Opium Wars Flashcards
1
Q
What was the cause for the Opium Wars?
A
The Chinese refused trade between them and Britain which led to great anger causing a great amount of illegal opium to be imported into China causing a great addiction to it
2
Q
What was the treaty of Nanjing?
A
It was the first peace treaty between the British and Chinese in order to end the Opium War
3
Q
From what dates did the Opium Wars begin and end?
A
1839 – 1860
