End of opium war (mar 18, 1839 – aug 29, 1842)
Description:
The Treaty of Nanking, signed by China and Britain at the end of the first opium war cedes Hong Kong island to Britain permanently. The treaty and the war, which forced open China's market to opium, capitalise on China's weakness. Sir Henry Pottinger becomes the territory's first governor.Added to timeline:
Date:
mar 18, 1839
aug 29, 1842
~ 3 years and 5 months