William Dalrymple and Sathnam Sanghera – British Imperialism in India (Summer Repeat)

Aug 13, 2024

William Dalrymple, a bestselling historian, and Sathnam Sanghera, an author and Times columnist, delve into the profound impact of British imperialism on India and its lingering legacy in contemporary Britain. They explore how the East India Company usurped the Mughal Empire, driven by financial ambitions. The conversation critiques colonial narratives and the romanticization of imperial history, emphasizing the need to confront uncomfortable truths. They also discuss cultural artifacts and the complexities of acknowledgment in understanding modern racial attitudes and historical memory.