Shivaji's Navy and the Battle of Janjira

After decades of land campaigns, Shivaji Maharaj turned his gaze to the sea. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the creation of the Maratha navy under the leadership of Darya Sarang, the construction of the Konkan fleet, and the dramatic 1679 naval battle of Khanderi—a clash that pitted Maratha warships against the formidable Siddi of Janjira, who were backed by the Mughals. They discuss how Shivaji's naval strategy was a direct challenge to Aurangzeb's control of the western coast, the role of the English and Portuguese in this maritime chess game, and why the Maratha fleet, though short-lived, marked a turning point in Indian naval history. From the capture of Underi to the heroic defense of Khanderi, this episode uncovers a lesser-known facet of the Maratha Empire's rise: its struggle for supremacy on the high seas. #ShivajiMaharaj #MarathaNavy #BattleOfKhanderi #DaryaSarang #SiddiOfJanjira #Aurangzeb #MarathaEmpire #IndianHistory #NavalHistory #Konkan #Underi #Khanderi #Janjira #MughalIndia #17thCentury #MarathaNavalPower #FexingoHistory #History Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo