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The Battle of Plassey: Clive's Secret Betrayal
We often think of the Battle of Plassey in 1757 as a straightforward military victory, but the truth is far more complex and deeply human. In this episode, we look past the battlefield tactics to examine the secret diplomatic maneuvers that decided Bengal’s fate. We explore how Robert Clive negotiated behind the scenes with Mir Jafar, the commander-in-chief who betrayed his own Nawab, Siraj-ud-Daulah. This conversation digs into the personal grievances of the Bengali elite, the role of the Jagat Seth banking family, and how a single day in June reshaped the political landscape of South Asia…
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