Triads: The Chinese Mafia Conquering the World2023Creator Antoine VitkineSeason 1 · Episode 1 · Gangsters / Birth of an OctopusS1 · E1 · Gangsters / Birth of an OctopusAppearing in the 17th century in the form of secret societies, the triads gradually evolved into criminal organizations. Western colonization represented a great opportunity for them. After the opium wars, they became involved in the drug t…

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Triads: The Chinese Mafia Conquering the World

20238

DocumentaryWar & Politics

Founded in the 17th century, the triads have built their myth around fighting China's enemies. Who are they? What role do they play in Chinese culture and history? What business are they involved in? What are their strategies?

Creator

Antoine Vitkine