Which war led to Guangzhou losing its monopoly as the only Chinese port accessible to most foreign traders?
First Opium War
Boxer Rebellion
Second Opium War
Sino-Japanese War
Answer
The First Opium War (1839-1842) resulted in Guangzhou losing its monopoly as the only Chinese port accessible to most foreign traders. After the war, other ports such as Hong Kong and Shanghai began to attract trade, reducing Guangzhou's dominance.
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