What was the outcome of the Battle of Goa in November 1510?
In November 1510, Afonso de Albuquerque led a successful assault to retake Goa from the Adil Shahi sultanate. After launching three attacks on November 25, the Portuguese forces routed the Adil Shahi troops, resulting in approximately 2,000 casualties for the defenders compared to relatively light Portuguese losses.1
The outcome of this battle was decisive:
* End of Muslim Rule: The victory marked the end of Adil Shahi control over Goa.1
* Establishment of Portuguese Rule: It initiated 450 years of Portuguese rule in the region, establishing Goa as the primary base for the Estado da Índia, the Portuguese empire in Asia.21
* Sacking and Executions: Following the capture, Albuquerque sacked the city and ordered the execution of the Muslim population.1
Albuquerque later commemorated the site of the battle by constructing the Chapel of Our Lady of the Mount, which was completed in 1519.1