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1761 in Afghanistan

Explore 3 historical events and records for Afghanistan in 1761.

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Historical records for Afghanistan in 1761

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January

14 January 1761

Third Battle of Panipat

Durrani, Ahmad Shah · Panipat · Shah of Afghanistan · Government / Government of Afghanistan

Ahmad Shah defeats the Maratha army at Panipat and preserves Durrani influence in northern India.

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1761

Battle of Panipat

Durrani · Panipat · Warfare / Afghan War

Defeats the Maratha peoples Confederacy at Panipat

1761

Capture of Punjab

Durrani · Punjab · Warfare / Afghan War

Defeats the Maratha peoples Confederacy at Panipat

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