Vandavasi was the scene of a decisive battle in the 18th-century war between FRANCE and the UNITED KINGDOM for the control of SOUTH ASIA. The BATTEL OF WANDIWASH was a watershed in Indian history as it cemented British supremacy in South Asia. On January 22, 1760, a British force led by EYRE COOTE defeated a French force led by General LALLY.
| Country |  India |
|---|---|
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| District | Tiruvanamalai |
| Elevation | 74 m (243 ft) |
| Population (2001) | |
| • Total | 52,612 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Tamil |
| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| PIN | 604408 |
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