The First Opium War (1 jan 1840 ano – 29 ago 1842 ano)

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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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