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erection

tion of

Chinese fortifications for the

defence of Kowloow. All approaches to that effectively defended by the

harbour are

fortifications covering Hong Kong. Any Chinese batteries bearing

could therefore only

on these approaches

be

of

of value

against,

мо.

Their

guns

would not

only

bear upon the

territorial maters of Hong Kong, but according to their position, mould probably completely

command at shoot.

range

owi

batteries at the Lyemun Entrance and on Stonecutter Island, as well

of Victoria at a

of

8000 yards.

as the town

- range of from 6000 to

I have the honor to be,

Si

Your Obedient Servant,

Tarple Thompson

PUBLIC RECORD.OFFICE

Reference-

TILE CO 557

PUBLIC RECORD OFFICE, LONDON

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