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The Opium Wars: everything you wanted to know
History Extra podcast
Opium's Imperial Shadows
This chapter explores the origins and consequences of the First Opium War, emphasizing the unjust nature of the conflict stemming from Britain's trade with Qing China. It highlights the significant societal and economic impacts of the opium trade, contrasting perceptions and uses of opium between Britain and China during the 19th century.
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