The Anglo-Mysore Wars were four major conflicts in the 18th century between the British East India Company and Mysore rulers, shaping colonial dominance in South India.
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- Series of four wars fought between 1767 and 1799 between Mysore and British East India Company with shifting alliances involving Marathas and Hyderabad
- Mysore under Haidar Ali and Tipu Sultan emerged as strong regional power, challenging British expansion and control over South Indian trade routes
- First war ended with Treaty of Madras 1769, restoring territories and marking Mysore as a major military force against British interests
- Second war triggered by treaty violations, ended with Treaty of Mangalore 1784, maintaining status quo without decisive victory for either side
- Third war resulted in Treaty of Seringapatam 1792, forcing Tipu Sultan to cede nearly half of Mysore territory to British and allies
- Fourth war in 1799 led to death of Tipu Sultan and fall of Seringapatam, ending Mysore resistance and establishing British dominance
- Wars highlighted importance of alliances, modern military tactics and European support, especially French backing to Mysore forces