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The Chola Empire's War Elephants: The Battle of Takkolam
In 949 CE, the Chola crown prince Rajaditya died atop his war elephant at the Battle of Takkolam, a devastating clash with the Rashtrakuta Empire that nearly ended the Chola dynasty. This episode reconstructs that forgotten battle — the tactics, the elephants, and the political aftermath. We explore how Rajaditya's sacrifice became a turning point, the role of war elephants in South Indian warfare, and how the Cholas rebuilt under Sundara Chola. Featuring the Chola-Rashtrakuta rivalry, the medieval elephant corps, and the legacy of a prince who chose death over retreat.
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