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The Battle of Ash-Sharki[1] was a historic naval battle that took place between the Umayyad forces led by Al-Junayd and the Indian forces led by Jai Singh on Ash Sharki Lake in Gujarat side. The battle was fought in the 8th century and resulted in a decisive victory for the Umayyad forces. The Arab fleet, with its superior naval tactics and weaponry was able to overpower the Indian fleet and ultimately leading to their defeat.[2]
Battle of Ash-Sharki | |||||||
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Part of Umayyad campaign in India | |||||||
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Jaisingh ![]() Sissa ![]() |
See also
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edit- ^ Mohamed nasr. Arab In Sind. p. 158.
- ^ Mahajan, Vidya Dhar; Mahajan, Savitri (1963). The Sultanate of Delhi. S. Chand. p. 13.