Historical Figure
Ranjit Singh
1780–1839
Maharaja of the Sikh Empire from 1801 to 1839
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Biography
Ranjit Singh, born as Buddh Singh, was the founder and first maharaja of the Sikh Empire, ruling from 1801 until his death in 1839.
Timeline
The story of Ranjit Singh, told in moments.
Fought his first battle at age ten. By twelve, after his father's death, he commanded the Misl. He was illiterate but a gifted tactician.
Captured Lahore at 18. It became his capital. He was crowned Maharaja of the Sikh Empire in 1801. He unified the Punjab under one rule for the first time.
Acquired the Koh-i-Noor diamond. He wore it on his arm. His empire stretched from the Khyber Pass to the Sutlej River. The British, expanding from the east, considered him the one leader they couldn't easily defeat.
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