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The Opium Wars: everything you wanted to know
History Extra podcast
Aftermath of the Opium Wars
This chapter explores the consequences of the Treaty of Nanjing, highlighting how it imposed unequal treaties on China and led to foreign dominance, particularly by Britain. It examines the tensions within Chinese society, the decline of the Qing dynasty's power, and the impact of the Second Opium War on both trade dynamics and international relations. Additionally, it reflects on the historical significance of the conflicts and their lasting influence on contemporary Chinese identity and politics.
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