A History of the Mahrattas v1.c18.120

v1.c18.120

The Mankurees began to profess obedience to the descendant of Sivajee, and sometimes joined his standard; but they always plundered on their own account when an opportunity offered. The Ghorepurays committed great devastations along the eastern confines of Maharashtra, from the Godavery to the Kistna. The revenues raised by the Emperor in the Deccan had become very inconsiderable, and, to support his army and the splendour of his court, he drew vast treasures from Hindoostan; caravans after caravans were poured into the Deccan—the Mahrattas frequently intercepted them, and the imperial troops on many occasions behaved in the most dastardly manner.