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further the presence of a body of Chinese soldiers on
Kulangs would be most undesirable, and would almost
certainly prove a source of serious annoyance to
Europeans. Bearing in mind these obvious objections
to the erection of forts at Kulangsu, I have replied
to the Taotai consenting to forward to His Excellency
the latter; but at the same time recommending that
the officer appointed should be authorised to study
and report on positions at the Harbour entrance other
than Kulangsu best adapted for defensive works. Should
I hear further from the Taotai on the matter I will
communicate with you again.
I have, &c.,
(Signed) R. W. Hurst.
Consul.
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further the presence of a body of Chinese soldiers on
Kulangs would be most undesirable, and would almost
certainly prove a source of serious annoyance to
Europeans. Boaring in mind these obvious objections
to the erection of forts at Kulangsu, I have replied
to the Taotal consenting to forward to His Excellency
the latter; but at the same time recommending that
the officer appointed should be authorised to study
and report on positions at the Harbour entrance other
than Kulangsu best adapted for defensive works. Should
hear further from tha Taotai on the watter I will
comunicate with you again.
I have, &c.,
(Signed) R. W. Hurat.
Consul.
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