Siege of Jhansi
Rani Lakshmibai directs the defence of Jhansi as British forces begin their major siege of the city.
Role range: 1857-1858 – 1853-1858
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Lakshmibai Rani of Jhansi Biography and Timeline
Follow Lakshmibai Rani of Jhansi through 5 dated historical records for India.
Lakshmibai Rani of Jhansi, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1858–1858Years on this page
1858
Escape from Jhansi
Rani Lakshmibai escapes from Jhansi after British forces breach the city's defences.
Role range: 1857-1858 – 1853-1858
Battle of Kalpi
Rani Lakshmibai fights alongside other rebel forces at Kalpi before retreating toward Gwalior.
Role range: 1857-1858 – 1853-1858
Battle of Kotah-ki-Serai
Rani Lakshmibai is killed fighting British forces near Kotah-ki-Serai during the struggle for Gwalior.
Role range: 1857-1858 – 1853-1858
Capture of Gwalior
Rani Lakshmibai joins the rebel seizure of Gwalior, where resistance briefly gains a major fortress and arsenal.
Role range: 1857-1858 – 1853-1858
Records, sources and methodology
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