Bar Thakatha: How the British Empire Conquered the World with Mathematics

Bar Thakatha, now in its 11th edition, invites you to delve into the surprising true story behind the success of the 'Empire on which the sun never sets.' This insightful talk will reveal how the British Empire's global expansion was fundamentally driven by mathematics, which once served as a powerful tool for colonization.

The session will explore three key areas: the initial voyages to India in pursuit of valuable resources like cotton, silk, and spices; the ingenious methods of celestial navigation using stars and mathematics in an era before GPS; and the critical role of trigonometry and logarithms as cutting-edge technologies that were essential for travelers' livelihoods and sailors' survival.

This special event features Prin Jongphakdipong, widely known as 'Math Lao Hai Fang' (Math Tells Stories). As the creator of Thailand's largest mathematics YouTube channel with over 300,000 subscribers, Prin is an expert in making mathematics engaging by connecting it with various sciences and arts. He believes that 'knowledge must create curiosity' and will offer fresh perspectives while you enjoy a drink.

Join us for an evening of intellectual discovery and stimulating conversation at Mutual Bar.