Battle of Chapu 1842
Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.
Key facts
| Date | 18 May 1842 | Wikidata |
|---|---|---|
| Year | 1842 | Wikidata P585 (point in time) |
| Era | 19th century (1800–1913) | derived from year |
| Location | China | Natural Earth (modern borders) |
| Continent | Asia | Natural Earth |
| War / conflict | First Opium War | Wikidata P361 |
| Participants | United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland | Wikidata P710 |
| Coordinates | 30.6060, 121.0960 | Wikidata P625 |
About the battle
The Battle of Chapu was fought between British and Qing forces at Chapu (present-day Zhapu) on the northern shore of Hangzhou Bay during the First Opium War.
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