Capture of the Grand Mughal Fleet (1695 AD)

Capture of the Grand Mughal Fleet (Pirates vs Mughal Empire) took place in 1695 AD during Golden Age of Piracy.

Battle facts

Year: 1695 AD
Date: 1695-09-07
Era: Early Modern
Conflict: Golden Age of Piracy
Side A: Pirates
Side B: Mughal Empire
Commanders (A): Henry Every, Thomas Tew, Richard Want, Joseph Faro, Thomas Wake
Commanders (B): Muhammad Ibrahim
Casualties: approx. Several crew members killed25 ships captured Several crew members captured and killed
Outcome: Pirate victory Mughal Fleet seized Pirates acquire £300,000–£600,000 in precious metals and jewels
Coordinates: 12.660°, 43.421°