Max HannahMr. HellingEnglish 103 March 2014Chinese occupation of Tibet Starting in the early 1950s, China began the invasion and occupation of neighboring Tibet. For centuries, Tibetans have lived in an independent country, with their own religion, culture and government. During this period, China and its people saw Tibet in a different way; they see it as always part of China. This is an important issue not only for Tibetans and Chinese, but for the world, even though many people did not know that Tibet was fighting for freedom. The action taking place in Tibet could, and in some cases already has, affected many people in many different countries. I believe that what the Chinese government is doing to Tibet is wrong in almost every way, and that intervention by outside governments or people is needed to help change the situation. In this article I will deepen my argument with facts, while showing the other side of the spectrum, writing how the Chinese are trying to help. In 1910 the rulers of the Qing Dynasty sent a military expedition to Tibet to oust the Dalai Lama and thus ensure China had direct dominion over the nation. After the Xinhai Revolution of 1912, Tibetan militants managed to defeat the Qing garrison and restore the Dalai Lama's titles in 1913. (“The Problems of Tibet Today”) For hundreds of years before and for the following years until 1950, Tibet was considered by many to be their own country. The question many are asking is: why didn't the United Nations try to intervene to help the Tibetans? This is because, although Tibet was recognized as a country by many people, it was... middle of paper... in 1992 the population was predominantly Tibetan, with the Chinese in the minority. Today, however, Tibetans are a minority, alongside 95% of the Chinese population. (“Chinese Presence in Tibet, Population Transfer”) The influx of Chinese into major Tibetan cities has led to the expansion of cities, which have now transformed mainly rural areas into urban areas. Work preference is rampant in cities, with major Chinese employers choosing Chinese immigrants over Tibetan locals. (“Chinese Presence in Tibet, Population Transfer”) In conclusion, the Chinese occupation of Tibet has destroyed the environment, devastated traditional agricultural techniques, and harmed the Tibetan people in many other ways. Even when the Chinese government tries to help Tibetans through the tourism plan, their corruption and greed end up bringing the money back to China..