Historical Events tagged with "tientsin"
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Capture of Tientsin by the Eight-Nation Alliance
The Eight-Nation Alliance captured Tientsin, a pivotal moment during the Boxer Rebellion. This coalition, primarily composed of Japan, Russia, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy, advanced to Tientsin to protect their nationals and suppress the Boxer uprising. The assault on the city showcased international military collaboration and marked a significant turning point in the conflict.
Continue ReadingTreaty of Tientsin Concludes Sino-French War
The Treaty of Tientsin marked the end of the Sino-French War, resulting in China ceding control of Tonkin and Annam, regions that make up most of modern-day Vietnam, to France. This agreement was signed after prolonged military conflict between the two nations over influence in Southeast Asia, primarily focused on Vietnam. The treaty was crucial for establishing French colonial dominance in the region as it shifted territorial boundaries and altered the political landscape of Indochina.
Continue ReadingEnd of the Second Opium War at Peking
The Second Opium War culminated with the Convention of Peking, resulting in the ratification of the Treaty of Tientsin. This unequal treaty, imposed on China by Britain and France, marked the conclusion of a conflict exacerbated by opium trade disputes. The treaty extended foreign privileges in China and allowed for additional ports to be opened for trade, along with increased diplomatic representation for foreign powers.
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