Opium War

Opium War The Opium War only lasted from 1839-1842 and 1856-1860, but it was far more(prenominal) devastating to china’s view as the boil down of the world. China had always treated the outside as wanting(p) and felt that when faced with conflict they could overcome them. Until the nineteenth century, China had been able to withstand the Western Powers non because they were stronger, but because of a lack of conflict. What the Qing dynasty, the emperor family at reign during this time period, could not know was this confrontation would mean an end to China’s isolation.

Also that it would indirectly contribute to the weakening of Imperial rule, which would be overthrown in the early twentieth century by communism. When the Qing dynasty came to military force involvement with foreigners was not a real issue. They had no Ministry of unconnected affairs; instead other smaller agencies in the artless would deal with the inferior outsiders. In many ways it cannot be looked at as the fault of t...If you want to get a full essay, order it on our website: Orderessay

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