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ANNEX I.
Draft Telegram to Commander-in-Chief Far East.
MOST SECRET.
No.
213
Following for Commander-in-Chief, Far East, from Chiefs of Staff.
Reference your G.H..F.E. 222, 18/1.
Have given full consideration to policy that should govern reinforcement of Hong Kong in light of arguments given in your telegram. We fully appreciate force of these arguments but have reluctantly come to conclusion that we must adhere to our decision that Hong Kong must not (repeat not) be reinforced in present circumstances. discussions in Washington or any major change in situation alter our estimate of the position we will reconsider.
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