The Akbarī Generations 5.9

5.9

On the morning of Friday, [2nd] Muharram, 964 H. (5 November, 1556), the intelligence of his march was brought in from the advanced guard, and the generals marshalled their forces to receive the attack. Husain Kuli Beg and * * * * other brave officers fought bravely, and defeated their adversaries. Himun then advanced with his elephants, and made such a determined charge on the Imperial army that the left wing was shaken. But by the exertions of the brave archers and by resolute use of spear and sword, firmness was restored. Himun then drew off his forces, and made an assault upon the centre, which was under the command of Khan-zaman. He led all his elephants against the Khan's men, who received him with showers of arrows. An arrow pierced the eye of Himun, and came out at the back of his head. When those who were fighting under him saw his condition, their hands were paralyzed, and they broke. The Imperial forces pursued them, and cut many to pieces.