Explore the captivating story of Hemu, a historical figure who rose from a humble background to challenge the mighty Mughal Empire and briefly seize the throne of Delhi. This historical fiction narrative delves into Hemu’s strategic brilliance, his battles, and the enduring legacy that inspired future generations. Discover how his vision of a unified and independent India has influenced the nation’s identity and struggle for sovereignty. Hemu's story is a testament to resilience, leadership, and the power of a single individual's impact on history. Hemu, Battle of Panipat, Mughal Empire, Indian history, North India ruler, historical fiction, rise to power, Indian independence, Delhi throne, strategic leadership, Hemu’s legacy, resistance movement, India’s unification, visionary leader, courage and resilience, Hemu’s story, forgotten hero, Mughal challenge, Indian sovereignty, Hemu’s impact

Battles Are Central To Warfare. This Book Describes Twelve Great Battles Which Changed The Course Of India`S History. The Book Takes Recent Researches Into Technology, Military Theory And Demography Into Account; The Author Also Moves Freely Across Space And Time In His Analyses. Could Paurava And Alexander`S Clash On The Jhelum In 326 Bc Have Anything In Common With The Normandy Landings Of June 1944? Do Events In 1557, When Hemu Was Fighting The Mughals, Remind Us Of The Siege Of Leningrad In 1943? Was The Japanese Response To Netaji`S Ina Affected By The Presence Of Chiang Kai Sheik?.

On Hem Chandra, d. 1556, commander of the Sur military campaigns against the Mogul Empire, 1554-1556.

Asia in the past nurtured great civilisations and cultures, some of which withstood the onslaughts of the mighty West. After suffering from the evils of colonial rule, Asia today is poised to occupy the centre stage of the world arena, with India, China and Japan playing leading role. In this context, it is all the more necessary for college and university students in Asia and the west to acquaint themselves with the history of Asia. Hence this book. The book is different from others of this genre, as it connects the ancient and medieval Asia with the modern world. It ideals with the history of each country in its geographical setting with the interaction and impact of neighbouring countries. Early migrations, settlements, formation of kingdoms and empires, socio-economic aspects of Islamic conquests and the advent of Western powers are all accounted for. The modern period (up to 2004) is treated in a detailed manner covering topics like colonisation, impact of Western civilisation, the rise of nationalism and the achievement of independence. The current history highlights subversion of democracies, ushering in of military rule, ethnic conflicts, movements for the restoration of democracy, oppression of minorities, economic issues, nuclear proliferation and the war on terror -- all in a fascinating manner -- with maps, bibliography, and an index to stimulate reader's interest.