment of surrender at Asirghar Fort on 9 April 1819, marking the end of the Third Anglo-Maratha War (1817-1819). The war, also known as the Holkar War, was a significant conflict between the Maratha Empire and the British East India Company, with the Marathas led by the powerful Holkar ruler, Mahadaji Scindia. The image shows British soldiers and officers, proudly displaying their flags and weapons, including shields and swords, as they stand victorious before the defeated Maratha forces. The Maratha soldiers, clad in turbans and traditional Indian attire, can be seen in the background, surrendering their arms and signaling their defeat. The siege of Asirghar Fort, a key stronghold of the Maratha forces, had been a long and arduous battle, with both sides suffering heavy losses. The Third Anglo-Maratha War was a turning point in the history of British colonial rule in India, as it solidified the British position in central India and weakened the Maratha Empire. The war also marked the beginning of the end of the Maratha Empire's military power and political influence in the region. The print serves as a poignant reminder of a pivotal moment in Indian history, as the British and Maratha forces came together on the battlefield to mark the end of one chapter and the beginning of another.
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