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The Chola Monsoon Navy and the Srivijaya Campaign
In this episode of The Chola Empire, Lucas and Luna explore the daring naval expedition of Rajendra Chola I against the Srivijaya maritime empire in 1025 CE. While earlier episodes covered the Chola navy's structure and trade networks, we focus on the strategic 'monsoon warfare' that allowed a South Indian force to strike deep into Southeast Asia. We examine the geopolitical tensions with the Pala Empire in Bengal, the role of the Kaveri Delta's hydraulic wealth in funding the fleet, and the specific ports targeted in modern-day Indonesia and Malaysia. Through inscriptions…
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