Battle of Gogunda

The Battle of Gogunda or Battle of Haldighati was fought in June 1576 between the forces of the chief Pratap Singh and  emperor Akbar.

The Mughals sought to subdue one of the few remaining areas not under their control in the region of. Akbar pursued an aggressive policy in order to crush the Rajputs. Although the Mughals emerged victorious, Pratap Singh's was able to mount an impressive opposition to Akbar's assault.

In the aftermath of Akbar's war on the Rajputs, Pratap Singh continued his resistance from the hills in the region, refusing to recognize Mughal rule until years after the defeat of his army.

Reference

 * Assassin's Creed: Initiates - The Renaissance: "Battle of Gogunda"