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Also Known As Prince Muʿaẓẓam • Shāh ʿĀlam
Born October 14, 1643 • Burhanpur • India
Died February 27, 1712 (aged 68) • Lahore
House / Dynasty Mughal dynasty
Notable Family Members father Aurangzeb
Role In Battle of Jajau

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