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Yar Latif Khan

Nawab's Military Commander

He was among the principal commanders in Siraj ud-Daulah's army during Plassey.

Context

Command structure of the Nawab's forces in 1757.

Contribution

He was among the principal commanders in Siraj ud-Daulah's army during Plassey.

Impact

His role is part of the larger command breakdown that enabled Company victory.

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Appears In Events

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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.