History of Aurangzib, Based on Original Sources v2.c29.83
History of Aurangzib, Based on Original Sources v2.c29.83
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On 6th December, 1659, Shuja came in front of Mir Jumla's position. After spending some days in cannonade and skirmishing, he attacked the right bridge with all his force on 15th December and seized its head. In this obstinate contest both sides lost heavily. Their gallant leader Ekkataz Khan being slain, the Imperialists fled to their own side of the nullah and burnt the bridge of boats to prevent pursuit. While this fight was raging, Mir Jumla crossed the