Monday Morning Lecture: Power, Profit & Poppies

This talk explores the intertwined histories of opium cultivation, British colonial trade, naval power, and imperial expansion. From the fields of India to the ports of Singapore and the wars in China, opium shaped economies, altered societies, and fueled colonial ambitions. Using maps, images, and records, this talk reveals the drug’s lasting impact on global economies, societies, and cultural memory.

This talk is for FOM members only. To sign up, click on link below:
https://www.fom.sg/member-events-page?id=9ympBeNXDYcGMeUad6Vl9Q%253D%253D

About FOM's Monday Morning Lecture: Our lecture series explores the rich history, art, religion, philosophy, and culture of Asia. 🕌🎨

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