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Looted China Treasures, Laszlo chats with Andrew Shaw and his book, "Spoil"

The China History Podcast

CHAPTER

Looting China's Heritage: A Historical Overview

This chapter explores the extensive looting of Chinese treasures during the Treaty Port era, particularly focusing on British exploitation during the Opium Wars and the sacking of the Summer Palace. It discusses the motivations behind the thefts, the key players involved, and the broader implications for Chinese cultural heritage. Additionally, the chapter addresses the ongoing debates surrounding the restitution of these treasures and the complicity of various nations in these acts of cultural destruction.

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