Bajirao I (born as Visaji, [1][2] Marathi: [ˈbaːdʑiɾaːʋ bəˈlːaːɭ̆]; 18 August 1700 – 28 April 1740) was the 7th Peshwa of the Maratha Confederacy. He was appointed Peshwa at the age of nineteen by Shahu I, following the death of his father, Balaji Vishwanath. [3] .

Baji Rao I, peshwa, or chief minister, of the Maratha confederacy (1720–40). His conquests were one of several contributors to the decay of the Mughal Empire. He was the first peshwa to take over the post hereditarily, and he significantly expanded the power and influence of the peshwa.

Bajirao I (also known as Visaji Bajirao Ballal[1][2]) was the 7th and most powerful Peshwa (prime minister) of the Maratha Empire. Born on August 18, 1700, he is regarded as one of the most energetic leaders in Maratha history, second only to Shivaji.

Mar 7, 2024 · Baji Rao's strategic brilliance secured victory, establishing Maratha dominance in Central India. Battle Tactics of Baji Rao I: Baji Rao's campaigns emphasized speed, surprise, and guerrilla warfare. Master of night raids, artillery usage, and adaptability, he transformed the Marathas into the dominant power in 18th-century India.

Baji Rao I was a skilled diplomat and negotiator, successfully forging alliances with various regional powers to expand the Maratha Empire. He was known for his physical prowess and agility, often leading his troops from the front during battles, inspiring loyalty and admiration among his soldiers.

Balaji Baji Rao (8 December 1720 – 23 June 1761), often referred to as Nana Saheb I, was the 8th Peshwa of the Maratha Confederacy. [2] He was appointed as Peshwa in 1740 upon the death of his father, the Peshwa Bajirao I. During his tenure, the Chhatrapati (Maratha Emperor) was a mere figurehead.

Peshwa Baji Rao I defeated the Nizam at the village of Palkhed near the city of Nasik and forced him to sign a treaty of Mungi Shevgaon on 6th March 1728, whereby the Nizam recognised Maratha authority, give up the cause of Sambhaji II forever, and the right to collect Chauth (tax) was recognised.

Baji Rao I, commonly known as Bajirao Ballal, was the seventh Peshwa of the Maratha Empire, born as Visaji on 18 August 1700 and died on 28 April 1740. During his twenty year reign as Peshwa, he conquered the Mughals and their vassal Nizam-ul-Mulk in wars such as the Battle of Delhi and the Battle of Bhopal.

Jan 3, 2025 · After the death of Peshwa Balaji Vishwanath in April 1720, Maratha ruler Chattrapati Shahuji I (January 1707 – December 1749) appointed Baji Rao I, the elder son of Balaji Vishwanath, as the seventh Maratha Peshwa. Peshwa Baji Rao I was a young man of twenty years with strong military skills and excellent leadership qualities.

Bajirao Ballal (Balaji) Bhat (18 August 1700 – 28 April 1740), also known as Bajirao I, was a noted general who served as Peshwa (Prime Minister) to the fourth Maratha Chhatrapati (Emperor) Chhatrapati Shahu Raje Bhonsle from 1720 until Bajirao's death. He is also known as Thorale (Marathi for Elder) Bajirao.