One reason King George III sent an envoy to China was to establish diplomatic and trade relations, aiming to expand British commerce in the lucrative Chinese market. The British sought to gain access to valuable goods such as tea, silk, and porcelain, while also hoping to negotiate favorable trade terms. This initiative was part of a broader strategy to enhance Britain's global influence and economic interests during the 18th century.
Emperor Qianlong responded to King George III's envoy, Lord Macartney, by emphasizing China's self-sufficiency and superiority. He dismissed the idea of expanding trade and made it clear that China had little interest in British goods, as they were content with their own resources and culture. Qianlong's letter to George III outlined his view that the British should show respect for China's established order and hierarchy rather than seek to alter it. This response highlighted the cultural and political differences between the two empires.
He views King George III as inferior, because he governs an inferior culture. He views King George III as one of his subordinates. He views himself as superior to King George III, since China is a vast kingdom and Britain is a small island.
George Staunton has written: 'An authentic account of an embassy from the king of Great Britain to the emperor of China'
the colonists,or puritans didnt want to be under rules of king george
Answer: He was sent by King George III to improve trade relations with China. However he did not impress the Chinese and the Emperor wrote a vicious letter of rejection back to the King.
I am not King George.
George III
King George me? No, sorry, I am neither George nor am I currently king.
She named him George, after his grandfather. When he became King of Great Britain he was King George III (his grandfather was King George II)
Great Britain wanted to increase trade with China
No, it was named after his grandfather, King George I.
to prevent more wars between the colonists and the native americans.