Unfortunately these bits of history are not well known in the west except for those who have particular interest in history and study culture. But for Chinese people, this part of history has been engraved in all our hearts since a young age.
The Chinese people never forget two events took place in the lunar year of Geng Zi. In 1840, Britain launched the Opium War against China. 60 years later,Eight-Nation Alliance of Britain, US,France,Germany, Austria and Japan invaded Beijing and burned down the Old Summer Palace.
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So is this, Except this one is more recent. And the chinese government doesn't like talking about it.pic.twitter.com/eHWRNrcUku
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The Old Summer Palace was burnt down in the second Opium War, not during the Boxer Rebellion.
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We are not pursuing revenge but keep reminding ourselves not to offer again any opportunity of looting and burning to others whom are desperate for.
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Come see the people who you claim are being persecuted, if you think that is happeninghappening.
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