The Battle of Plassey: How Bengal Fell to the East India Company

In this episode of The History of Bangladesh, Lucas and Luna revisit one of the most pivotal turning points in Bengal's history: the Battle of Plassey in 1757. They explore how the British East India Company, led by Robert Clive, exploited the ambitions of a disgruntled commander named Mir Jafar to overthrow the Nawab of Bengal, Siraj-ud-Daulah. The conversation delves into the backroom deals, the betrayal at the battlefield, and the lasting consequences of a battle that was less a clash of armies and more a coup d'état. Lucas explains the political landscape of 18th-century Bengal, the triggers for conflict—including the Black Hole of Calcutta—and how Plassey opened the door to British colonial rule that would impoverish the region for two centuries. This deep dive offers a fresh angle on a well-known event, tying it to the broader tragedy of subcontinental colonialism. No previous episode has covered the East India Company's machinations in Bengal, making this essential listening for anyone following the arc of Bangladesh's history.

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