Nepal's 1791 Tibet War: The Gorkha Invasion of Shigatse
In 1788 and 1791, the newly unified Gorkha kingdom of Nepal launched two invasions of Tibet, clashing with the Qing empire over trade, border disputes, and the flow of Tibetan silver and salt. This episode follows the Gorkha march to Shigatse, the sacking of the Tashilhunpo Monastery, and the epic Qing counter-invasion led by Fuk'anggan. We explore the role of the Tashi Lama's brother, the rival Newar and Tibetan merchant networks, and how the subsequent peace treaty redrew Nepal's northern frontier—a settlement that shaped Kathmandu's delicate balancing act between China and British India for centuries. Along the way, we consider the logistical nightmare of the Himalayan passes and the legends of Gorkha bravery that emerged from the snows.
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