Hanthawaddy's Invasion of Upper Burma and Capture of Ava

The Hanthawaddy Kingdom, which had established control over much of lower Burma by the mid-18th century, initiated an invasion of Upper Burma in November 1751. This military campaign was aimed at expanding their territory and influence in the region. The invasion culminated in the capture of Ava, the capital of the Taungoo dynasty, on March 23, 1752. This event marked the end of the Taungoo dynasty, which had ruled for 266 years. The fall of Ava not only shifted the power dynamics in Burma but also paved the way for the rise of the Hanthawaddy Kingdom as a dominant force in the region. The capture of Ava was significant as it disrupted the political landscape and initiated a period of instability and change in Upper Burma, influencing subsequent conflicts and territorial disputes in the area.