A History of the Mahrattas v2.c32.32

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v2.c32.32

Sindia’s embarrassments—His impolitic conduct—Sequestrates many of the Jagheers—consequent enmity of the Mahomedan chiefs.— Mohummud Beg Humadanee.—Sindia levies tribute from the Rajpoots—The Rajpoots revolt—attack and rout Sindia’s troops under Ryajee Patell.—Sindia takes the field—difficulties of the by Kummur-ud-deen.—Lord Cornwallis reduces the forts between Bangalore and Gurumcondah.—Moghuls unable to reduce Gurumcondah, leave a party to mask it, which is surprised.—Pureshrum Bhow’s scheme of reducing Bednore.—Battle of Simoga.—Admirable conduct of Captain Little.—Simoga capitulates.—Pureshrum Bhow advances towards Bednore, but retires with precipitation.—Operations at Seringapatam.—Peace concluded with Tippoo.—Cause of Pureshrum Bhow’s retreat explained.—The armies return to their respective territories.—Distress of Pureshrum Bhow’s army . . . . . . pp. 192-214