Battle of Pangal
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| Battle of Pangal | |||||||||
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Vijayanagar Empire |
Golconda Sultanate | ||||||||
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 Krishnadevaraya[4] |
 Quli Qutb Shah | ||||||||
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30000 Infantry 3000 Cavalry | Unknown | ||||||||
  Location within India | |||||||||
The Battle of Pangal was a significant military engagement between the forces of the
Qutb Shahi dynasty, in 1512 A.D. It took place in the vicinity of Pangal fort, marked by strategic shifts in control over the years.[1][2]
Background
The region surrounding Pangal was fraught with political tensions, with successive powers vying for control. The fort changed hands multiple times, reflecting the volatile nature of the area.
Battle
The forces of
Vijayanagar king, confronted Quli Qutb Shah's Golconda army near Pangal.[5] The battle was characterized by fierce combat and strategic maneuvering, with both sides deploying cavalry, archers, and infantry. Despite initial successes, Krishnadevaraya's forces eventually retreated, leaving a small garrison to defend the fort.[7]
Aftermath
Following the battle, Pangal remained under the control of the
Qutb Shahi dynasty. The fort's significance persisted through subsequent centuries, serving as a residence for nobles and hosting dignitaries like Nizam Ali Khan.[5] Its strategic location along rivers contributed to its military and administrative importance, shaping the region's history and governance.[1][2][3]
References
- ^ ISBN 978-0-230-60344-8.
- ^ a b c d Sharma, M. H. Rama (1956). The History Of The Vijayanagar Empire. p. 121.
- ^ a b c Rocco, Sha (1960). Golconda and the Qutb Shahs. Printed at the "Civil and Military Gazette" Press. p. 6.
- ^ history of the decan. Mittal Publications. 1990. p. 172."The first campaign of the new Sultan was an unprovoked one, against Krishna Deva Raya, of Vijayanagar. After a great battle near Pangal, in which the Hindoos were worsted, the Sultan succeeded in capturing the two forts of Kovilconda and Ganpoora, and then returned with a considerable amount of plunder"
- ^ ISBN 978-81-206-0543-5.
- ^ Chandraiah, K. (1998). Hyderabad, 400 Glorious Years. K. Chandraiah Memorial Trust. p. 4.
- ISBN 978-81-206-0125-3.