What hindered trade by larger ships in Quanzhou during the 19th century?
Piracy
Economic dislocations
Siltation of its harbor
Imperial overreaction
Answer
The siltation of Quanzhou's harbor hindered trade by larger ships during the 19th century. This, along with other factors such as piracy and imperial overreaction, contributed to the decline of its prosperity.
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