Campaign against Dhoondia Waug
| Campaign against Dhoondia Waug | |
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| 1800 | |
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| East India Company | Dhoondia Waug's Marathas |
| Result: British victory | |
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| Category: Category:Minor Campaigns | |
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Summary
Following the capture of Seringapatnam Dhoondia Waug, a Maratha leader, was released from prison and, describing himself as King of the Two Worlds, went north where he plundered the countryside. Arthur Wellesley pursued him with a field force and eventually defeated him at Conagul.
External Links
Historical books on-line
The Military and Political Life of Arthur Wellesley: Duke of Wellington 1852 Dhoondia Campaign archive.org