Hans-Valentin Hube vs Malhar Rao Holkar

Hube commanded the XIV Panzer Corps during the Allied invasion of Sicily. He organized a successful evacuation of German forces across the Strait of Messina, saving over 40,000 troops despite Allied air and naval superiority.

Hube was killed in a plane crash near Salzburg, Austria, on April 21, 1944, after being promoted to command of the 1st Panzer Army. His death was a significant loss to the German armored forces.

Malhar Rao Holkar was appointed as the Maratha subedar (governor) of Malwa by Peshwa Baji Rao I. This marked the beginning of his independent command and the foundation of the Holkar dynasty.

Malhar Rao Holkar participated in the Maratha raid on Delhi under Baji Rao I. The Marathas attacked the Mughal capital, demonstrating their military reach and weakening Mughal prestige.

Malhar Rao Holkar commanded Maratha forces in the siege and capture of Vasai from the Portuguese. The victory ended Portuguese dominance in the northern Konkan region.

Malhar Rao Holkar established Indore as the capital of his domain, building a fort and administrative center. This city became the seat of the Holkar dynasty for generations.

Malhar Rao Holkar fought in the Maratha campaign against the Nizam at Udgir. The Marathas defeated the Nizam, forcing him to cede territories and pay tribute.

Malhar Rao Holkar commanded a Maratha contingent at the Third Battle of Panipat against the Afghan army of Ahmad Shah Durrani. The Marathas suffered a catastrophic defeat, and Holkar was one of the few senior commanders to escape.