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200. The East India Company’s Global Manhunt

Empire

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Piracy and Power: The Mughal Crisis

This chapter explores the devastating impact of a British attack on the Mughal fleet, focusing on the dishonor inflicted upon the Mughal emperor's family. It details the violent aftermath of this attack, including the abduction of the emperor's granddaughter and the genocidal actions taken by the English forces, which escalate tensions between the British and the Mughals. As the East India Company grapples with its precarious position, the chapter emphasizes the diplomatic maneuvers attempted to quell the emperor's fury and restore trade relations in a time of crisis.

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