History of Aurangzib, Based on Original Sources v4.c64.s9.12

v4.c64.s9.12

Khan-i-Jahan continued the siege of Ramsej for some months more, delivered another assault which failed, and then gave up the siege after burning down the wooden tower built with so much labour and cost. The exultant Marathas crowded the walls, beating their drums for joy and taunting the retreating Mughals in the foulest language, (October 1682.)*