In this comic the man on the left represents the British, and the man on the right represents the Chinese. |
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| Now that the Opium War is over, we have come up with an impressive deal for your country. | |
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| I can't wait to hear this. | |
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The British had a long list of demands with the treaty. The treaty was completely one-sided. |
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| We will be taking over all trading rights from your country. We will obey all of our own laws and will be taking over 5 of your ports. | |
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The Chinese did not have a choice on whether they wanted to participate or not. |
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| Hows that sound? | |
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| Umm..great?? | |
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