Imperialism

Treaty of Nanjing

Aug 28, 1842

This was a peace treaty that was created in order to end the Opium War within China.

Sepoy Rebellion

Jan 1, 1857

This was formed to rebel against the British East India, yet was unsuccessful.

East India Company

Jan 1, 1858

This was a joint stock company that tried to end the Dutch monopoly of trade but the company ended in 1858 due to nationalism.

Suez Canal Built

Nov 17, 1869

The Suez Canal was built to connect the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea in order to travel easier across seas.

Indian National Congress Formed

Dec 28, 1885

This was a political party formed in 1885 in order to get away from Great Britain and gain independence again.

Open Door Policy

Sep 6, 1899

This was a policy that ensured that China would remain "open" to trading with other countries.

Revolution of 1911

Oct 10, 1911

This was a revolution that started on October 11, 1911 in which the Qing dynasty was overthrown and a republic was started