In the context of the Carnatic Wars, what was the role of the Marquis de Bussy?
1. He was stationed at Hyderabad to protect the Nizam and secure French interests.
2. He acquired the 'Northern Circars' for the French to pay for his troops.
3. He successfully defended Pondicherry from the British siege in 1761.
Which of the statements are correct?

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Statement 3 is incorrect. Bussy was captured by the British at the Battle of Wandiwash in 1760.

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