United States Open Door Policy in China: A Detailed Summary
The Open Door Policy, proposed by the United States, aimed to ensure equal trading rights for all nations in China. It was an important part of the period of American Imperialism.
Second Opium War: A Detailed Summary
The Second Opium War (1856-1860) was fought between China and a coalition of British and French forces. It followed the earlier First Opium War and led to China losing again to the European powers.
First Opium War: A Detailed Summary
The First Opium War (1839-1842) was a conflict between China and Britain during the period of European imperialism in China. It was triggered by China’s attempts to stop the opium trade, resulting in a British victory and the terms of the Treaty of Nanking.
Boxer Rebellion: A Detailed Summary
The Boxer Rebellion (1899-1901) was an anti-foreign, anti-colonial uprising in China, led by the ‘Boxers’ who aimed to remove foreign influence from China.
Imperialism in China: A Detailed Overview
Imperialism in China during the late 19th and early 20th centuries was characterized by foreign powers exploiting China’s resources, establishing spheres of influence, and undermining Chinese sovereignty through unequal treaties and military interventions.