Shivaji's Forgotten Navy: The Maratha Fleet That Defied the Mughals and Europeans

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the often-overlooked naval achievements of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. While Shivaji is famous for his guerrilla tactics and fort conquests, his vision extended to the sea. They delve into the creation of the Maratha navy under the command of Darya Sarang, the construction of coastal forts like Vijaydurg and Suvarnadurg, and the strategic challenges posed by the Siddi of Janjira and European powers such as the Portuguese and British. The episode also covers the legendary sea battle of Khanderi in 1679, where the Maratha fleet repelled a combined Mughal-Siddi assault, and the long-term impact of Shivaji's naval policy on later Maratha admirals like Kanhoji Angre. Listeners will gain a new perspective on Shivaji's comprehensive state-building, which recognized that control of the coast was vital for Swarajya's survival. #ShivajiMaharaj #MarathaNavy #DaryaSarang #Vijaydurg #Suvarnadurg #Janjira #Siddi #Khanderi #BattleOfKhanderi #Konkan #Swarajya #MarathaEmpire #NavalHistory #IndianHistory #17thCentury #Aurangzeb #MughalEmpire #FexingoHistory #HindaviSwarajya #RaigadFort Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo