The 18-Day War

Explore each day of the Kurukshetra War and discover the casualties, key events, and turning points of this epic conflict.

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Pandava Casualties

2

Kaurava Casualties

0

Mortally wounded by a spear thrown by Shalya through his body

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Killed by Bhishma using Brahmastra after a valiant fight; a heavenly announcement preceded his death

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2
Pandava Casualties

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Kaurava Casualties

1

4
Pandava Casualties

0

Kaurava Casualties

1

8
Pandava Casualties

1

Kaurava Casualties

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Killed by Alambusha who took the form of Garuda and cut off Iravan’s head with a sharp sword

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Pandava Casualties

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Kaurava Casualties

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Killed in a mace-fight by Dushasana's son after being disarmed and his chariot destroyed

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14
Pandava Casualties

3

Kaurava Casualties

2

Killed by Karna with Indrastra

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Beheaded by Arjuna with Anjalika weapon

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Killed by Bhima in battle

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15
Pandava Casualties

2

Kaurava Casualties

1

Killed by Drona in battle

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Killed by Drona in battle

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Beheaded by Dhrishtadyumna with sword after Drona laid down arms

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16
Pandava Casualties

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Kaurava Casualties

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Struck by Arjuna's arrow in neck while chariot wheel stuck in mud

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17
Pandava Casualties

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Kaurava Casualties

2

Bhima tore open his chest and drank his blood

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Killed by Arjuna in battle

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18
Pandava Casualties

5

Kaurava Casualties

4