254. Victorian Narcos: Fire Monkeys, Iron Gunships, & Peasant Warfare (Ep 8)
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Conflict and Consequence in the Opium Wars
This chapter examines the complex relationships within British intelligence leading up to the war in Afghanistan, contrasting the aggressive ambition of Pottinger with the ineptitude of Yi Jing in China. It vividly recounts the brutal realities of warfare during the Opium Wars, detailing the tragic suffering of civilians in Ningbo alongside the failures of military strategies. The narrative highlights the moral dilemmas faced by soldiers amid overwhelming violence and the devastating impact of the conflict on both sides.
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