78. The Battle of the Spies
Empire
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Imperial Ambitions: Trade and Influence in Central Asia
This chapter explores British imperial strategies in Central Asia, focusing on their belief that trade could promote freedom and liberalism. It contrasts British views with those of the Russian Empire, while examining the challenges faced by the East India Company in utilizing the Indus River for trade amidst political divisions and inadequate mapping.
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