Shivaji's Final Days: Death and the Succession Crisis

In this episode, we explore Shivaji Maharaj's final years, his sudden death in 1680 at Raigad, and the immediate succession crisis that threatened the fledgling Maratha kingdom. Lucas and Luna discuss the mysterious circumstances surrounding Shivaji's death—whether from illness or poisoning—and the political maneuvering that followed. They cover the rivalry between his sons Sambhaji and Rajaram, the role of ministers like Annaji Datto, and how the Maratha empire survived the turbulence after its founder's passing. The episode also reflects on Shivaji's enduring legacy as a symbol of resistance and the foundation of Hindavi Swarajya, which influenced later Indian history. #ShivajiMaharaj #MarathaEmpire #DeathOfShivaji #SambhajiMaharaj #RajaramMaharashtra #RaigadFort #HindaviSwarajya #Aurangzeb #MarathaHistory #IndianHistory #17thCentury #SuccessionCrisis #AnnajiDatto #Yesubai #Chhatrapati #History #FexingoHistory #Podcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo