Building a Transimperial Infrastructure

British imperial officials envisioned trans-Iranian railway projects as more than strategic tools; they aimed to reshape space transimperially by linking Europe with Asia through railways and steamships, positioning Iran as a pivotal corridor between East and West. This civilizational project sought to revive Iran's historical role, transcending mere geopolitical interests. The study examines pre-World War I proposals, revealing how these officials framed their ambitions in the language of progress and cultural revival.

Koyagi, M. (2021). Building a Transimperial Infrastructure. Iran in Motion, 18–39. https://doi.org/10.11126/stanford/9781503613133.003.0002