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Siyar al-mutaʾakhkhirin 12.23.2

A Translation of the Seir Mutaqherin (Haji Mustafa) 12.23.2

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12.23.2

and intelligence coming that Mustapha-qhan had retired to Chunar-ghur, a famous fortress in those parts, the uncle and nephew put an end to their pursuit, and returned towards Azim-abad, from whence the former continued his route to Bengal, to be there in time against the incursions of the Marhattas. This retreat afforded Mustapha-qhan leisure to repair his artillery and his arms, to cure his wounded, and to assemble recruits and auxiliaries from all parts. The Governor did the same on his side in Azim-abad, and employed his time in recruiting his army, gaining the hearts of his soldiery, quieting the minds of the husbandmen, cherishing the farmer, and making every military preparation for the ensuing campaign.