Shivaji Maharaj's Navy and the Battle of Khanderi

In this episode, Lucas and Luna dive into Shivaji Maharaj's often-overlooked naval ambitions, focusing on the 1679 Battle of Khanderi. Shivaji, known for his hill forts and guerrilla tactics, built a formidable navy to challenge the Siddi of Janjira, the Mughals, and even the Portuguese. Learn about Darya Sarang, his naval commander, the construction of the sea fort at Khanderi, and the intense confrontation with the Siddi fleet that nearly killed Shivaji. We explore how Shivaji's maritime strategy was essential for protecting the Konkan coast and securing Swarajya from European and Mughal threats. This episode reveals a lesser-known facet of the warrior king's genius: his vision for a naval force that could project power beyond the Sahyadris. #ShivajiMaharaj #MarathaNavy #KhanderiBattle #SiddiOfJanjira #DaryaSarang #KonkanCoast #HindaviSwarajya #MarathaEmpire #NavalHistory #IndianHistory #MughalEmpire #PortugueseIndia #SeaFort #BattleOfKhanderi #Swarajya #SouthAsia #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo