Its 1896 and Italy is determined to build a new Roman Empire at the expense of the ancient kingdom of Ethiopia. The scene is set for an epic contest that will change both nations forever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The First Opium War Part 4 - Roaring Lion, Falling Dragon
The First Opium War enters its final stages as the British fight their way towards Nanking. Join me for a tale of attack monkeys, corruption on an epic scale and a good candidate for the worst general in Chinese history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The First Opium War Part 3 - The Battle for Canton
Imperial forces launch a huge surprise attack on British forces as the sides battle for Canton. Out of this inferno a Chinese legend will born and British views will harden as they decide to strike at the very heart of the Middle Kingdom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The First Opium War Part 2 - The Empire Strikes Back
After being driven from Canton and taking refuge on the barren island of Hong Kong, Britain declares war on China in the name of the poppy. Soon both governments are struggling to wage a conflict neither wanted, but that is now taking on a life of its own, as British forces approach the very gates of Canton itself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The First Opium War Part 1 - The Devil's Brew: Silver, Tea & Opium
It's 1839 and a war is brewing in the South China Sea. Join me for the first episode of our multi-part series on the Opium Wars, as we see how a Devil's Brew of silver, tea and opium combined to put China and Britain on the road to war. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Forgotten Wars covers the conflicts overlooked in popular history. Journey to World War One in East Africa with an undefeated German General, trek across Siberia during the Russian Revolution with a lost Czech legion, watch as Britain bombards Chinese forts in service to the Opium trade, and find out if a war actually started because of a football result.Expect bravery, incompetence, fascinating figures and incredible drama.By James Barton, proud History Nerd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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