Why did Britain occupied HongKong in the 19th century economically, politically, and socially?
What was some of the idependence movements in HongKong?
What were some of the condition resulting the colonial heritage?
2006-10-28 16:38:30 · 5 answers · asked by iluvu 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
To keep it open for trade. Several other countries were colonizing everywhere they could at the time. It was first come first serve. After colonizing , they defended them from something worse. Of course if you hate the brits,you won't agree.
2006-10-28 16:49:37 · answer #1 · answered by jekin 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're asking a very broad question. Basically, the British built an empire for economical reasons foremost. Use your common sense. What could be some of the effects of colonialism in any country? Maybe poverty, a sense of inferiority, unstable infrastructure, corrupt government? And for the others, look it up on the internet.
2006-10-28 23:41:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hong Kong had the best harbour in the South China Seas.
Also, it was the perfect base for the British to counteract the Eastern dominated Opium trade.
2006-10-29 13:26:32 · answer #3 · answered by willliewaggler 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hong Kong made the best wigs in those times. Why wouldn't you take it over
2006-10-28 23:43:05 · answer #4 · answered by mightywok 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
For money.
2006-10-28 23:41:58 · answer #5 · answered by Me in Canada eh 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋