In the 19th century, amid the conflict between the British Empire and China, a unique spy named Robert Fortune embarked on a daring mission. Leaving the UK, he infiltrated Chinese tea plantations to steal tea leaves and plant them in India, ending Britain’s reliance on Chinese tea. This secretive operation, resembling an industrial espionage thriller, forever altered the course of tea history.
Was this tea heist a dark stain on the British Empire's legacy? Discover the hidden intrigue behind this bold operation and how one man’s covert actions exposed the most valuable secrets of Chinese tea. Dive into a captivating tale of espionage, adventure, and major economic impacts, where the stakes were much higher than just a cup of tea.
Documentary: Tea War
Directed by : Charles-Antoine de Rouvre & Jérôme Scemla
Production: La Compagnie des Taxi-Brousse, Youku, Yuang Ying & Arte France
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28 сен 2024
