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Gupta Campaigns of Samudragupta

335 CE – 375 CE

Samudragupta expanded the Gupta Empire across most of the Indian subcontinent through a series of military campaigns.

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Gupta Campaigns of Samudragupta

335 CE – 375 CE

Samudragupta expanded the Gupta Empire across most of the Indian subcontinent through a series of military campaigns. Known as the 'Indian Napoleon', he conquered nine kingdoms in northern India and forced twelve southern kings into tribute, ushering in India's classical golden age.

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