Krishna III

MedievalEmperorIndia939 — 967

Last great Rashtrakuta, conquered Tanjore.

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Quick Facts

Born

939

Died

967

Country

India

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)75

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)61

Legacy (20%)54

Leadership (15%)40

Strategy (15%)55

Total Score57.9

Krishna III — Complete Timeline

940 AD

Campaign against the Ganga DynastyWar

Krishna III launched a campaign against the Western Ganga dynasty, forcing them to accept Rashtrakuta suzerainty. This secured the southern borders of the Rashtrakuta empire.

GangaSuzeraintySouthern India

Impact: regional

949 AD

Conquest of TanjoreWar◆ Major

Krishna III led a successful military campaign against the Chola kingdom, capturing Tanjore (Thanjavur). This conquest marked the peak of Rashtrakuta power and extended their influence deep into Tamil country.

CholaTamil NaduConquest

Impact: regional

Battle of TakkolamWar◆ Major

Krishna III defeated the Chola king Rajaditya Chola at the Battle of Takkolam. Rajaditya was killed in the battle, leading to a period of Rashtrakuta dominance over the Chola territories.

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Impact: regional