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18. On the basis of a total force of one division
the British and Amorican quotas should each amount to
a mixed brigade, and the Japanese, owing to their
proximity to the scene of action might be asked to send
two brigades. It is of great importance that the
Japanese contingent should be despatched at the earliest
possible moment.
19.
We attach great importance to the appointment of a
Commander-in-Chief of the international force, and
if, as we recommend, Japan is to be the predominant
partner, the cormand should be vested in a Japanese
Officer.
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