of Her Majesty's Naval Forces on this Station during a period of unexampled
dangers
and difficulties. His cordial
co-operation has been always ready
to meet every suggestion for the safety
and protection of the Island. No
one
ever
displayed a more
praiseworthy activity in the
suppression
of piracy.
when we have been most menaced and our Military means
reduced to the lowest ebb the presence
of
some and
the movements of others
of Her Majesty's Ships have spared us
many an
anxiety.
Sure I am that
without the energetic measures of Admiral
the piratical fleet, which he has caused to be dispersed and destroyed,
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would have taken advantage of the internal disorders of
the coastings
and
rendered
As
China
and
have
made as insecure.
the loud conveyances of the Empire.
and if at the present moment we enjoy comparative repose
and commerce is extending itself in tranquil development
so to now are these benefits as justly attribute
to the
judiciously-devised
and
successful measures of Sir Michael Seymour
I felt this tribute to his great public
Services more especially demanded
from
me when
my own line of Office is nearing its termination.
I have the honor to be,
With the highest respect,
Your most Obedient, Humble Servant
Bowring