| Siege of Lohkot (1015) | |||||||
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| Part of Ghaznavid invasions | |||||||
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| Belligerents | |||||||
| Ghaznavid Empire | Lohara dynasty | ||||||
| Commanders and leaders | |||||||
| Mahmud of Ghazni | Sangramraja of Kashmir | ||||||
| Casualties and losses | |||||||
| Mahmud suffered heavy casualties while retreating to Ghazna[3][2] | |||||||
One of Mahmud's notable military campaigns during this period was the Siege of Lohkot in A.D. 1015. Positioned strategically in the Kashmir Valley, Lohkot (Iron Fort) presented a formidable challenge to Mahmud's forces due to its impregnable defenses. Despite persistent efforts, harsh winter conditions and reinforced defences compelled Mahmud to abandon the siege and retreat to Ghazni.[4]
While Mahmud's campaigns were marked by some territorial gains, they also encountered setbacks. Despite setbacks, Mahmud's military endeavours played a crucial role in consolidating his power and expanding the influence of the Ghaznavids in the Indian subcontinent.
- ^ History of India 1000 A D to 1707 A D. p. 16.
- ^ a b Ramakrishnan, S. (2001). History and Culture of the Indian People, Volume 05, The Struggle For Empire. Public Resource. Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan. pp. 11–13.
- ^ S N Sen (1987). Ancient Indian history and civilization. p. 330.
- ^ Mohan, Krishna (1981). Early Medieval History of Kashmir: With Special Reference to the Loharas, A.D. 1003-1171. Meharchand Lachhmandas Publications.