251. Victorian Narcos: Flooding China With Indian Opium (Ep 5)
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Imperial Ambitions and the Opium Trade
This chapter explores the historical roots of Jardine Matheson and its involvement in the opium trade in China, shedding light on the imperial ambitions that fueled conflicts. It also discusses the restrictive trade practices faced by British traders and the goals of the McCartney mission to improve trade access.
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