About Bahadur Khan
Bahadur Khan was a governor.
Bahadur Khan Kokaltash (; died 23 November 1697) was a foster-brother to the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb and the Subahdar of Lahore, Burhanpur and the Deccan. Aurangzeb had two foster-brothers, the other being Fidai Khan Koka, of which Bahadur Khan was Aurangzeb's favourite. He was one of the military commanders of the Mughals who assisted in the defeat of the Maratha Confederacy in one major battle, and won three major battles in his involvement in the Mughal–Maratha Wars. His tomb is located in Lahore, in present-day Pakistan. His father Mir Abu’l-Ma'ali was given the title of Sayyid-e-Khafi" by Aurangzeb.
Biography Bahadur Khan Kokaltash, full name Nawab Khan-e-Jahan Bahadur Zafar Jung Kokaltash, was the Mughal Governor, noble and Military Commander of the Mughal Empire during the reign of emperor Aurangzeb. He is first mentioned in historical records as a senior military general and foster brother of Aurangzeb.
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Important facts
Frequently asked questions
Who was Bahadur Khan?
mughal Nobleman and General
When did Bahadur Khan die?
Bahadur Khan died on 23 November 1697 in Lahore.
What was Bahadur Khan's occupation?
Bahadur Khan was a governor.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bahadur Khan (Mughal general)
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