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Allied Force Assembly in Hong Kong
- When
- 1857
- Where
- Hong Kong
British and French forces assembled in Hong Kong throughout 1857, despite delays caused by the Indian Mutiny.
Throughout 1857, British forces began to assemble in Hong Kong, joined by a French force. In May 1857, the Indian Mutiny became serious, and British troops destined for China were diverted to India, which was considered the priority issue. Despite these delays, the coalition eventually gathered sufficient ships and men to raise the issue of treaty obligations regarding Canton.
Sources
- Second Opium War Wikipedia
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