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The First Opium War (jan 1, 1840 – aug 29, 1842)

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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.

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jan 1, 1840
aug 29, 1842
~ 2 years and 7 months