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Born in Varanasi to Moropant Tambe and Bhagirathi Bai.
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Her mother passed away when she was around four years old.
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Grew up in the Bithoor court of Peshwa Baji Rao II. Trained in horse riding, sword fighting, and military strategy.
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Married Maharaja Gangadhar Rao of Jhansi and became Rani Lakshmibai.
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The couple adopted a son, Damodar Rao, after the death of their biological child.
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The British East India Company, under the Doctrine of Lapse, refused to recognize Damodar Rao as heir and annexed Jhansi.
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Rani Lakshmibai prepared for a potential rebellion, training an army including women warriors.
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Revolt broke out against the British. Rani Lakshmibai took charge of Jhansi's defense.
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British forces, led by Sir Hugh Rose, attacked Jhansi. Rani Lakshmibai fought fiercely but was forced to flee.
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Joined forces with Tatya Tope and took control of Gwalior.
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Fought bravely against British forces in Kotah-ki-Serai, Gwalior, and died in battle.