British Empire in 1886 ellis rowan Comparing the views

Comparing the views

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British Empire in 1886 ellis rowan Comparing the viewsCreator Supplement to the GRAPHIC July 24th 1886 Date 1886 Map of the World showing the extent of the British Empire in 1886. Scenes of colonialism and ethnic stereotypes frame a triumpant Queen Victoria, who is depicted as Athena, resting on a globe which is carried on the shoulders of Atlas (who represents the empire's command over 'human labour'). Indigenous figures represent the subjugation of India, Africa, Canada and Australia British