not be counted upon as
permanently available for the defence of Hong Kong, desires to express to their Lordships his opinion that until the works are fully completed, fully armed, and fully garrisoned, for which steps are
being
taken, these vessels are essential to the safety of Hong Kong- and trusts
that he
may
receive an assurance
that they will be left there until euch completion is effected."."
I have to to.
god
Ralph Thompson
1
PUBLIC RECORD.OFFICE
Reference -
TLC. 557
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