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in the normal way.

Taking the broad view however, the

moral effect and gain of prestige were invaluable.

53.

The above goes to prove that the important point

is not so much to counter a piracy which has already

started as to render it impossible for a piracy to start

at all.

C-in-C.

China Staticn.

7 th November 1929 No:01034.

The Commander-in-Chief,

China Station.

I have the honour to re,

Sir,

Your obedient servant,

(SGD:) R. HILL.

COMMODORE.