27. The Opium Wars, pt. 2: A Century of Humiliation

Part 2 of 2 in the Opium Wars series.

Following Episode 25, wherein the LU boys discussed the cultural backdrop and lead-up to the Opium Wars, this week they dive into the armed conflicts in earnest, discussing the massive damage done to both Chinese sovereignty and national identity, and the after effects of each.

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