Fateh Singh Gaekwad vs George II of Great Britain

Fateh Singh Gaekwad became the Maharaja of Baroda as an infant after the death of his father. His reign was controlled by a regency council, with the British East India Company exerting influence.

Due to his infancy, Fateh Singh Gaekwad's rule was administered by a regency led by his mother and ministers. The regency managed state affairs and maintained relations with the Maratha Peshwa and the British.

Fateh Singh Gaekwad died at the age of 11, ending his short reign. His death led to a succession crisis in Baroda, with the British eventually installing a new ruler.

George II involved Britain in the War of the Austrian Succession, fighting against France and Spain. British forces achieved victories at Dettingen and Fontenoy. The war ended with the Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle in 1748, which returned conquered territories.

George II personally led British and allied forces to victory over the French at Dettingen in Bavaria. He was the last British monarch to command troops in battle. This victory was part of the War of the Austrian Succession.

George II faced a major Jacobite rebellion led by Charles Edward Stuart (Bonnie Prince Charlie). The rebels advanced into England but were defeated at the Battle of Culloden in 1746. This ended the Stuart threat to the Hanoverian throne.

George II died of an aortic dissection at Kensington Palace at age 76. He was buried in Westminster Abbey. His death passed the throne to his grandson George III. His reign saw the expansion of British colonial power.