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Aurangzeb's Elephant Armies: War Beasts of the Mughal Empire
In this episode of Fexingo History, Lucas and Luna explore the role of war elephants in Aurangzeb's military campaigns. From the massive armored beasts that terrified enemies in the Deccan to the logistical nightmare of feeding and moving them, elephants were both a symbol of Mughal power and a practical weapon of war. Lucas tells the story of how Aurangzeb deployed these living tanks at key battles like the siege of Golconda, and how their presence shaped battle tactics. He also shares a remarkable account of an elephant's loyalty and the emperor's own relationship with his…
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