Interview with Sam Dalrymple on Shattered Lands: 5 Partitions of the British Raj

Sam’s Dalrymple's book Shattered Lands: Five Partitions and the Making of Modern Asia opened up vital new ways of thinking about Partition — not just India and Pakistan, but also Burma, Aden, the Persian Gulf states, the princely states of India, and Bangladesh. His work reframes Partition as a series of interconnected upheavals that continue to shape South Asia and the wider world today. From stories of displacement and violence to moments of courage, resilience, and coexistence, Sam reminded us that the legacies of Partition are still alive — in today’s refugee crises, in contested borders, and in struggles over identity and belonging. I’m so grateful to Sam for sharing his insights, and the audience for their thoughtful questions and presence. 🌐 Stay connected with upcoming Golden Threads events and history videos by subscribing to my YouTube channel @goldenthreadshistory