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Mir Madan

Nawab's artillery commander at Plassey

He fought on Siraj's side at Plassey and was fatally wounded in battle.

Context

Frontline engagement at the Battle of Plassey, 23 June 1757.

Mir Madan

Contribution

He fought on Siraj's side at Plassey and was fatally wounded in battle.

Impact

His death weakened the fighting will of Siraj's camp and shifted battlefield momentum.

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1757

Battle of Plassey

The Battle of Plassey in 1757 marked a decisive shift in Bengal's political destiny. A short military encounter turned into a structural transfer of power as the East India Company used alliance, betrayal, and financial leverage to secure influence in Bengal. The aftermath reshaped governance, revenue extraction, and sovereignty, laying the foundation for long-term colonial rule.