British Expedition to Tibet - 3 Minute History

The video discusses Tibet's transformation into a protectorate under the Qing dynasty and British influence. It covers the geopolitical tensions of the 19th century, including the British fear of Russian encroachment and the Younghusband Expedition into Tibet. The Treaty of Lhasa, which made Tibet a British protectorate, is examined, along with its consequences. The video concludes with Tibet's move towards independence following the Qing dynasty's decline.

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