Narrative of the Voyages and Services of the Nemesis From 1840 to 1843

<p><i>Narrative of the Voyages and Services of the Nemesis From 1840 to 1843</i> Volume 2 recounts the expeditions and operations of the iron steamship Nemesis during the First Opium War and provides a detailed account of naval and military actions in China. Co-authored by William Dallas Bernard and William Hutcheon Hall this volume offers insights into the establishment of the colony of Hong Kong and observations on the character and habits of the Chinese people. The narrative details the strategic importance of naval power during this period and offers a comprehensive overview of the key events and figures involved in the conflict.</p><p>This historical account provides valuable firsthand perspectives capturing the challenges and triumphs of the Nemesis and its crew. It remains a significant resource for understanding the complex dynamics of 19th-century Sino-British relations and the lasting impact of these events on the region.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>