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An account of the Victory of Peshwa Bajirao over Nasir Jung
With Allusions to Mastani, Chimaji , Nana Saheb & Brahm Swami
With Allusions to Mastani, Chimaji , Nana Saheb & Brahm Swami
There are over half a dozen letters translated from Marathi into English, quoted in this post.
This post also includes detailed description of Bajirao's stay in Delhi in 1737 when he was contemplating burning Delhi to teach a lesson to the Mughal Emperor, as he was angry with him over an issue. This post explains the reasons of his anger too.
Few days back i came across a FB post which had quoted a book by a historian, describing how Peshwa was defeated by Nasir Jung. The book had quoted some references to support the claim. In this post, the references given in that book have been examined. After proving those references incorrect, more original contemporary references are provided which actually prove the victory of Bajirao over Nasir Jung in the last battle of his life, fought in 1740. Lot of original Marathi documents are quoted in this post. So, this post is also a rebuttal to what was written by that author.
This post also throws light on the close bond which the two brothers - Bajirao and Chimaji shared. Both of them, even after staying away on different campaigns used to keep each other updated about their actions, and were always ready to help one another when ever required. Especially, Chimaji's importance in life of Bajirao & his son Nana Saheb is explained in this post.
Along with Chimaji, there is a mention of Mastani also. Those who have seen the movie Bajirao Mastani may remember the last war which the Peshwa made with Nasir Jung while Mastani was under imprisonment. This post lists the sad state of mind of the Peshwa during that time.
Some lines are also present for the teacher of Peshwa and Chimaji - Brahm Swami. I wrote about Brahm Swami in my last thread too, during the discussions. :)
In addition to the above things, the post is a demonstration of the solid character, wit & sharp brain possessed by the fighting Peshwa. There is a very long letter written by him to his brother Chimaji in 1737. The translation of entire letter is present in this post. Thanks is due to Maddy who has beautifully translated all these Marathi letters for me & to Radhika for enriching the contents of this post.
In this letter we get a glimpse of his personality. If you remember the first thread (this is 2nd) which i made in this forum, i had listed his personality traits. If you keep that post in mind and read the present post, you will see it all coming in front of eyes.
For example :
i. In the letter in the present post, the Peshwa talks with great respect about his enemy Khan Dauran (as was mentioned in the last post, that out of respect for the old age of Nizam, the Peshwa agreed to leave him at peace for some time!)
ii. The Peshwa wanted to burn Delhi but ultimately he did not burn it saying that Delhi is a great city and what will he gain by destroying such a city ? His anger is with the Mughal Emperor and not the city of Delhi or its inhabitants.
iii. The Peshwa keeps a close eye on his enemies' movements. He writes such minute details about his enemies to his brother in the letter that one thinks that he was watching his enemies through his own eyes!!
iv. The letter demonstrates the fearless and no nonsense approach of Rau. He writes to his brother that- " He will harass his enemy, hoodwink them, and if they come to fight him he will destroy them. There is no need to worry about him (his life)." A strong belief in himself.
v. The Peshwa's strong belief was accompanied with his confidence. There is a very fine line between idiocy and confidence. The Peshwa knew this line well. In this letter, he tells his brother of the reasons why he did not attack his enemy at Agra and chose to attack them near Delhi. As i wrote in the last post, he not only knew when to fight, but also knew when NOT to fight. And he brought the enemy out of its srong hold to a position he decided to carry the battle. These are some of his traits which can not be missed.
There are more such character traits of the Peshwa which come out in open after going through the letter. I leave it to you all to read the post and pick up your favorite parts. :D
There are also references to Nadir Shah's plunder and destruction of Delhi ; and the Peshwa, in a a letter written to Chimaji says that he wanted to go to Delhi to get rid of that 'monster' - as the presence of a "foreigner" in Hindustan was not a good omen. How history would have been if Bajirao had gone and routed Nadir Shah ? He was confident of repulsing Nadir!
Note :
Peshwa considered the territory till the Fort of Attock (now in Pakistan) as Hindustan and that it belonged to the natives of this land.
Without further wait -
Here is the link to the present post. Let the action unfold :
https://mariam-uz-zamani.blogspot.in/2017/02/victory-of-peshwa-bajirao-on-nizam-nasir-jung-and-allusions-to-mastani-chimaji-brahmendra-swami.html#.WKROWjh2m1t
Last Thread Link :
Shrimant Peshwa Bajirao Ballal | Life of a Genius and his Feats
https://www.indiaforums.com/forum/topic/4790301
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