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Were the British defeated by the Chinese in the Opium War?
Chinese were isolated for a long time while, British invented many weapons which let Great Britain defeat China in the Opium War.
What is the Cause and effect of the second opium war in china?
Causes:British aggression and expansionalism. - Opium became the most valuable commodity trade in the 19th century and financed much of Britain's colonization of India.Amount of drug addicts increased to about 12.5 million in 1836.Manchu's corrupt and backward government refused to trade with the British.Had to instigate redress.Results:British gain rights in Chinese ports (More ports are opened)Extraterritoriality (Foreign citizens subject to their home laws)After 2 disasterous wars in 1839 onwards the Chinese realized they couldn't win and gave up.
Why is China the most racist country?
I argue that it is not. For the most part, people do not take arms up against people of other races, cultures, or even smaller differences which seem insignificant, like in many other countries. Many different races live in China, and there are hundreds of different dialects of languages spoken in China. China is not the most racist country, not even close.
What influence did foreign nations have on china from 1912 - 1938?
The years between 1912 and 1938 were filled with upheaval in China. It was marked by the driving out of many of the foreign people there because it was believed they were a bad influence.
Which country uses copper the most?
Many experts agree that China is the country that uses copper the most. Currently China's demand for copper is higher than the supply available.
