Nepal's Forgotten King: King Rana Bahadur Shah and the 1806 Bhandarkhal Massacre

This episode explores the turbulent reign of King Rana Bahadur Shah of Nepal, who abdicated the throne, became an ascetic, and then returned to power in 1804, only to be assassinated in 1806. We delve into his controversial policies, his conflict with the regent Queen Rajeshwari, and the bloody Bhandarkhal massacre that followed his death. The episode sheds light on the political intrigue and power struggles that shaped Nepal's early Shah dynasty, setting the stage for the Anglo-Nepal War. Listeners will learn about Rana Bahadur's dramatic life, his alliance with the British against Tibet, and the rise of Bhimsen Thapa.

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