Shivaji's Navy: The Maratha Admiral Darya Sarang

In this episode, Lucas and Luna dive into the forgotten naval dimension of Shivaji Maharaj's Swarajya. They explore the rise of the Maratha navy under the command of Darya Sarang, a former shipwright who became Shivaji's admiral. Lucas explains how Shivaji, despite being a land-based warrior, understood the strategic importance of controlling the Konkan coast and building a fleet to challenge the Siddi of Janjira, the Portuguese, and the Mughals. The conversation covers the construction of warships at Vijaydurg and Suvarnadurg, the naval battles of Khanderi and Underi, and the innovative tactics that allowed the Maratha navy to punch above its weight. Lucas also discusses the tensions between Darya Sarang and his rival Daulat Khan, and how Shivaji navigated the complex politics of the Arabian Sea. The episode ends with a reflection on why this maritime history is often overlooked and what it means for understanding Shivaji's vision of a self-sufficient kingdom. #ShivajiMaharaj #MarathaNavy #DaryaSarang #Vijaydurg #Suvarnadurg #Khanderi #KonkanCoast #SiddiOfJanjira #Aurangzeb #MughalEmpire #MarathaEmpire #Swarajya #IndianHistory #NavalWarfare #ChhatrapatiShivaji #FexingoHistory #History #SouthAsia #HindaviSwarajya #RaigadFort Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo