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"London to Lahore: Or, the Euphrates, Scinde and Punjaub Railways" offers a detailed exploration of ambitious 19th-century railway projects designed to connect London to Lahore through the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent. Published in 1857, this historical account delves into the strategic and economic importance of these railways, providing a digest of trade in Syria and Mesopotamia. It includes the latest report from the Punjaub Government on Railways, shedding light on the challenges and progress of railway construction in the region. The book also features a map illustrating the proposed routes and existing infrastructure. This volume provides valuable insights into the history of transportation, trade, and British colonial ambitions in the East. It appeals to historians, railway enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the intricate connections between infrastructure, commerce, and imperial power. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important par