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In 1780 — 57 years before Rani Lakshmibai was even born.

2027-03-08

Rani Velu Nachiyar was the first Indian ruler to defeat the British East India Company. In 1780 — 57 years before Rani Lakshmibai was even born. She trained women soldiers, built an explosive device, and drove the British forces out of Sivaganga. She is almost completely unknown outside Tamil Nadu.

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