Colonial Hong Kong as a cultural-historical place

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An argument that by the late 1800s Hong Kong Chinese businessmen helped make Hong Kong its own distinct place. The cultural and historical meanings of this place changed over time and realities were more complex, but Hong Kong's role in China's nation building demonstrated their commitment to China and their uniqueness.

Scientific Research and Development Services, Development, Economic Programs-Total Govt, Administration of Economic Programs, Influence, Economic development, 19th century AD, Chinese culture, Colonialism

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Another Asian financial crisis: monetary links between Hong Kong and China 1945-50

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Hong Kong's return to China in 1997 has demonstrated the interdependence between the Hong Kong dollar and the Chinese Renminbi. The circulation of the Hong Kong dollar outside Hong Kong, begun in 1940s, required preventive mechanisms to avoid crisis between Chinese and British interests.

Economic aspects, History, Economic policy, Economics, Free trade

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'Cocked Hats and Swords and Small, Little Garrisons': Britain, Canada and the fall of Hong Kong, 1941

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The controversy surrounding the defense and the reinforcement of Hong Kong is discussed. Also the British policy in China and London's efforts to find a rapprochement with Japan is mentioned.

Chinese foreign relations, Military aspects, Foreign policy, Military reform

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