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already been taken up by you with the B.D. C.C. (Far East). As

far as we can trace we have never learn the outcome of this

approach to the B.D. C. C. (Far East) but it is no doubt relevant

insofar as it was made on the specific question of whether the

Commander could still carry out the tasks laid down in his

directive in the light of the reduced garrison which he would have.

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I should be grateful if you would look again at this matter. It seems to us think, at the Ty least, there must be doubt as to whether the Commander can carry out the racks assyined to hein and, if you think it desirable, brigas to the attention of the

in his present

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Chiefs of Staff so that, if necessary, it can be referred formally to the B.D.C.C. (Far East) or to the J.P.S., (for examination, and "lusion

whichever may be appropriate.

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