Battle Field of Khanwa, 1527 AD

India / Uttar Pradesh / Fatehpur Sikri /
 battlefield, place with historical importance, draw only border

The Battle of Khanwa also spelled as Khanua in some texts, was the second in a series of three major battles, victories in which gave Zahir ud-Din Babur overlordship over North India. The Battle of Panipat was the first of the series, the Battle of Ghaghra was the last. This battle was fought near the village of Khanwa, about 60 km south-west of Agra on March 17, 1527. Babur defeated a formidable army raised by "Rana Sanga" of Mewar in this 10 hour battle and firmly established his rule over northern India.
The Pic. (a miniature from Baburnama) above is of Mughal Babur, I couldn't found Rana Sanga's photo or painting. If anyone find one, you are most welcome to add it here.
For more details i have given wikipedia link:
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Coordinates:   27°1'28"N   77°31'20"E
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