is wrote upon the book Sir Henry Pottinger: First Governor of Hong Kong, written by George Pottinger, who’s a posterity of Sir Henry Pottinger’s brother. The book is published in 1997 by Sutton Publishing Limited, copyrighted by George Pottinger. It gives a full descriptive record of Sir Henry Pottinger’s “odyssey of battle” and explores how a cadetship in the India Army build up his distinguished career to become the first Governor of Hong Kong. This book is an examination of Sir Henry Pottinger’s
developments, and the main factors, in Hong Kong before 1997 1. Introduction Before 1997, the Britain Colonial Government governs Hong Kong, and thus the social policy was also established by it. Yet, there was an important event happened to Hong Kong in 1997, which is the change of sovereignty. In this short essay, the development of social welfare in Hong Kong before 1997, as well as the main factors will be examined. Generally, the social policy development in Hong Kong before 1997 can be divided into
Understanding Social Welfare of Hong Kong Hong Kong has a unique history, governing system and economy. These three unique features are crucial to an understanding of the social welfare in the territory. In this essay, I will illustrate the development of social welfare in Hong Kong during different periods. At the end of the paper, I would take a look at the changing attitude of Hong Kong people towards the social policy. Before World War II In this period, the term 'social welfare'
WWII- The Fall of Hong Kong Narrative On the 8th December 1941 at 8:00AM, just six hours after the disaster of Pearl Harbour, the Japanese launched a devastating attack on the almost defenceless Hong Kong. This attack however was not proceed by a declaration of war and therefore broke international law. The two opposing sides were: The British, Canadian and Indian forces who were defending Hong Kong (Lead by Major-General Christopher Maltby) with a side of just 14,000 thousand troops, versus the
Introduction Hong Kong Museum of History (HKMH) was established by the Urban Council in July 1975. It exhibits objects related to the archaeology, history, ethnography and natural histories of Hong Kong and South China. This essay focuses on the permanent exhibition “The Hong Kong Story”. This essay covers HKMH’s emphasis on Hong Kong history, visitors, and its role in Hong Kong society. Background One may find hard to define museum as it has acquired so many different connotations. In general, a
Introduction Hong Kong use to be a fishing village in the late 19th century it later evolved into a military port of strategic importance and eventually an international financial center, which is one of the most densely populated areas in the world after the engagement of Imperial China and the British Colony in the territory. Nowadays Hong Kong has over thousand skyscrapers, the architecture of Hong Kong features great emphasis on contemporary architecture, accent Modernism and Functionalism
always wanted to visit and see for myself. The place was none other than Hong Kong. Finally I got a chance to visit the place and I cannot tell you how wonderful the experience was. Do you know, one of the best times to visit Hong Kong is during the festivals that keep on happening all throughout the year. I have been a lucky person to be present there during the festival time. There are many festivals that are a part of the Hong Kong culture. Mostly surrounded by the Chinese types, they include the Chinese
Opium War, Hong Kong was ceded to the British Crown as part of the agreement for an indefinite period of time. During this period of time, Hong Kong experienced major social changes, particularly in the area of women’s education. The purpose initially appeared to be the desire to help the Chinese; however, the truth was that Great Britain sought to establish their superiority by undermining the prevalent Confucian family system through the education of women. The educational system in Hong Kong shortly
As we all know, there are many successful businessman in this world. Sir Li Ka-Shing, the founder of Cheung Kong Holdings is also included in this category of successful businessman. The behind story of this successful man hidden many great values that everyone can learn from him. For example, Sir Li Ka-Shing is not only a hardworking man, but he is also a smart businessman who does the right thing at the right time. On the other hand, he was born in a poor family and was forced to leave school before
Chinese city of Hong Kong, located in the Pearl River Estuary in the south of China. With an area of only 426 square miles, it is one of the most densely populated areas in the world. Known for its towering skyline, light pollution, and thriving economy, it is a very unusual city due to the fact that it runs on a capitalist system while the mainland is communist. Its laissez-faire economy is the result of over a century of British colonial rule: prior to its colonization, Hong Kong was home to only
offers analysis on two prominent success stories: Hong Kong and Singapore (these are the two most prominent examples of successful reforms I have come across and are mentioned by many others). Both countries reduced corruption by establishing independent anti-corruption agencies with broad powers. But these powerful agencies have in many other countries been used for political repression, not for fighting corruption. Why did they work in Hong Kong and Singapore? In those countries, several reforms
The Different Fate of Thailand and Hong Kong During 1997 Asian Financial Crisis The 1997 Asian financial crisis was a disaster that obsessed much of Southeast Asian countries. The financial crisis began in July 1997, and rose to worldwide economic meltdown due to financial contagion. Thailand, Indonesia and South Korea were the most affected by the financial crisis. Hong Kong, Malaysia, and the Philippines also had abundant negative effects by the financial disaster. China, Singapore, and Vietnam
Local Filipino leaders such as Jose Rizal, Graciano Lopez Jaena, Emilio Aguinaldo and Marcello del Pilar emerged and were known as “Ilustrados” meaning “The Enligtened Ones”. Rizal whom at the time was still leading the rebellion from exile in Hong Kong and Barcelona was extradited, unfairly tried and executed by the Spaniards. This incident led to the birth of the Katipunan meaning “Society of the Sons of the People”, a secret brotherhood determined to separating the Philippines from its colonial
An Analysis of Adrienne Clarkson Adrienne Clarkson was the former-appointed governor general of Canada. Many Canadians also recognize Madame Clarkson as an accomplished journalist, publisher, author, filmmaker and civil servant. Adrienne was born in 1939 in Hong Kong, China. Her family moved to Canada in 1942. Adrienne Clarkson is the epitome of passionate politics and believes in the strength of Canada’s cultural and ethnic complexity. This essay analyzes the hardships and remarkable past accomplishments
wealth since the day they have been born. It has been proven by how the companies have been popping up around the world, how the companies are being bribed by governors trying to make their state seem more economically powerful. “Philips, Sony, and Toyota factories are popping up all over—to the self congratulatory applause of the nation’s governors and mayors, who have lured them with promises of tax abatements and new sewers, among other amenities.” (Paragraph 17) People are born into their jobs, and
the Indian Rebellion of 1858. It was systematically articulated for the first time by Lord Frederick Lugard, the British governor of Northern Nigeria, from 1900 to 1906 and Hong Kong, from 1907 to 1912. Lugard’s experience in Africa made him understand that Britain did not have either the resources or the people to govern and rule its colonies in Africa, as it did in Hong Kong. Lugard declared that imposing European law and institutions on unwilling Africans was counter- productive and that indigenous
The Qing Dynasty of China before the Opium Wars were isolationist and not fond of foreign trade and import. The Opium Wars were two conflicts between China and Britain with disputes over trade and diplomatic relations. The Opium Wars were centered around the British smuggling of opium, a highly addictive drug into China after it was prohibited. The Chinese lost both wars and were forced to sign “unequal” treaties which favored the British. The Opium Wars had many effects on China, but there were
At the end of the Opium War, China was left defeated. While the loss severely undermined the Qing Dynasty's power, little did they know that their loss would have serious repercussions. The emperor signed a treaty with the British that would later be known as one of the “Unequal Treaties” made in China during this period. The treaty in question was named the treaty of Nanjing (also known as the treaty of Nanking). This treaty would have lasting effects even into recent history. In the 17th century
Gender inequality exists athletic events from recreational to sports (Cunningham 2008). Equality between the genders has not been reached through all the sport spectrum that is being changed by the attribution of organizational policy, legislation, social pressures, and program development that is recognizing women as stakeholders, managerial expertise, diversity, participation in the field. Nonetheless, a “sport is acknowledged as a powerful cultural institution linked to the construction and reinforcement
Indian Army Officer of Madras Engineers, in “The Chinese Wars: an account of all the operations of the British Forces” gives a first-hand look into many of the events he witnessed before, during and after the wars. The action in the book ranges from Hong Kong, Canton, Shanghai, and later in Nanking where the Chinese are compelled to sign a treaty to end the First Opium War. From an unbiased perspective, which criticizes, yet praises both sides, Ouchterlony is able to portray the events that transpired