Which ruler was known as the Tiger of Mysore? Write a short paragraph about him.

Tipu Sultan is known as the 'Tiger of Mysore'. Tipu ruled Mysore for 17 years. He was an efficient ruler and brave General. He was wise and was deeply influenced by the ideas of the French Revolution. He introduced modern weapons in his army and tried to build a modern navy. He died in 1799, while defending his capital Seringapatam in the final Anglo-Mysore War.