mughal empire

By martin romero
  • Apr 21, 1526

    The Battle of Panipat

    The Battle of Panipat
    marks the beginning of the Mughal Empire. The forces of Babur, a Central Asian ruler who was descended from the Mongol conqueror Genghis Khan, defeat the Lodi Empire of Northern India. This is one of the earliest battles to involve gunpowder, firearms, and field artillery. Babur's rule is marked by ongoing wars of aggression, which prevent him from stabilizing his empire.
  • Jan 3, 1530

    Humayun's succession

    Humayun's succession
    Due to instability within the empire, Babur's death in 1530 leads to difficulties with his son Humayun's succession
  • Jan 1, 1531

    Mahdi Khwaja

    Mahdi Khwaja
    , Mahdi Khwaja, and, though they are defeated, it signals Humayun's weakness. Humayun gains the throne in 1531.
  • Jan 25, 1540

    Sher Shah Suri

    Sher Shah Suri
    the leader of the rival Sur dynasty, drives Humayun out of India and seizes power in 1540. Humayun takes refuge with the Safavid rulers in Persia, which serves to create a strong bond with the two dynasties.
  • Jul 23, 1555

    Humayun takes advantage....

    Humayun takes advantage....
    On July 23, 1555, Humayun takes advantage of the deaths of both Sher Shah Suri and his son and successor, Islam Shah, to march an army provided by his Persian allies back to India. He puts the army under the leadership of Bairam Khan, who proves himself a much more skilled tactician.
  • Jan 27, 1556

    the retakes delhi for homayun.

    the retakes delhi for homayun.
    retakes Delhi for Humayun and restores the Mughals to power. On January 27, 1556, shortly after retaking power, Humayun stops for daily prayer in the middle of carrying books down a flight of stairs and trips. He is fatally injured and dies three days later.
  • Nov 5, 1556

    Akbar

    Akbar
    Humayun's son, Akbar, succeeds him under a regent, Bairam Khan, the general who had won victory for his father. The rival Sur Dynasty once again attempts to seize power. On November 5, 1556, under Bairam Khan, the Mughal army defeats the Surs and solidifies Akbar's control.
  • Jan 31, 1561

    Akbar strips Bairam Khan of the regency.

    Akbar strips Bairam Khan of the regency.
    On January 31, 1561, under the guidance of his mother and other supporters, Akbar strips Bairam Khan of the regency, and Khan is assassinated on a journey to Mecca. Akbar is now in full control of the empire. He is known for developing trade with Europe, developing a strong system of administration, and growing the economy. He is able to acquire flintlock guns from Europe, which give him a huge military advantage.