This conflict ended in a humiliating defeat for China and forced the opening of 5 ports to international trade; Canton, Shanghai, Foochow, Ningpo, and Amoy. Which conflict was it?
- The 2nd Sin--Japanese War 1937 - 1945
- The Korean War 1950 - 1953
- The Vietnam invasion - 1979
- The first Opium War 1839 - 1842
Answer
The correct answer is D) The first Opium War 1839 - 1842.
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