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Aurangzeb's Naval Ambitions The Emperor Who Built a Fleet
In this episode of Fexingo History, Lucas and Luna explore a lesser-known aspect of Aurangzeb's reign: his ambitious naval projects. While the Mughal emperor is famous for his land campaigns in the Deccan, he also invested heavily in shipbuilding along the Gujarat and Bengal coasts, constructing a fleet of over 800 vessels. The episode details the construction of the Mughal navy under admirals like Sidi Yaqub and the capture of the Portuguese-held fortress of Janjira. It delves into the strategic reasons behind Aurangzeb's naval push, including protecting the Hajj routes, combating…
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