Edges of Empire
From this photo of the two Banian Women, we can tell that these women are likely from the middle or upper caste as the length of their dresses imply that they would not be doing physical labor. These women while appearing to be displeased during the taking of the photograph could actually just be a reflection
This photo depicts the railway and the tunneling system used to connect different parts of India. These railways were essential in India for both the British and Indian people. Goods could move easier throughout India bolstering the economy, while at the same time allowing the British to transport goods from Northern India to their ports,
In Mexico the train industry, in addition to allowing the flow of goods, was essential in the spread of revolutionary ideas, as people could navigate the extensive countryside of Mexico and relate their beliefs and ideal image of Mexico. After the start of the Mexican Revolution, it also allowed for the movement of troops in