The Battle of Buxar and Its Hidden Impact

The British East India Company secretly controlled Bengal's entire economy after winning just one battle in 1764. The Battle of Buxar wasn't just another colonial victory, it was the moment a trading company became the ruler of 20 million people. They defeated the combined forces of three Indian rulers in a single day, then quietly took over tax collection across Bengal. This one battle generated more wealth for Britain than decades of traditional trade, funding their future conquests across India.