Occupation of Dubhoy
| Occupation of Dubhoy | ||
|---|---|---|
| Part of 1st Maratha War | ||
| Date: | 18-20 January 1780 | |
| Location: | Dabhoi, Gujarat | |
| Presidency: | Bombay | |
| Co-ordinates: | 22.12947°N 73.417539°E | |
| Result: | Annexation of territory | |
| Combatants | ||
| East India Company | Marathas | |
| Commanders | ||
| General Thomas Goddard | Fateh Singh Gaikwad | |
| Strength | ||
| 2,000 | ||
| Casualties | ||
This was an event during the 1st Maratha War
Gujarat Campaign
This was General Goddard's operation to reduce Maratha possessions south of the Tapti river. The major action was the capture of Dabhoi which was occupied when the enemy evacuated it overnight. A treaty was signed with the Gaikwad on 23 January.
External Links
History of the Marathas Google Books
Maratha Wars Heritage History
1st Maratha War Wikipedia
Campaign in Gujarat Google Books