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1837 in India

Explore 5 historical events and records for India in 1837.

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Historical records for India in 1837

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April

30 April 1837

Battle of Jamrud

Nalwa, Hari Singh · Jamrud · Sikh Commander · Warfare / Military

Leads Sikh forces defending Jamrud against an Afghan attack.

30 April 1837

Defense of Jamrud Fort

Nalwa, Hari Singh · Jamrud · Sikh Commander · Warfare / Military

Dies after helping prevent the Afghan capture of the strategic fort.

September

28 September 1837

Death of Bahadur Shah II

Bahadur Shah II · House / House of Mogul

Death of Akbar Shah II, Bahadur Shah IIs father

28 September 1837

Succession

Bahadur Shah II · House / House of Mogul

Succeeds as Emperor of India

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1837

Death of Akbar II

Akbar II · House / House of Mogul

Death of Akbar Shah II

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