(b) To augment the fighter squadron being sent
to Hong Kong from 8 to 16 UE aircraft,
(c) To bring forward and arm additional patrol
craft.
(a) To consider how the additional reinforcements
referred to in paragraph 16 above could be provided in the event of a large scale Communist attack.
Conclusions
22.
We conclude that:-
(a) If we show our determination to hold the Colony
thore is little likelihood of a direct Communist attack on Hong Hong.
(b) The garrison, reinforced to the strength
shown in paragraph 15 above, would be strong enough to hold local or guerilla attacks. Moreover, its presence would show our
determination to hold the Colony, and should thus deter the Communists from open hostilities.
(c) Should a large scale Communist throat develop,
further reinforcements would be required;
(a) Action should now be taken as in paragraph 21
above.
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