A History of the Mahrattas v1.c30.69
A History of the Mahrattas v1.c30.69
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After this success Trimbuck Rao invested Seringapatam, but being almost destitute of men capable of working his guns, the attempt was conducted with more than the usual absurdity of a Mahratta siege. It was disapproved by Mahdoo Rao whose object was to possess himself of Bednore and Soonda during the ensuing season. Trimbuck Rao, after wasting five weeks before Seringapatam, retired in the middle of April to Turry Ghuree,⁴ keeping a strong garrison in Belloor, and exacting heavy contributions in various directions.