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The U.S. says Europe has to stay out of the Western Hemisphere.
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Between the Qing Empire and Great Britain. Started becuase they had different viewpoints on trade, diplomatic relations, and the administration of justice for foreign nationals.
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The First Opium War ended with the Treaty of Nanking.It granted an indemnity and extraterritoriality to Britain, the opening of five treaty ports, and the cession of Hong Kong Island.
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U.S. commador, Matthew Perry, brings naval fleet to Japan and forces Japan to open trade.
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The Sepoy Rebellion began when Indian soldiers who had been placed in irons for refusing to accept new cartridges were rescued by their comrades. It was India's first revolt.
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The Sepoy rebellion led to the dissolution of the British East India Company.
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The Suez Canal made a quicker sea route to India through Egypt. It cut the travel time by 43%. Built by the French.
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Widespread foreign encroachment upon China's national affairs caused China's nationalist to start the Boxer Rebellion.
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The Boxer Protocol of 7 September, 1901 provided for the execution of government officials who had supported the Boxers, this ended the rebellion.
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Made much quicker travel time, instead of going all the way around South America, you could cut straight through the Panama Canal. Began by the French, finished by the U.S.