The Anglo-Manipur War or Manipuri Rebellion of 1891 was a short armed conflict between the British Colonial Forces and the brave royal princes of Manipur Kingdom, Manipur was an independent kingdom at that time. The conflict began with a palace coup staged by the general (Senapati) of Manipur, ousting its reigning king, and installing a half-brother, the heir-apparent, in his place. The British government took objection to the action and attempted to arrest the general. The effort failed, with the Manipuri forces attacking the British residency and the resident and other British officials getting executed. The British launched a punitive expedition that lasted from 31 March to 27 April 1891. The general and other rebels were arrested and convicted. The British conquered Manipur and did not annex it under British India but governed it as a princely state till 1947.
Khongjom Day (Manipur)
Khongjom Day (Manipur)
On April 23, in the year 0, Khongjom Day (Manipur). This event is recorded as a Holidays event in the history of April 23, one of 445 recorded events on this date across all of history.
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- This event took place on April 23, 0 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Holidays event in recorded history.
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- Wikipedia source last updated on 27 February 2026.
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