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Action 1
10 points
Founded in 1832 in Guangzhou, this iconic company initially focused on exporting tea to England while engaging in opium importation into China. The firm has evolved significantly over the years and today, it remains a dominant force in Hong Kong’s commercial economy.
Can you name this historic company?
Action 2
20 points
The company once maintained an observation post atop a hill, allowing them to be the first to spot the clippers arriving from Europe. They would then dispatch a whaleboat to retrieve their correspondence, gaining early access to crucial market information before their competitors.
Can you name this hill?
Action 3
30 points
In 1841, the company acquired its first plots of land at East Point for £565, ultimately relocating its headquarters there in 1844. This location was notable for firing a cannon each time the firm’s clippers entered the harbor. However, this practice displeased a senior British Naval official, leading to a mandate that the company fires a cannon every day at noon.
Find the current location of the cannon and gather your team for a photo in front of it!