Subjects

British Empire

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Timely Progress

Sir Charles Lucas argued that the Industrial Revolution happened at just the right time for everyone in the British Empire.

44

Shivaji and the Battle of Surat

Charles II was thinking about handing Bombay back to the Portuguese, when an Indian rebel stepped in.

45

Two Queens of Travancore

Lakshmi and her sister Parvati enlisted the help of the British Resident, Colonel Munro, to steady the Kingdom of Travancore.

46

Cupid’s Arrow

Kitty Beighton enters an archery contest where the prize is one very beautiful bracelet and one very ugly Commissioner.

47

Empire Day

American historian David Montgomery explains why Britain’s Empire Day really was a cause for celebration.

48

The Peacemaker

American historian David Montgomery credited King Edward VII with bringing peace to Europe, the Empire and the world.