Aza Y. Alam

Apr 25

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European nations had long been frustrated at China’s insular nature: they were only allowed to trade in a small number of designated ports, were not allowed to communicate with the imperial court directly, and were generally treated as something of a useful nuisance. For Britain, the attempt to end the lucrative opium trade was the final nail in the coffin, and th…

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Aza Y. Alam

Aza Y. Alam

I’m an artistic writer who loves to use pen, paper, clay and computer to support self and societal health, empowering thru the light of truthtelling stories.

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