Battle of Plassey

1757 • Bengalen Feldschlacht

Historical Overview

Decisive British victory in India, laying the foundation for the British Raj.

Quick Facts

Outcome:British victory.

British East India Company

Commander: Robert Clive
Strength: ca. 3.000
Casualties: ca. 20

Bengal & France

Commander: Siraj-ud-Daulah
Strength: ca. 50.000
Casualties: ca. 500

Strategic Context

Power struggle between the East India Company and the Nawab of Bengal (supported by France).

Conflict / War

Seven Years' War

Overwhelming Prussian victory.

Historical Locations

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