251. Victorian Narcos: Flooding China With Indian Opium (Ep 5)
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Opium's Shadow: Transformation and Exploitation
This chapter explores the transformative aftermath of a significant capture in the 19th-century opium trade, examining the fates of key figures involved and the evolving dynamics of the industry. It highlights the shift from a monopoly to a chaotic trading environment in China, influenced by opportunistic British traders and the hypocrisy surrounding the opium trade. The narrative culminates in the introduction of Commissioner Lin, tasked with addressing the devastating impact of the opium crisis on China.
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