China grows in wealth from tax reform and trade, with silver boosting its economy. However, as the 19th century approaches, Great Britain rises to challenge China.
China becomes the greatest economic and cultural power in the world. Emperor Qianlong rules over the empire for over 50 years, which extends from the Himalayas to the Yellow Sea.
As the Qing Empire falls to the British in the first Opium War, they are pushed to make large trade concessions and the island of Hong Kong is given over to the British.
Peter Egan
Narrator
Michael Burke
Director
Graeme Hart
Producer
