China 1840-42

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The war was caused by the insistence of British merchants that they should have a monopoly over opium imports from India. Attacks began on British nationals and their property, and in August 1839 the British seized Hong Kong. A protracted war followed, and after various naval and land engagements the Chinese sued for peace, which lasted until 1857.

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