There is so little research on the overseas military operations undertaken by Indian rulers and the motivations for the same. It is here that this book by Mr Venkatesh Rangan fills a much needed gap in our understanding of our past. It is a unique work and the first of its kind.
– Vice Admiral A R Karve, PVSM, AVSM
Venkatesh Rangan’s “Bharat’s military conquests in Foreign lands” is a highly researched work that
carries forward this process of psychological decolonization…” – Anand Ranganathan, Scientist and Author
About the Book:
Between 900 BCE and 1680 CE, at least 21 military expeditions were launched by Indian rulers across raging seas and beyond the most formidable mountains to far-off foreign lands. There, Indian fleets and armies clashed with some of the mightiest military powers of human history. This myth-busting book provides a thrilling yet true account of these expeditions and explores what they tell us about the “Indic strategic mindset” from a historical perspective.
Kalpana (verified owner) –
Venkatesh Rangan, a banker and historian, has made history interesting through his fluid narrative style. Author of three books, he has explored unknown territories, unwritten by historians.
In this book, he details the bravery, initiative and actions of ‘Chakravartis’ who invaded foreign lands by land and sea to establish order in these faraway lands and enrich their culture.
Venkatesh should be lauded for undertaking intense research and quoting from ancient texts, both Indian and foreign, to authenticate the facts in the book. A must read for history enthusiasts and proud Indians raring to read about their rich ancient legacy.
Rajesh K Singh –
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