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Aurangzeb's Hindu Generals: The Emperor Who Trusted His Enemies
Aurangzeb is often remembered for his religious policies and wars, but a surprising aspect of his reign was his reliance on Hindu generals in key military commands. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the stories of Raja Jai Singh I, Mirza Raja Jai Singh of Amber, and others who led Mughal armies against fellow Rajputs and Marathas. They discuss Jai Singh's campaign against Shivaji, his siege of Purandar, and the controversial Treaty of Purandar (1665). They also examine the loyalty of Hindu generals, the complex politics of the Mughal court, and how Aurangzeb's distrust later…
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