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199. Robbing the World’s Wealthiest Dynasty

Empire

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The Mughal Empire's Wealth and European Ambitions

This chapter explores the immense riches of the Mughal Empire and its interactions with European powers, focusing on trade dynamics in the strategic port of Surat. Additionally, it highlights the challenges faced by the Mughals, such as piracy, amid their efforts to establish trade relations with the English during Portuguese decline.

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