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Aurangzeb's Siege of Golconda and the Rise of the Qutb Shahi
In this episode of Fexingo History, Lucas and Luna revisit the Deccan campaigns of Aurangzeb through the lens of one specific, dramatic event: the 1687 siege of Golconda. They explore how the Qutb Shahi dynasty's legendary fort, with its diamond mines and Persianate culture, became a symbol of resistance against Mughal expansion. The conversation covers the fortress's remarkable defenses—including its French-made cannons and subterranean water system—and the betrayal by a disgruntled Afghan commander that finally opened its gates. Lucas unpacks the broader consequences…
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