Imperialism

  • Opium Wars

    Opium Wars

    China's attempt to stop Britain from smuggling Opium into their country.
  • Treaty of Nanjing

    Treaty of Nanjing

    An unequal treaty that was signed after Britain beat the Chinese easily. It granted them money and Hong Kong.
  • Mathew C Perry in Japan

    Mathew C Perry in Japan

    Wanted to open trade between the two nations. Japan agreed to stay on good terms with the US,
  • British Raj Founded

    British Raj Founded

  • Boer War Began

    Boer War Began

    Boer's in Africa revolted against Great Britain after the defeat of the Zulus.
  • Open Door Policy

    Open Door Policy

    The US created it to open Chinese trade to all nations. This promoted equal trade opportunities.
  • Revolution of 1911

    Revolution of 1911

    China's last dynasty was overthrown and a democracy was established.