Shivaji's Fort of Pratapgad and the Killing of Afzal Khan

In this episode, Lucas and Luna revisit the iconic battle of Pratapgad, where Shivaji Maharaj killed the Adil Shahi general Afzal Khan in 1659. They explore the events leading up to the encounter, the role of Shivaji's spy Bahirji Naik, the use of the wagh nakh (tiger claws), and how this victory cemented Shivaji's reputation and expanded his Swarajya. They also discuss the aftermath, including the Battle of Ghod Khind and the sacrifices of Baji Prabhu Deshpande. The conversation touches on the political context of the Deccan, the rivalry with the Mughals, and the symbolism of Pratapgad as a turning point in Maratha history. #ShivajiMaharaj #Pratapgad #AfzalKhan #WaghNakh #MarathaEmpire #Swarajya #HindaviSwarajya #BahirjiNaik #BajiPrabhuDeshpande #GhodKhind #AdilShahi #Bijapur #Sahyadri #GanimiKava #Mavala #Chhatrapati #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo