Addiction Greed & Imperialism: The Truth Behind the Opium Wars

Addiction Greed & Imperialism: The Truth Behind the Opium Wars Dive into the complex history of the Opium Wars, a pivotal moment in Chinese history that reshaped the nation’s relationship with the West. This comprehensive video explores the causes, key events, and lasting impacts of these conflicts between China and Western powers, primarily Britain. Learn about the trade imbalances that led to the opium trade, the social and economic consequences of widespread opium addiction in China, and the military conflicts that ensued. We cover both the First Opium War (1839-1842) and the Second Opium War (1856-1860), including lesser-known events like the Battle of Kowloon and the Sanyuanli Incident. Discover how these wars resulted in unequal treaties, territorial concessions, and the beginning of China’s “Century of Humiliation.“ We also examine the wars’ influence on other nations, particularly Japan, and their impact on Chinese society, cuisine, and culture. Fr