The First Opium War (1 ene 1840 año – 29 agos 1842 año)
Descripción:
Aggressions were instigated when China destroyed over 1,400 tons of opium, Britain being the highest exporter. Hot conflict broke out when British war ships attacked and occupied Canton and Nanjing a year later. The treaty of Nanjing ended conflicts later in August of 1842.Añadido al timeline:
fecha:
1 ene 1840 año
29 agos 1842 año
~ 2 years and 7 months