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Treaty of Nanking – Part 5: Century of Consequences
The Treaty of Nanking left a mark that would shape China’s destiny for generations. It was more than a peace agreement—it was the first in a series of so-called ‘unequal treaties’ that forced China to bend to foreign will. The cession of Hong Kong, the opening of five ports, and the payment of a crushing indemnity signaled a new era. Britain’s flag over Hong Kong became a symbol of lost sovereignty, and the treaty ports became outposts of foreign power.
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