Alexander, Colin
Railways of the British Empire: Africa
- ISBN 13:
- 9781398107908
- author:
- Alexander, Colin
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 0.9 x 16.2 x 16.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Transport, Railroads,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Railways of the British Empire: Africa explores the lesser-known story of Britain's railway expansion across its African territories. From the colonial era to the present day, this book delves into the history of railways in Africa, featuring photographs, maps, posters, travel brochures, and extracts from other interesting documents. The railway network built by British companies such as Neilson Reid, Bagnall, Kitson, Cravens, and Cammell-Laird had a profound impact on the development of many African countries. This book sheds light on this often-overlooked chapter in history, providing a unique perspective on the role of railways in shaping Africa's past. With its rich collection of visual materials, Railways of the British Empire: Africa offers a fascinating glimpse into the expansion of Britain's railway empire across the continent.
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