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The Transformation of Chinese Foreign Relations: 1800-1842
Explore China's transition from isolationism to foreign engagement through the Opium War and its aftermath, reshaping diplomacy and economy.
The Challenges Facing Qing Dynasty in 19th Century China
Explore the challenges faced by the Qing Dynasty in 19th century China, including internal pressures, secret societies, and economic hardships.
Chinese Worldview and Foreign Relations During the Qing Dynasty
Explore how cultural superiority during the Qing Dynasty shaped limited trade relations with European powers.
The First British Mission to China (1793)
Explore the 1793 British mission led by Lord Macartney to China under Emperor Qianlong, highlighting cultural clashes and trade ambitions.
The Arrival of European Influence and its Impact on Traditional Chinese Society
Explore how European influence triggered profound changes in late imperial China, leading to social unrest and reform movements.
The Jesuits and Cultural Adaptation in Late Imperial China
Explore how Jesuit missionaries navigated Chinese culture during the Qing Dynasty, facing both acceptance and conflict with Vatican authorities over cultural assimilation.
The Decline of Imperial Expansion and the Rise of Territorial Conflict
Explore how European imperialism shifted from expansion to territorial conflict between 1885-1913, focusing on Africa and the weakening Ottoman Empire.
Colonial Expansion in the Early 20th Century
Explore territorial seizures by European powers and the US in the early 20th century, reshaping global political boundaries.
The Panama Canal and Early 20th Century U.S. Imperialism
Explore the strategic construction of the Panama Canal and its impact on early 20th-century U.S. imperialism in Latin America.
The Spanish-American War: A Turning Point for U.S. Imperial Ambitions
Explore the Spanish-American War's impact on U.S. imperial ambitions through key battles, treaties, and figures.
American Overseas Imperialism: The Expansion into Hawaii
Explore the U.S. annexation of Hawaii in 1898, marking a shift to aggressive imperialism driven by economic and strategic needs.
The End of the American Frontier and the Rise of Imperial Ambitions
Explore how late 19th-century economic growth in America shifted focus from westward expansion to overseas interests, marked by debates over tariffs and strategic canals.