09 War on Ukrainian Railways
FALL 2023
Spatial Analysis + Visualization
In this independent project, I investigated the crucial role and impact of railways during the Russian war on Ukrainian soil. The study involved extensive data collection on the destruction of railway infrastructure and the movement of citizens across the border facilitated by Ukrainian railways. Using Excel and QGiS, I analyzed data sourced from ACLED, UNHCR, OCHA, and Open Data (gov. pl) to understand the operational challenges and strategic significance of rail transport in wartime. The findings, illustrated through graphics created in Adobe Illustrator, highlight how railways have been pivotal in both civilian evacuation and the logistics of war, despite facing significant damage and operational disruptions.