1504 - Cochin
One of the most lopsided battles in history. The Portuguese had 150 men and 3 ships along with their Cochin allies (perhaps 5k) taking on the Raja of Calicut's 65K!

0:07: ⚔️ Struggle for Power: Cochin's Alliance with the Portuguese against Calicut
4:57: ⚔️ Portuguese military commander's strategic moves in the Indian Ocean against local forces.
8:34: ⚔️ Strategic battle preparations between Samudri of Calicut and the Portuguese in early 1504.
12:30: ⚔️ Naval battle at low tide results in failed attacks and high casualties for Calicut.
16:25: ⚔️ Battle between Portuguese and Raja forces at Aral Island unfolds with strategic maneuvers.
20:51: ⚔️ Battlefield conditions hinder Zamorin's army as they face Portuguese defenses in a large assault.
25:04: ⚔️ Decisive victories lead to the abdication of the king of Calicut and retreat of his army.

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